Dr. Harry Louis Salvo Jr.

March 26, 1947 - February 7, 2021

Dr. Harry Louis Salvo Jr. passed away on Sunday, February 7th,2021 at the age of 73. Harry was born on March 26, 1947 in Racine, Wisconsin. Harry (Dad or Grandpa, as he was affectionately known) is survived by his wife of 53 years, Elizabeth Salvo, two daughters, Erika and Kara Salvo and 2 Grandsons Desmond and Donovan. He is also survived by 4 brothers: Michael, Edward, Joe and Richard, 3 sisters: Barbara. Mary and Dorothy Hawes. Harry attended college at the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee where he earned his PhD in Physics. Harry and Liz moved their family to Maryland where he went to work at what was then Westinghouse, now Northrop Grumman for 34 years retiring at the age of 65. Upon retiring Harry could be found sitting in his chair as he had said he would do for after retirement or down in “mission control” working on his computer. His devotion to his “girls” showed throughout his life in everyday events like coaching his daughter’s basketball or softball teams helping with homework, household DIY projects even the doing the dreaded budget. HE was a member of The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), which he served as president in 1994 and 1995. For 10 plus years he volunteered as the equipment manager for the Severna Park High School Marching Band taking great pride in their field shows and parades. He received the Marguerritte Mills volunteer of the year award from the Severna Park Voice in 2006 for his work with the marching band. Harry enjoyed vacationing with his family in Hawaii, Deep Creek Lake and North Carolina especially if there was a pool. Harry was happiest when spending time with his wife Liz, watching the 6 o’ clock news, keeping his daughters safe and in line or playing with his grandchildren. Harry’s passion for Science, and the love for his family will live on through Liz, Erika, Kara, Desmond and Donovan. “My Goal is Simple. It is a complete understanding of the Universe. Why it is and why it exists at all” Stephen Hawking – Theoretical Physicist Viewing and services will be held on Monday, February 15 at 2:00pm at Lasting Tributes located at 814 Bestgate Rd, Annaplis, MD 21401. Quote for Remembrance Card “My Goal is Simple. It is a complete understanding of the Universe. Why it is and why it exists at all” Stephen Hawking – Theoretical Physicist