Remembering Randy Salerno

  Viewers share their thoughts and memories of CBS 2 Morning anchor Randy Salerno, who passed away in a snowmobiling accident late Thursday night.

I watched and prayed for you during the 11:00 am news today as the tears rolled down my cheeks. I believe Randy would have been very pleased with the fine job you all did. Thanks for sharing funny moments with us - it helps to relieve the sorrow. Continuing to pray for all of you, including his wife and children.
--Nancy

I enjoyed watching the morning news with Randy and Roseanne. Randy will be truly missed. I describe him as being a calm, cool, and collected man. My prayers go out to his family and friends.
--Cristina

Dear Roseanne and the Channel 2 News Family, I, like everyone else was and still am very shocked and saddened about the untimely passing of Randy Salerno. Why all the good people are taken away from us I will never understand. Thank you all for the very nice tribute to Randy this morning 1/28/2008. I have been crying for Randy since I found out just like I did when my brother was taken from us 5 yrs ago at 47 yrs old. The pain is still unbearable but tolerable now. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Salerno Family, especially the 3 beautiful children who will have many wonderful memories of their Dad to carry them through a lifetime and they will always know that everyone in Chicago and from all over loved and admired Randy for what he did and what he stood for. Those memories can never be taken away. I am praying for Randy's friend Scott and hope that they don't charge him with anything, as he must be hurting just as bad or even worse and will live with this the rest of his life. My thoughts and prayers are with him also. Roseanne, G-D bless you and all the channel 2 family. I know all of you are hurting just as much as everyone else or worse and everytime I see you on TV I just want to give you and everyone a great big hug and try to ease the pain that we all are feeling over the loss of Randy. I know that Randy is in heaven and watching down upon you and everyone and telling all of you to be strong and have faith and never give up and keep on going and all stay together and keep up all of your great work. Don't ever stop being yourself. To all of you live life one day at a time and live life to the fullest just like Randy did because you never know what will happen. My thoughts and prayers are with you Roseanne, Susan, Ed and the whole Channel 2 News Family.
--Carol Levy

CBS Morning Team,
You all did a great job on Monday morning. I'm sure it was hard without Randy but he would be very proud of you. I moved to Chicago two years ago and I absolutely love the morning and evening teams. Kudos to the executives who selected such a wonderful, talented, attractive group of people. My heart and prayers go out to the Salerno Family. Keep up the great work CBS morning team! We love you!
--P. Hobby

We did not know Randy personally but felt we did as we listened to him every day and really enjoyed his sense of humor. His loss is felt by so many people and our thought and prayers are with all his friends and family.
He touched so many people and will be so missed.
--Bob and Colleen Hacker

Dear CBS2 Morning Team,
I have watched your morning show for years and it has become my program of choice. In some ways you have become like family—people I know and have grown to care for. You have been both professional and fun-loving. You have informed me, made me laugh, and at times brought me to tears. Randy has been a key member of your team, and I can tell that he cared for you, as you for him. I will truly miss Randy and his efforts to put forth the news—creatively, professionally, yet with a flare that few ever achieve. Thank you for what you have given your viewers over the years. Please accept my heart-felt condolences and my prayers for all of you as you greet the weeks and months ahead without this special man. I ask that you extend my prayers and best wishes to his family. I know they will greatly miss their husband and Dad.
--Judy Smith

I met Randy and his son at Play It Again Sports in Crystal Lake. I told him that I woke up with him every morning and his reply was, "you and hundreds of other women." I laughed, told him I loved him on the morning show and continued shopping with my son. Randy was a down to earth guy who put his family first. I hope everyone remembers to hug their children tonight.
--Maureen

I am so saddened for the family and Roseanne, Susan and Ed. I know this may sound trite but many anchors are moved from city to city. The only way I could cope if I was Roseanne, et al is to tell myself he was promoted to a better place. And one day you will meet again. I feel your loss, I am so sorry, but, he has gotten an unexpected promotion.
--Diane

