Suffolk loses a legend: Andy Damiani dies at 95

    Originally appeared in the Aug. 6, 2017 edition of the Suffolk News-Herald By R.E. Spears III Editor Suffolk lost a legend, a cheerleader and a beloved storyteller on Saturday, as former Mayor Andy Damiani died at Sentara Obici Hospital. Damiani’s nephew, Jimmy Daman, confirmed Saturday evening that his uncle had succumbed after having been taken to the hospital with a medical problem. “Andy was 95 years old,” Daman said. “His health was deteriorating, and we were fortunate to get Andy to Obici Hospital. He passed fairly quickly. I was there with him the whole time, and he did … Continue reading Suffolk loses a legend: Andy Damiani dies at 95