Carl Alfred Salisbury
November 26, 1939 - February 2, 2024
Carl Alfred Salisbury passed away February 2nd, 2024 due to dementia in a memory care center in Draper, Utah, surrounded by love ones. He was born November 26, 1939 to his parents, Ollie & Marcella Salisbury. He is preceded in death by his parents Ollie and Marcella; step mom, May; his brother, Delbert; and son, Matthew Salisbury. He was a beloved husband to Linda Salisbury and father to his daughter, Tammy (Ted) Allert; as well as his step daughter, Tysha (Daryl) Christensen; step son, Michael (Robin) Coop. Brother to Jerry (Carol) Salisbury and step sister Mary Ellen (Paul) Burrell; Several grand children, great grand children, nieces and nephew.
Carl lived his life in Sacramento, California. Until 2 years ago, when him and his wife moved to Draper, Utah to be closer with his step daughter. He and Linda were in a memory care center.
When Carl was 9 years old him and his brothers were playing with dynamite. Carl’s dynamite went off and he blew off half of his fingers. This never deterred him. You would not even know unless you really looked. He overcame this and held a normal life.
In Carl’s neighborhood he was the first to always help out. Up until age 82 he was mowing his neighbors lawn and taking them to do their errands.
Carl held many jobs throughout his years and finally found his passion in being a long haul truck driver. Him and Linda’s enjoyment was getting on the road long hauling and experiencing the US.
In Loving Memory
Carl, his first wife Louise and their two children Tammy and Mathew were our neighbors when us kids were just 3 or so years old. Carl was so nice to us kids growing up. He was always working around the house. It was mentioned in his obituary that his finger had been injured. One of my dad's finger was cut off also, those cut off fingers always scared me, LOL. I have a hard time remembering things, but I do remember Carl was always nice, had a nice smile, would joke around with us kids. Great childhood memories. Rest In Peace Carl��❤️
As his niece I am so saddened. I went to see him with his daughter Tammy in 2022. We had a great visit. At that time we were talking and he did know who I was. My heart goes out to Linda, Tammy and all of his family and friends.
My brothers came into my life when I was 6 years old. They were all adults. My mom married their dad, both were widowed. What a shock to have such a little sister. They welcomed me with much love into their lives. Alfred was always the most laid back and caring man. Always there with smile and a hug. We had good times together. I will miss you, Alfred. Mary Ellen
I came to know Carl through his daughter Tammy. Tammy and Ted were my neighbors when I was growing up. I didn't get to know Carl until about 3 years ago. I able to help Carl and his wife with grocery shopping, doctors appts. Carl was always ready to go on a drive. I remember taking him on a drive to The Sugar Mill in Clarksburg CA. It was a tearful drive and his memories of different things came and went. If all I could have done that day was make him feel normal and not let the dementia take over then I felt complete. Carl's love for long haul trucking was his pride and joy. There were many hours of he and I talking about driving to different states, and how it made his face light up. I will always remember him in that manner. Carl, you are at peace! The road is calling you! Travel Safe!
My mom and Alfred was really good friends she always told me stories about him like how he lost his fingers playing with dynamite. How she said when people saw one of them they seen all of them she has so many memories of him. I always loved seeing him at the car shows and going to his house to visit him. We love him so much he will really be missed and loved forever love the neel family.
Uncle Alfred oh man I will miss you. We had such lengthy talks about your neighbors, your beloved dog, and Aunt Carol. You would stop at the truck stop on I-44 and call me to say come get us we're here to visit. I so loved that. Celebrating your 80th birthday was so enjoyable. Having our last conversation... you couldn't speak but you could listen to me, you drew your eyes to the iPad when I said I love you and you mouthed it right back, when I blew you kisses you gave them back. When I told you it was okay your loved ones were in the light to take your hand and lead you through, you relaxed, most beautiful moment. I told you I was laying beside you on my pillow and said I love you everything will be okay. You crossed over. I will deeply miss you. I am so thankful I was able to have this last time with you. Tammy, may peace and love shower you as you move forward.
I will miss this man... When I was homeless back in 1984 My uncle and my aunt were there for me and gave me a place to stay till I got back on my feet... I remember I was stranded in Fontana California he went 200 miles out of his way to pick me up and take me home... My uncle Alfred was always there whenever I needed him I really appreciated that man
Dad, my heart is broken. I never thought this would happen. I loved taking care of you and mom these past 20 years. I tried so hard to be there for the both of you. Your illness took over and you shut me out. I pray everyday that Tysha took over and cared for you and mom these past few years. I am blessed I was able to come visit you twice when you moved to Utah. Going through photo's and remembering the past 20 years I know how much you loved Mom. When I moved you both into my home 6 years ago while you were going through cancer and caring for both you and mom brought me comfort. I took LOA from work and stayed home to make sure you and mom were taken care of. We took so many day trips together. We did puzzles and literally talked all day. I take comfort I was able to facetime you on your final day and talk with you. I know you couldn't talk but I asked you to move your head if you heard me and you did. I was able to express my feelings and get everything out. I was also able to get your niece Kelley to also facetime you. While she was on facetime you mouithed you loved her and you passed away while she was facetiming you. I am so glad you were not alone and Kelley was there with you. I wish you could come visit me when I sleep to let me know you made it over and you are okay. I will always love you!
In Loving Memory