I will miss seeing Randy sitting next to Roseanne in the morning and at eleven, they made a terrific team. We can believe Randy is on an assignment somewhere and eventually we will all see him again.
My prayers go out to Randy's wife and children and his television family. Randy left a great imprint on all of us.
--Barb

Can't really think of anything new that hasn't already been said. It is still unbelievable. What a wonderful home life he had as well as a terrific work family. Our hearts go out to both. It always seems cliche but perhaps so true. Only the good die young. We are sorry for your loss.
--Jan and Tim

He seemed to be what a man, co-worker, employee, celebrity, son, husband and father should be, but went one step further … he left us with impressions of smiles and laughter and a warm heart. I shed a tear today for a man I didn't know, but would've liked to.
--Debra carlsen

Please accept our deepest condolences in your time of sorrow. May God bless Randy's family. Randy will be greatly missed in our home.
--Frank,Asenet and Jericho Castillo

Please know our hearts and prayers are with you all. There is always a reason for everything in life, we just don't always understand why it happens the way it does. I have been watching your morning show for several years and enjoyed everyone, you can always make me laugh in the morning. Thank you all for giving so much of yourself into your show. I could see and feel the pain in all your eyes for losing such a great person, but don't say "Good-bye", just say "See you later". It helps with the healing of your pain. When you look up to the sky look at the stars and know that Randy is shinning bright as he always did. When my grandmother passed away several years ago, I too hurt so very much, as I was sitting one day outside just thinking about her a butterfly came and sat next to me and somehow I knew it was her just letting me know she was still near by. To all of you at CBS and Randy's wife and children I pray for you all of you.
--Anonymous

I wake up everyday Monday-Friday for years just to watch Randy and is fun friends.
I am sad to hear what happen to him, I will miss his smiles, fun jokes, paper playing with his pen, all the great stories he had to give Chicago.
What an Anchor man, I put [on] the TV this week I felt lost not seeing his face. My TV looked lonely.
He gave me and my husband a good morning time everyday before going to work.
He just made my day, he will be missed. I pray that all works out for his Family. I hope the next Channel 2 anchor would be fun like Randy.
He has a great Family, and many many friends from Chicago that will pray for him. Yes God is happy he has a great Anchor in heaven with him, smiling on all the city and still doing his morning jokes.
Yes my tears are still falling. What a great person. He will be saying I miss all of you also from his heart looking down.
--Mary Dias

My thought and prayers are with Randy's friends and family. Such a wonderful person taken too soon. May God Bless him.
--Alicia

Rest in Peace Randy. You were loved.
--Kathy W

I am heartbroken over the passing of Randy, I still can't believe it's really true. I woke up this morning & turned on CBS 2 @ 5:00am like I do every morning hoping that it was all a BIG mistake & that Randy would be there, but I saw the empty chair & knew it wasn't a mistake. I never got the chance to meet him, but I felt like I just lost someone close. My deepest sympathy & prayers go out to his family & his CBS family too. I hope you find the strength to go on & always remember you are not alone in your pain. May God bless him & all of you.
--Patty Munoz

While I still find it hard to believe that Randy is gone, it is comforting to watch all of the wonderful clips of him on the website-it's his humor, grace and goodness that shine through! All of you should feel blessed that he was and will continue to be a part of your lives. God bless all of you, his t.v. family, as well as his wife, kids and extended family. Gone but not forgotten and forever in our hearts.
--Karen

The CBS 2 morning team is the perfect balance for my morning news. Even though the balance has been altered by the loss of Randy, I feel that it will still continue to be the best morning show out there. I am another Crystal Lake native who is deeply saddened by Randy's passing. Hang on to each other and keep the fun memories flowing!
--Amy Cederlund

I can't image the loss everyone at the station feels. We who only saw him on TV feel just a small part of it, but it is very difficult for us. We will sorely miss that wonderful smile, laugh and sense of humor. I looked forward each morning to his wonderful wit and his on air chemistry with Roseanne and the others on the set. Mornings will never be the same. May God comfort your hearts and the hearts of his wonderful family and may you be consoled by the fact that someday you will see him again and he will greet everyone with a big hug, smile and laugh. God Bless.
--Anonymous

