Richard "Tony" Saldano, Sr.

Statesboro, GA

Richard A. Saldano Sr., better known as Tony Saldano, passed away on Saturday December 28, 2019 at the age of 64. Tony was a charismatic man full of energy, love and passion. He was blessed to travel the world doing what he loved most which was playing drums and being involved in music. He was loved by many, will be missed by more and never forgotten! Fly high in the sky Tony. You are a "FREEBYRD" now!

Tony was proceeded in death by his mother and father, Dorothy and Henry Saldano, beloved wife, Tina Saldano and sister, Dale Johnson.

Surviving are four sons, Richard Jr. (Nicole), Danny (Dominique), Vincent (Melita) and Henry Saldano; his beautiful daughter, Dorotea Saldano; three sisters, Barbara White, Norma Snipes and Teresa Moore; eight grandchildren Kiara, Ethan, Ava, A.J., Damien, Haylee and Addisyn Saldano, as well as Jordyn Baker; several nieces and nephew and cousins.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 2, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Deal Funeral Directors.

Visitation will be Thursday, January 2, 2019 from 1:00 until the hour of the service at Deal Funeral Directors.