Heartbreaking news.. Joe Silverio gone at 34

[Kasept]

News comes from FB that Joe Silviero (RHT), beloved in a certain way here for years, has tragically died at 34.

He had been sick for awhile, particularly with kidney issues, but his passing still appears to have shocked. Hearts go out to his family and children.

Joe had become a very good handicapper/player and his progress can be traced here. I'd see him at Saratoga most summers and he was very kind. It's very hard to imagine he's gone.

[blackthroatedwind]

This is genuinely sad news. He was fun here and truly had developed a strong opinion. Just awful.

If anyone hears of a gofundme, or something of the kind, as I believe he had children, I hope they post it here.

[moses]

Truly heartbreaking news. I always enjoyed hearing his thoughts...on races...on handicapping strategy...on anything.

Being roughly the same age and having children as well, I echo Andy’s comment about sharing any sort of gofundme information if it exists. I can’t even imagine.

Joe will be missed very much.

[cakes44]

JFC...that is truly horrible.

You guys are exactly right that he grew into a damn good handicapper, and he'll definitely be missed on here, though that is obviously nothing compared to the loss for his family.

[ADJMK]

Terrible news. Very sad for all involved. Was fun to read his thoughts on here as crazy as some opinions were. He obviously had a passion for racing which needs people of his age group.
Condolences to his family.

[robfla]

very sad to hear that.. I will certainly miss his posts and prayers go out to his family.

I echo what Andy said about the GoFundMe. I feel terrible for his children.

RIP

[Dahoss]

Very sad news. We tangled quite a bit over the years but there was no denying his passion and he loved his kids dearly. We spoke about them on occasion in between our pissing matches.

34 is just way too young....

[cal828]

I think we all know that he could be irritating and over the top with some of his predictions, but he also had an infectious enthusiasm for the game. I think we will all miss him greatly.

[Bogey]

Awful news, condolences to his family and friends.

He will definitely be missed, he had a true passion for the game.

[philcski]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

This is genuinely sad news. He was fun here and truly had developed a strong opinion. Just awful.

If anyone hears of a gofundme, or something of the kind, as I believe he had children, I hope they post it here.

Please do, Id be happy to donate as well.

[freddymo]

34 fn years old that's sobering. That is just awful news just awful

[Alabama Stakes]

It won’t be the same without him here. Rest In Peace Joe.

[declansharbor]

Incredibly devastating news to hear.

We definitely had our spats in the past, but you’d be blind as a bat if you didn’t realize the growth he experienced as a handicapper/contributor. One of the sharper opinions on this board for a few years now. This hits like a punch to the gut for the DT faithful, I can’t even imagine how his family feels. My heart literally cracked in half when hearing about this about 10 mins ago. This hurts.

Rest In Peace Joe!

[jms62]

Originally Posted by Kasept

News comes from FB that Joe Silviero (RHT), beloved in a certain way here for years, has tragically died at 34.

He had been sick for awhile, particularly with kidney issues, but his passing still appears to have shocked. Hearts go out to his family and children.

Joe had become a very good handicapper/player and his progress can be traced here. I'd see him at Saratoga most summers and he was very kind. It's very hard to imagine he's gone.

Man this truly sucks. He was a unique guy and had made himself into one of the best on the board... Will miss his locks of the year du jour ...

[ateamstupid]

Terrible news. He could be a handful at times, but you could never question his passion for the game and though opinionated, he was also willing to listen and learn. He will be missed and my heart breaks for his family.

[casp0555]

Damn sad news, at a loss for words except I found his opinions interesting and this is so sad for this to happen to such a young man...I knew he had health issues but nothing this serious, Rest in Peace Joe, even though I dont know them, your family and friends are in my thoughts...

[steve]

very sad news---life sucks at times

[declansharbor]

Is there a poster on the board that has a line to his loved ones? I second Andy and philscki’s sentiment of a crowd funding for his kids that are left behind w/o a father.

[Kasept]

Originally Posted by declansharbor

Is there a poster on the board that has a line to his loved ones? I second Andy and philscki’s sentiment of a crowd funding for his kids that are left behind w/o a father.

I’m in contact with a family friend from Schenectady. Coached Joe in Little League and grew up with his mother. He’ll keep us informed. Horribly sad day. So clear how much he meant to everyone in the unique way a community like this ‘lives’.

[richard burch]

Condolences to all...