My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to all of you, Randy's work family and to his wife, children, and all his family members left behind by this terrible accident. These next couple of days are going to be very difficult for everyone, especially because what was supposed to be a weekend of fun for a group of friends, ended so tragically. As an avid snowmobiler myself, I can't shake the thought of Randy looking forward to participating in a sport that can be quite exhilarating and a great time for friends to bond. Undoubtedly, it is dangerous, and to think he said "see you on Sunday" to his family and never made it past the first night is heartbreaking. For the rest of this season and for ones to come, I will be reminded of him every time I enter the Northwoods and be saddened by such a tragic loss of such a funny and full of life human being. My heart also goes out to the childhood friend who will forever be changed by this.
--Joyce Perrin

I was devastated to hear the tragic news of Randy he will truly be missed. I watch CBS news everyday and it fells like bring family into my home everytime I turn onto watch you all. I will never forget the time he said hi I'm Roseanne Tellez I was rolling with laughter and so was Roseanne. My deepest sympathy to all his Family and Friends.
--Joan Graham

I truly hated to watch the news before I found Randy and Roseanne on channel 2 early one morning. Randy brought a different feel to the news, one that I appreciated very much, and I will miss his wit and humor. My thoughts are with all of Randy's family and "buddies".
--Pam Finch

I looked forward to watching Channel 2 news in the morning. Such wit among all of them. They were like a family and they made you laugh even if at that moment you didn't have a reason to laugh. Randy was such a joy and I loved his voice. I am going to miss that, but he will always be a part of the morning show. I am praying for his family and his t.v. family as well. God bless all.
--Mary

Roseanne, Ed, and Susan.
As difficult as it may be to do the news every morning without Randy. Remember he would want you guys to keep having fun, and keep Chicago going every morning! I know you help me when my alarm goes off at 3 in the morning. I watch you guys every morning in the gym and so do many others while walking and peddling away. Randy you will be missed, and our sympathies go out to Randy's entire family.
--Ed

I remember when Randy was working for WGN and covered the plane crash in Zion, Illinois that tragically took the life of radio personality Bob Collins. He was standing out near the crash area and I seen him all by himself and I wondered if he had the same strange feeling I did? Now I have that same feeling I had the night I seen him doing his report, only this time it's because of his tragic passing. I know God has two of Chicago's most admired news personalities by his side probably telling stories of how much they loved Chicago. Rest in peace and God bless Randy's family and friends.
--Mark Voinovich

Even though I've only lived in Chicago for 3 years, Randy was part of my world. I am still shocked & saddened by his untimely passing. He is definitely missed. My prayers go out to his family, staff members & friends. I loved his sense of humor. That's what started the day off right...no matter how bad you'd think the day would be, he'd make it better. He'll always be in my heart.
--Jamal

Roseanne, Ed, Susan, and the rest of Randy's family and friends:
We didn't know Randy personally but my wife and I are saddened beyond words about his passing. Randy was one of those rare souls that many wish, but mostly fail to aspire to.
Like many viewers we were part of the masses to follow Randy from WGN to WBBM. With no disrespect to Larry, Robin or Paul, Randy had more talent both on a personal and professional level that demanded he 'captain his own ship.' Luckily, WBBM saw his untapped potential and had the foresight to assemble a morning news team that has been a joy to view every morning and we will continue to do so.
Randy gave us the facts as a true journalist. He also had an uncanny knack of hitting the less-serious stories and features with a razor-sharp wit while letting us know he would crack the 'anchorman' shell when he wanted to. And boy, did we look forward to those moments!!!
So now we will reflect on Randy's life and we wish all the best for the WBBM team and his family. We'll check in with YouTube from time to time to see any new 'Randy' postings and hopefully the hole in our collective hearts will heal with time.
He was one of the best and was taken way too soon. God bless all of you and please know that we'll get through this.
We promise.
In the meantime please accept our deepest sympathies and best wishes to push forward as we suspect Randy would want.
--Rick and Jenny Kulik

