Sal broke me in on motors along with his partner John Triesdale in 1969 as a young 22 year old. He took me under his wing and was always smiling and laughing. I will always be grateful for his and Patty looking out for me.

Ronnie Bird
Retired Lt. HPD

Sal and John Trousdale took me under their wing on occasion when my regular partner was off. I followed them around to try and be as good at riding that motorcycle as they were. At 23 years of age they both seemed very old to me but boy was I wrong. When it was time to eat they would always  be inside ordering before I ever got there. That shows you how slow I was. He was a great guy and friend. Guys like Sal were the ones I aspired to be like. God rest Sal...

So Sorry for your loss Sal. Jr.
Prayers for you and your family 

SAL,

SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD.

PRAYERS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

BETTY

Sal, looking back on all your old family photos sort of mirrors my family's in all the great times ,places and friends thru the years, I think it must have been something in that New Orleans water that gave your dad such a wonderful personality. It seemed he was the circle everyone always wanted to be in because he knew how to live life. He will be missed by so many people but especially by his closest friends and family who were lucky enough to have the chance to celebrate with him while he was here. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this hard time but please remember....the PARTY has already started upstairs and you can find your dad in the VIP section. 

Friends and Family of Sal,

Accept our deepest and heartfelt condolences.  From all the stories I've heard and photos I've seen, he lived a wonderful and full life surrounded by loved ones and friends.  Our thoughts go out to you for your loss.

May the Lord comfort Patty, Sal Jr. and the rest of the family at this most difficult time.
Sal was a great friend and will be missed by all that knew him.
Rest in peace my friend.


Sal, our oldest and dearest friend.  We will never forget you and your good humor, love of life, and your love and fierce loyalty to your family and friends.  

It's hard to believe that 50 years ago you came to the Sharpstown drivers license office to get a motorcycle endorsement on your license when the law changed.  What a joke.......me, testing you!  I had never even been on a motorcycle.  But I passed you anyway :)

Therein began our long friendship.  Parties, camping, after school youth programs, eating out,  Branson and the "ugly" lady at the restaurant, and of course your favorite, our moving out of state without telling you when the four of us had dinner plans that weekend.  For the next 20 years you kept reminding me of that even on our last visit together.   What a wild, crazy, fun filled 50 years we've had together.

May heaven ring with your laughter, and may God smile upon you and your family bringing them peace and comfort.  Looking forward to seeing you again someday.  Your loving friends.

Bill and Renee

I am also a graduate of Class 22 in 1959 That was the first time I met Sal. He liked to talk a lot. I always enjoythe way he explained everything. Our class had to make a speech about anything You chose the subject.  Sal made a detailed story about being on a Coast 
Guard Ice Breaker . His biggest problem was he could not get a good nights sleep because his bunk was at the bow of  the ship!!!
I can still remember his voice some 60 years later.
Good By old Friend God bless you and your Family

Sending hugs and prayers for the family. 

During the summer of 1967 I met and fell in love with patty and Sal gambino.   What a life was in store. I had no idea.   👖👵🏼I love you forever to the little old couple in Houston. 

We first met Sal at the McWhorter Ranch in the early 80's . As we all gathered around a huge fire at the deer camp , Sal and I became instant friends as we traded barbs back and forth . Sal was point on with me and we soon had everyone laughing along with us. Jerri Sue and I mourn his loss but know his suffering is over . We love you Sal ❤️


Patty, Sal Jr. and Rick, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I loved all the good times we had at the shop. I miss seeing you all.
Lots of love, Gloria & Travis

Always enjoyed our monthly  get together,  or better know as  ( our unofficial version of the Italian/ Sicilian Social Club. which was made  up of family and those we claimed as family.   He always had  cards with him  that always made you laugh.  He and Sammy Charles  had a way to keep you laughing till you cried.   Miss those days. Patty you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers we love you.

God Bless

Marie & Ron


 May God bless and comfort you and your family during this difficult 
period;  please accept my sincere condolences.
                                                                                                    Richard Mireles 
                                                                                                    Retired Solo Officer


My father, LTC Ted Maloy, (deceased) spoke so highly of Mr. Gambino. They met through their involvement in the Korean War Veterans Association - Lone Star Chapter in Houston.    I could tell through what my dad said that Mr. Gambino was a great man.  My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time and in the days ahead.  

“Who loves you baby??” 
We love you forever Pawpaw. 
Rest In Peace 

Sal Gambino, mi Amigo. 
May the Heavens rejoice in receiving you, Salvatore, 
Your everlasting smile and joy  will help brighten the heavens.  

