Salvatore Mario Gentile, known to all who loved him simply as Sal, passed away on September 22, 2026, at his home in Largo, Florida, at the age of 91. He served in the U.S. Army and went on to build his entire career as an electrical engineer at Westinghouse. He was a life member of the Citadel Alumni Association.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Carol Murray Gentile, 901 Seminole Blvd. Apt. 224, Largo, FL 33770; three daughters, a son, two grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.