I am so saddened about his untimely death. He felt like a friend. I loved watching him in the morning; his quick wit, hilarious one liners you would have to listen sometimes to catch, he made getting up in the morning a real treat. It makes no sense, still cannot believe it is true. My heart goes out to all of you.
What a loss.
--Robin Bernhardt

I would like to express my sincere and deepest condolences to Randy's wife, his children, and his family, as well as, his on air family. It was such a shock when one of my co-workers came in on Friday and told me that Randy was gone. (My first thought was that he was going to another station.) When I questioned him further, he told me that Randy had been killed in an accident. Like everyone else, it feels like I lost a member of my family as well. I looked forward to waking up to the Morning crew and getting a laugh every morning with everyone's antics. I guess God just needed another good person to help him watch over everyone. One thing that Randy's family should always remember is that they have 1 more guardian angel watching over them and guiding them. Randy is never truly gone. His spirit will live inside of them forever. And if they ever need to feel his presence, all they have to do is to look inside of themselves and listen, he will continue to guide through the rest of their lives until they are all reunited in heaven.
--Kathy M

Until today, my heart has been too heavy to share words. Randy and his colleagues started my every work day with a smile. What a void! My prayers are with Randy's wife, children, extended family and colleagues. I encourage you all to tie a knot in the special memories and hold on.
--Julie

Just recently moved back to the area from Arizona, I have been watching CBS news every morning with Randy. His great sense of humor made it fun to watch the news. My heart goes out to his family and friends. I lost my oldest son 5 years ago in a head on collision in the area and understand what Randy's family is going through. It's hard to understand why someone so full of life is taken at such a young age. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
--Kate

As many others, I woke up to Randy and Rosanne every morning. I don't like listening to the news but hearing it from those two put a bright spot in my day, a smile on my face. It was the only newscast I could enjoy. Thank you for the tribute show this morning as ever hard as it may have been to do. There has been an empty spot in my heart for days, I can only imagine your pain and loss. All my prayers to the family, at home and at work.
--Missy

I always watch channel 2 news every morning when I am getting ready for work. The whole crew, Randy, Susan, Roseanne and Ed made me laugh out loud many times. When I heard the news about Randy, I felt like I had lost a friend, sat down and cried, although I never met him. My heart was heavy all weekend and will be for some time to come. I send my condolences to his wife and children, who I think of often and are in my prayers at this difficult time. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.
--Nancy Malmfeldt

My heart is heavy. I feel as if I have lost my best friend. I did not personally know Randy, but my husband and I woke up at 5am every morning with Randy and Roseanne. I can only imagine the loss his family and friends are feeling. Sometimes when one person is missing the whole world seems empty.
--Tina

Randy Salerno was just the kind of guy you could like immediately. He smiled with his eyes which to me is a real indication of a soft, good heart.
I am so sorry for his family at this time. His parents to have to lose a child, his wife for her loss, and his children who really will be without him. My father died when I was five years old. I to this day remember those relatives who told me about my father being in heaven and that I wouldn't see him anymore. Then I remember being about eight or nine years old and hurrying home from school at lunch time so sure God had let my father come back to see me, and that he'd be sitting by the window waiting for me. When I saw that he wasn't, I'd tell myself, maybe tomorrow, and do the same thing again. I don't really remember when I stopped doing that and I'm not even sure I ever told my mother that I did this.
I do remember that my mother had told me my father would always watch over me and all of my life I felt that he had. From heaven, he hasn't missed a thing. I remember visiting my mother once and the first words out of her mouth when she woke one morning - "I dreamed of your father last night holding the most beautiful baby boy with a head full of dark hair." A few days later my nephew Matthew was born, just that beautiful and oh such dark bushy hair. (You might have to be an Italian for this one to make sense!)
My heart aches for everyone left here to mourn him. May Randy Salerno rest in peace.
--Rosemary Graziano

