Mary Salas

Mary L. Salas, 76yearsold, was granted her angel wings on Friday, November 09, 2012, at her home in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico. During her final days she was surrounded by family and friends. After her diagnosis of stage 4 Lung Cancer in August 2012, that had rapidly spread to her bones, she decided to fight. Her strong will to live, unwavering faith in God, and the love and prayers of family, friends, and many supporters carried her through 3 more months of grueling radiation and pain. Yet even throughout her own struggle with Cancer, she reached out to others in their times of need by offering condolences and peace to her grieving children, grandchildren, and husband.

Mary was born on September 11, 1936 in Glencoe, New Mexico to Benito B. and Consolacion Connie Silva.

She is known for her ease in frequent conversation with friends and total strangers alike, some may be surprised to learn of the extreme shyness of her youth. Yet even as a child, she possessed a contagious smile and a radiant soul that beamed a sense of comfort through her soft loving eyes. Throughout her life she maintained a sweet and simple demeanor that won the trust and hearts of many, who even now are being changed by her witness of constant nurturing, love, and faith. Her signature gift of giving and joy, were shown through her constant smiling, laughter, and willingness to help anybody in need, she will never be forgotten.

She met her Sweetheart, Juan M. Salas, in the 2nd grade at the San Patricio school during a valentine card exchange. The couple was married on April 09, 1957 in Hondo New Mexico. Married for 55 years, Mary and Juan raised their 6 children in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico.

Possessing a true humanitarians heart, Mary diligently cared for all her families needs through giving advice, lending a hopeful ear, being a strong supportive friend, a caring loving and nurturing mother, a great traveling and exploring companion, as well as teaching crochet sewing and other crafts.

Being the heart of the Salas family, Mary shaped their values, morale, and ethics by example of her never ending faithfulness, hard work, compassion, respect, and friendliness. With a real zest for life, Mrs. Salas loved to dance, travel, discover new places, gamble, do word searches, and spend many hours outside enjoying life meeting new people and chatting with known peoplejust to name a few.

Her surviving family members are numerous, but mainly include:

Husband of 55 years: John M. Salas

Mother of 6 Children and their Partners: Clifford and Gina Salas of Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, Johnny and Teresa Salas of Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, Sandra Salas of Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, Patricia Salas of Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, Shirley Salas of Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, and Andrew Ben Salas of Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico.

Grandmother to 13: Clifford Ray, Paula, and Ali Salas Darlene, Johnny Boy III, and Robert Salas Mary L. India Calderon Mary Helen, Jessie, and Angela Roman, Christina, and Adela Lela Salazar Kiara Salas

Great Grandmother to 12: Michael Ferratier, Jonathan and Julissa Atunez Clifford Ray Jr., Gabrielita, and Anabeya Salas Alex, Jasmine, and Anthony Salas Alise Salas and Emmanuel Senteno Alejandro Hererra Xavior Salas

She was proceeded in death by her son Robert Salas, her brother Fraquio Silva, and her mom and daddy Benito and Consolacion Connie Silva. She is now reunited with them in eternal everlasting love, happiness, and peace at last.

Visitation information for friends and family of Mary Salas: There will be a Memorial Service with a Rosary led by Juan Montoya at LaGrone funeral home 341 Sudderth Drive in Ruidoso, New Mexico, on Monday, November 12, 2012 from 6:00 8:00 pm.

The funeral Mass will be presided by brother Randy Widener at the First Baptist Church in the Downs, 26363 US Highway 70 E. Ruidoso Downs, on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at 9:00 AM. Pallbearers include: Ramon Torres, Gary Cobos, Reyes Salas, Elojio Gallegos, Jessie Gallegos, and Albert Quate Gallegos. A luncheon reception for the family and friends will be held at the First Baptist Church in the Downs immediately following the burial.

Memorial donations can be made to: The American Cancer Society, to donate to the American Cancer Society by phone, call 18002272345. To donate by mail, simply mail a completed donor form from The American Cancer Society website with your check to this address: American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22718 Oklahoma City, OK 731231718

Mom always lived by the Golden Rule: Treat others the way you would like to be treated. In her loving memory everyday, do a loving act of kindness, make someone laugh, send a card, give a hug, or say I love you to your special friend.

The family is deeply grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers, and support in many heartfelt forms from too many people to name individually. Forgive all because lifes to short and nothing matters in the end other than how we loved, laughed, lived, and learned. God bless all her friends and family, even those she hadnt met yet.

An angels call:
An angel in a robe of white came to me as I slept my last night. She smiled and whispered in my ear, Its time for you to come home, my dear.

Though time was short since I was born, Ive earned the crown without the thorns. God knows the sweetness of my soul. My spirit and heart are pure and whole

I asked if I could say a final goodbye, to all my loved ones who were standing nearby. The angel smiled, and said with a nod, Im sure thatll be ok with God.

Did you feel my kiss goodbye, and the tears that fell from my eyes Have trust in God my loved ones, though I must go. Just like me, He loves you so.

He will comfort, and hold your hand, and help you so youll understand. And when your heavenly call comes too, with outstretched arms Ill come back to get you.

Service

Prayer Service

LaGrone Funeral Chapel
341 Sudderth Dr.
Ruidoso, NM  88345
Monday, November 12, 2012
6:00 PM 8:00 PM

Funeral Service

First Baptist Church of Ruidoso Downs
361 East Highway 70
Ruidoso Downs, NM  88346
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
10:00 AM

Cemetery

Hondo Cemetery
Highway 70
Hondo, NM  88336