My condolences to you all. I am very sad to learn that Esben has passed away. We were schoolmates at the high school in Kolding. We were in class together from 1968-1971. Esben was incredibly nice and helpful. I will always remember him fondly. Kind regards Vivian

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family- we have such wonderful memories of Esben and his beautiful smile. We would love seeing Esben and Jazz (the most beautiful collie!) walking around Carriage Lake, always stopping to say hello (and poke a little fun at our Dallas Cowboys flag:)  May all of the special memories you have get you through these sad times. Sending all our Love- 
Gina, Jim & Lili Benson

We are so sorry to hear about Esben.  We really enjoyed the times we spent with him cheering on the Packers.  He will be truly missed.
Rich and Karen Young

Will miss seeing you Esben. You were a perfect match with Peggy. I know you will
be watching over her and will give her the strength that she needs. Rest in peace, Suzanne

Please everyone know that the service will begin at 5pm and fellowship will come after that. Thank you!

I will miss my friend.  Our office will never be the same without him!  His voice and accent resides in me forever.  He touched my life and many others.  I hope Peace comes to his family in time.  I know how much he loved all of his family and how big a part he played in each of their lives.  I send my love and  healing thoughts to all of the family.

We are deeply saddened to hear about Esben.   He was a very nice and sweet person.  Each day we remember him walking his dog and stopping to talk.   Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.   It will seem so strange not seeing him walk by anymore.   He will still be here in spirit.  

Terry & Kim Swayne

Truly, you will be missed by many, but we know we will see you again. God Speed ESPN.

I'm deeply saddened to hear the news of Esben's passing. Our connection goes all the way back to our Weichert Realtor Days, and I will truly miss his voice and presence. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

Esben, (ESPN) as I called him, was a dear friend and co-worker. Our office will never be the same without him! He was such a kind man who was always willing to help anyone who needed it! I don’t personally know his family members from meeting them, but through Esben. He spoke of his wife, son, daughter, and grandchildren all the time with great pride. He genuinely loved his family and Marley! Rest in Peace and fly high my friend! You will be greatly missed by all who knew you!

God bless my friend.  He was a good man and I'll miss him.

Dear Dear Esben.  Such a kind man.  Our deepest condolences to Peggy and family. 
Sincerely, 
Janet and Don Jaken

OBITUARY

Esben Salling

21 April, 1951 – 4 November, 2023

Lee Funeral Home

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