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Salerno family, all of Randy's friends and colleagues and to everyone he touched in some way. It is going to be difficult to watch Channel 2 in the morning and not think of him. He was a day-brightener with his warm smile and quick wit. He is delivering the news from a different station now, a Heavenly one. Randy, you will be missed.
--Anonymous

My prayers are with all of you who loved Randy, his wife and family, his colleagues who had the privilege of working with him and all of us, his viewers, who greatly admired him and will miss him so very much! While many people are knowledgeable and entertaining, Randy always struck me as one of these truly good people who pass one's way only very infrequently. Surely he is reporting the latest news up in heaven and giving everyone an extra laugh. We will miss you, Randy, and know that your spirit will remain with all those who are dear to you! I pray that God will put his loving arms around your wife and family to comfort them in their grief and loss.
--Rosemary Brad

I used to watch the morning news on channel 5 until one morning I tuned into channel 2 and watched Randy and Roseanne on the news. From then on it was channel 2 for me every day. Randy was so funny (and VERY handsome) and together they made a wonderful team.
How tragic it is to have your family ripped apart so suddenly. I am very sad. My prayers are especially with all of you, but also with us, your loyal viewers. Life will never be the same.
--Jess

I'm sitting here looking at the keys and not knowing what to say.
Knowing how I feel, I cannot imagine the pain you all must be feeling.
Watching his videos is a tearful experience.
Only time will heal this for you all, even though you'll always have a hole in your hearts for him.
He is one of those rare gifts God gives us for a while. You all are so lucky to have been in his warmth and joy.
I'll be sending wishes for strength and lovely memories to you all for a very long time.
--Cathy

Chicago TV will not be the same without Randy Salerno. I am so saddened by his loss. My deepest sympathies go out to everyone who had the privilege to work with him, and all who loved him, which were many. There will be a very deep gap to fill.
--Mary Beth

I was terribly shocked and saddened to hear of the tragic accident which took Randy's life. I met Randy while living Upstate, New York. I remember several occasions where my kids and I would meet Randy out and about in our neighborhood... even in the grocery store! He was an imposing figure, but I recall him coming down on one knee to talk to the boys ... and how special he made them feel! He touched my heart!

I have cried off and on since I heard the news... I can only imagine how deeply his family, friends and co-workers feel Randy's absence. My heartfelt sympathy to all of you... you are all in my thoughts and prayers. My children, now 27 and 29, living in Austin, Texas and Brooklyn, New York, also wish to express their sincerest condolences.
--Patti Akers

Randy was just a great guy, we will miss his wit and humor and we send our best to the family and many friends of such a wonderful, funny, and great newscaster.
--Kandee and Isaac

I was driving my daughter to school on Friday when the news came about Randy. I was devastated, to lose two young people in the same week, Heath and then Randy. I woke up with Randy and Rosanne every morning, they brought a smile to my face everyday. I wanted to tell Randy's family how sorry I am for your loss and to Rosanne, I think the Job that you and the rest of the group did today was amazing you had a very tough thing to do and you did it with class. Randy would of been proud.
--Lynne Kurows

To the News Team & Salerno Family, You are all in our prayers & thoughts at this very sorrowful time. Randy Salerno was a gem! Everything that I have heard about him & my own feelings reflect what a wonderful man he was. You know, our faith tells us that he is in a better place called "Paradise," even though we ALL want him back in Earth. Randy Salerno will always have a special place in News & in our hearts for the special lives & things he has done with his very short time on Earth. God Bless.
--Denise

This news is so incredibly sad...when I heard what happened I first thought of the great loss to his
wife and children, parents, relatives and then I thought at least his coworkers would be able to
have a few days before the news on Monday am. When I saw your faces and heard your voices
the pain was palpable. Life certainly isn't fair. My thoughts and prayers go out to Randys' family and all of you at Channel 2 who worked so closely with him. He will be greatly missed.
--Anonymous