I did not work with Sal but whenever Sal and I would meet, be it at 61 Reisner Street or in the Police Gym or in the Street, there was always Sal's smile with his warm greetings. I would greet him as "Salvatore, mi Amigo, whassa going on, Paisano."  Sal would give me his biggest smile and would say "It's all good, Paisan!"  I will always remember  Sal Gambino as a warm, gentle person, and a good Police Officer. We were always glad to see each other and I'll never forget him. 

May God be with Patty and their family and give them comfort and peace, knowing that Sal is okay and pleasing the Heavens with his smile.

Salvatore, mi Amigo, Vaya Con Dios!

Jim Montero, Retired HPD,   
Homicide Sgt,/Det.,  Chicano Squad





Prayers from Indiana. 
We stand with the family and friends of Salvador and share your sorrow during this difficult time. 
Rest in Peace Brother. 
Regards,
Glen Wheat 
Blue Knights 
Indiana 2.

Sal was a great guy, police officer, friend. We all had so much fun during the Houston rodeo and at HPD and we will always remember the jokes, the laughter and his great smile.  May God Bless You Patty and all of the family. Sal will remain in our hearts forever!

Cousin Sal,
Even though we didn’t see each often, I always thought of you and the family stories that you shared with me over the years and what you did to help my father come home after Katrina.

My fondest story was the time you chased down a car that knocked  you off your motorcycle. When asked why, your response was , “He dirtied my boots. “  I know you and your boots are shinning with the Lord.  Peace 😊🙏

We met Sal and Patty when they joined KWVA. Loved them both immediately. Sal and Stoney were two peas in a pod, both being from New Orleans. He was a good friend and a kind one too. So sorry for your loss.

I was only 22 years old when I transferred to the Solo Motorcycle Division. It was there that I first me Sal. He knew that I was nervous, not about being a cop, but nervous because I didn't have that much experience on a motorcycle.  He, along with his partner John Triesdale,  helped me through the first couple of weeks get accustomed to staying upright on that Harley. We had many parties at Sal and Patties home. Heck, Sal had a swimming pool at his house and for me that meant he had hit the big time. He always had a smile on his face. I saw Sal after I had made Lieutenant years later and he had never changed. He was a great guy and he will be missed. God Bless .
 

I was one of Sal's best customers at his Texaco station when I went to Lamar High School in the mid sixties. I would air up my tires and buy a "dollars worth" of gas so I wouldn't feel guilty. My thoughts and prayers are with the Gambino family during this difficult time. Sal was a great guy and will be deeply missed. It was an honor to have served with him. Please accept my sincere condolences and may God grant you strength in the days ahead.

I’ve known Sal and Patty all my life.  My dad, Lynn Maughmer, rode in Solos at the same time Sal did. My condolences to you Patty and Sal Jr. You are so blessed to have had him so long in your lives.  

I remember when I first rode with Sal as a Partner on Solo's, he showed me the proper way to park my bike and how to approach the violators in the day time as well as the night. 
One day Sal took me to meet his parents and fine people they were, making me feel right at home with them. 
Sal was a great partner and a great friend. He will be missed greatly.  Rest in peace Brother. 
We are still Partners as always. 
Our Prayers are with your Family for this sad time, but God will make it better.    Jerry and Linda.


So sorry for the loss to the Gambino Family.  I have so many fond memories growing up with all the Gambinos on Huldy Street.  I’m sorry I won’t be able to attend Sal’s services, I will be out of town.  May Sal rest in Our Lord’s loving arms. 

My deepest sympathies to Sal's family.  He was a great guy.

I worked evening shift patrol for seven plus years.  One day when I was running late to Judge Jimmy Duncan's County Court, Sal road his motorcycle up beside me speeding inbound on the freeway.  I was in uniform.  He pointed through the window at my speedometer. I showed him my subpoena.  He gave me an emergency escort to the court house so I wouldn't be late to Judge Duncan's court.  I made sure I left earlier from then on.  Times were different then.  Det./Sgt. M. D. Beale, Jr.  Robbery Division, Ret.

My deepest love any sympathies to everyone. I have so many memories growing up with Lisa that her grandparents were always present. Such an amazing family and wonderful man. He treated me like I was always a member of his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. 

Bradley & I love you, Pawpaw.

"And when the night is new
I'll be looking at the moon
But I'll be seeing you."

OBITUARY

Salvador Anthony Gambino

December 1, 1932 – January 15, 2020

American Heritage Funeral Home

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