Oh my gosh, what a loss! You all are like Family to us here. Every morning you are our morning cup of coffee. We will miss Randy so much. But just to let you know, When our daughter was in labor she had, guess who on the TV. Well the nurse came in during one of her more severe contractions and said..Jes would you like us to turn off the television well Jes said no way I love Randy's voice he comforts me..how sweet is that. Well that's our little story of Randy and he will always be remembered in our Family. All of you at the desk are so wonderful. My husband and I sure appreciate all your hard work..Rosanne don't ever stop smiling and Ed you're so cute and Susan my Husband wants to marry you!! We are so sorry and our condolences to the entire Salerno family..
--The Saracenos

I had the privilege to meet Randy when he was emceeing one of the many charitable events at the CL Holiday Inn that he was a part of. Although I rarely saw him around town; I was not aware of the fact that he was a citizen of CL. He lived a low-keyed life in CL even though he was an active volunteer. While at home, he was the family man and he was not one to flaunt his "celebrity status". For an anchorman, he came across as quiet and unassuming.
I pray for Randy and Scott's families as they mourn this loss. I pray that someday Scott will be able to forgive himself. It was a tragic accident and many people in their circle are suffering a great loss. God bless the families during this tragic time.
Randy was a high point of my morning. The companionable closeness he shared with his TV families was great. And his wit and charm will be missed. My sympathies go out to you to CBS and WGN. You've lost a great friend and you were admirable to carry on as you did Friday when you announced to your loyal fans about Randy's tragic accident. I know if I were in your shoes, I couldn't have pulled that off even though I could see the grief etched in your faces as you commented on Randy. Thanks for the memories!
--Jeanne

"May your seas be calm, and the skies blue". Rest in peace, Randy.
--Anonymous

Our condolences to Randy's family and his extended family at CBS, especially Roseanne and the morning crew. We wake up and get ready for work and school every weekday morning with Randy and Roseanne. They have become part of our family as well. We will miss Randy's wit and humor that constantly kept us laughing. He made getting ready in the morning just a little more tolerable. He seemed like a wonderful person, and it's sad to see him leave us so soon. He will be greatly missed.
--The Dalke Family

Dear Roseanne, Ed, Kris & Susan-
I just learned of the sad news today about the unexpected passing of your friend and colleague, Randy Salerno.
My day today was indeed as somber and sad as I have had for some time as I feel like I have lost a good friend. While I never knew Randy personally, I sure felt like I did after inviting him into my home after all these years.
He not only read the news, but made me understand the issues affecting me and also make me feel good before my hectic and rushed mornings with his nice sense of humour, quick wit and good nature. Together with the rest of you, he helped form one of the best news teams I have ever watched.
Please know that my prayers are with all of you, not to mention Randy's family. As a loyal viewer, please know that I am pulling for all of you as you struggle to get through this hard time…
God Bless
--Mark Banholzer

No words can express the sorrow that the Salerno Family is going through along with his TV morning family. We have enjoyed every morning watching Randy and Roseanne and making the rest of Chicagoland start the day with a smile.
There will always be a missing piece in our hearts and pray for his family knowing that with time the wonderful memories of a very good and loved husband, Father and friend to many will help them through this difficult time.
--Anonymous

To all of you on the morning crew,
I've been having trouble sleeping lately, I'm up at 4am and answering emails while catching up on the news with you guys and I have become a loyal viewer for one reason. You guys are real; All of you. I like your chemistry. I will continue to be a loyal channel 2 news watcher but will surely miss Randy's dry humor and ability to crack you [and us] up. He is truly one of a kind and I am sure his spirit lives within each of you. I offer my most sincere condolences and heartfelt prayers that you carry on in Randy's spirit.
Peace to all of you
--Brian Murphy

I had a baby in January of last year (2007) and was on maternity leave for about four months and because I was home, that's when I got to know Randy and his co-host. I really enjoyed watching their relationship on television. They made such an amusing pair. I'm really sad to know that the show will never be the same. My condolences to all of his colleagues and family.
--Remi

I'm not very good with words, but I had to send my sympathy to Randy's family, both at home and channel 2. My husband and I watch the 5:00 news every morning while having our coffee and preparing for work, but when we tuned in and heard about what happened, we were both saddened to have lost what we considered a friend (although we didn't know him personally). He brought so much joy to us every morning with his banter with Roseanne, Ed or Susan or whomever it was that day that he chose. You all showed great poise this morning on your show as you brought us the news and your remembrances of Randy. It will get a little easier with time, but you will never forget your friend.
--Phyllis

What a shock it was to hear of his passing Friday morning. I was as usual getting the kids ready for school. Every morning I would tune in at 5:30 when my husband would leave for work and watch the news as if I were watching a 30 minute sitcom. I could always rely on a laugh before starting the day. My latest memory would be when he was scratching the tip of his nose and said to Susan, "Thanks for the heads up" I laughed every time I thought about that during the day. It will not be the same waking up and not hearing his voice when I turn the TV on. My prayers are with his family and his TV family. I did not realize just how much the staff at CBS 2 is part of my family.
--Crystal

I've wanted to write to let you know how very sorry and sad i am at the death of randy salerno, but each time i tried to write, i begin to cry at the horrible loss of such a great reporter! i'm one of his fans that followed him from wgn to wbbm and was thrilled when roseanne followed him to your station. Every morning was a delight to watch him; i always went to work with a smile on my face after watching him and the great family of news folks that made your morning news family complete. My prayers go to his family, friends and coworkers who must now go on without him and his great presence! Thank you, randy, for being such a unique, fun and intelligent reporter. You are already, and will always be missed!
--Anonymous

I was so shocked to hear the news about Randy. I enjoyed watching Randy and Roseanne every morning at 11 AM before picking up my kids at preschool. I got the impression that Randy would say things to Roseanne to make her laugh as they waited for taped segments to end. From what I have learned about Randy over the past couple of days, I was right. I already miss his voice and personality coming from my TV. I cannot imagine the heartbreak his family, friends, and coworkers are feeling. I have faith that he is watching over them and giving them the strength to make it through this difficult time.
--Judy Pepera

What can I say that hasn't been said? Randy was truly a wonderful husband, father and newsman. When you've done your job on earth, the Lord will take you. Know Randy will be with us always, watching from above, as one of God's newest angels. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
--Karen Kruse

Every morning at 5:15 doing my stretching exercises with the group; the show was not as much fun when he was away. My heart goes out to you all especially Roseanne.
Please try as hard as you can to keep up the good work; remember his smile and silly quips.
I'll miss him like a member of my family.
God Bless and good luck dealing with this tragedy.
--Kent Fuller

I am so terribly, terribly sad. I think I am most sad that I never had the honor of knowing him, you are all very lucky to have shared your life with him, and I am sure he felt the exact same way.
To Randy's families, both of you..."no one ever dies when there is someone left to remember and when there is no one left to remember, this means we are all together again."
--Reilly

What a wonderful person and a good looking guy. Why do good people always go? This is not fair.
I enjoyed watching Randy on television, he always looked happy and full of life. He made me smile, he made my day. I will really miss him.
--Lillian

I feel like a part of my soul has been torn from me every time I hear the sad news about Randy. Watching him every morning brought joy into my life. He always had a way of making me laugh no matter how sad I felt. He made people realize life didn't have to be taken so seriously. He made you realize life needs to be lived, not resented or feared. I am going to miss his soothing voice, his glimmering happy eyes and his warm smile. He was truly a wonderful man who taught us all to laugh at ourselves and to enjoy life. I am so sorry for the loss of happiness his family is feeling from losing such a wonderful husband and daddy. Thanks for all the happy memories Randy. You will never be replaced.
--Vicky Otte

I sat and shed tears with Roseanne this morning as she and the rest of the morning team signed off. Randy Salerno never failed to help me laugh in the morning, and his desire to live life with a sense of humor and a bit of wit was evident each and every day. I will never forget his mischievous grin. We all grieve the loss of this kind and gentle man, but he left many wonderful memories and they will keep him ever present in the time ahead.
--Janice

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