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Dylan Salas Obituary
Fort Collins - Dylan A. Salas, 19, of Fort Collins, died Sunday night.
A 2016 graduate of Rocky Mountain High School, Dylan was born and raised in Fort Collins. In school and in life, he was an athlete, a leader, and a friend. Dylan was a two-year letterman in Golf at RMHS. He also enjoyed playing soccer for both RMHS and Arsenal as well as basketball with Rocky Mountain Fever.
Besides his athletic achievements, Dylan was also part of leadership programs, DECA (Distribute Education Clubs of America) and FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) in high school. He was in Boy Scout Troop 90 and loved going camping with his fellow scouts and dad. He loved people and being around others. Dylan genuinely liked and cared for everyone, with a big heart and without judgement.
Dylan was a student and proud fan of Baylor University. He planned to return to Waco in the fall. He loved to attend Bears sporting events and enjoyed the warm Texas weather.
Dylan loved to play golf especially enjoying sunsets at the course with his dad and papa Max. Those who knew Dylan can remember him each time they tee up, and every time they admire a beautiful sunset as if playing a round with Dylan.
Dylan is survived by his parents, Ron and Christina Salas; sister, Emma Salas; paternal grandparents, Max Salas, Maricela Vasquez, Pam Salas, and Vickie Salas; maternal grandparents, John and Shirley Rael; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Visitation and viewing from 5-7 pm Thursday, February 1st and 4-6 pm Friday, February 2nd at Goes Funeral Care in Fort Collins; Memorial Service at 10 am Saturday, February 3rd at Timberline Church in Fort Collins, a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, please make checks out to Christina and Ron Salas which will be deposited to The Dylan Salas Memorial Golf Scholarship Fund. Please visit www.goesfuneralcare.com to share memories and condolences.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dylan Salas
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Dana Gjelde
January 25, 2022
You´re in my thoughts and prayers.
January 25, 2020
Youre in our thoughts and prayers.❤
Kathy Kimball
January 27, 2019
My deepest thoughts as you make this journey of loss.
Randy & Lynn
February 3, 2018
May God give you the peace that you need during this time.
Danae Archuleta
February 2, 2018
I didn't get to know Dylan very well. But we went to school together and for a short time, we worked together at Blackjack Pizza. He was always so kind and really had a good sense of humor. This is a real tragedy. I'm so sorry to not have him here anymore.
Aaron and Becca Bickham
February 2, 2018
Dear Christina and Ron,
We are absolutely heart broken for your family. No parent should endure this kind of pain and loss. We are praying for your family and added your name to the prayer roll at the LDS temple in Fort Collins and here in Gilbert. We love you and believe you will be together again someday.
Love,
Aaron and Becca Bickham
Joan and Todd Allmendinger
February 1, 2018
Dylan played Fever basketball and 9th-grade basketball at Liberty Common with our son Philip. Philip liked Dylan, and we remember him as quiet, respectful young man and a good ball handler. We are so sad for the Salas family and pray that God touches you with His tender mercies.
Lisa Harrison
February 1, 2018
Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. I am so sorry. Words fail me at a time like this, but know my heart is with you all and hurting for you.
Catherine & Quinn Fawcett
February 1, 2018
Christina & Ron,
I am so sorry to hear about this tragedy. I remember him hanging out at the synchro meets. You are such awesome people and you are in my prayers! Catherine & Quinn Fawcett
February 1, 2018
Christina & Ron,
I am so sorry to hear about this tragedy. I remember him hanging out at the synchro meets. You are such awesome people and you are in my prayers! Catherine & Quinn Fawcett
Betty Janzen
February 1, 2018
Ron and Chris you are in our thoughts and prayers. I can't express my sorrow and heartbreak for you.
Debra Futch
February 1, 2018
With my deepest sympathy and love.
Deb Futch
Audrey and Skip Tillman
February 1, 2018
Oh my dear, sweet Chris, Ron, and Emma,
You have all been constantly in both Skip's and my prayers. I can hardly breathe each time I think of Dylan and all of you. I wish that I could make it better, but that is out our hands. I pray that the Lord showers you with his love, and the grace to help you at every step and breath that you take.
Anna Mae Lindsay
January 31, 2018
Ron,Chris, Emma, Uncle John, Aunt Shirley:
Where does one begin to express how sorry we feel for your family. Only our dear God can give you comfort at this time. We continue to pray that you find peace in the memories that you share.
Love, Anna Mae Lindsay
Cousins from Alamosa
Margaret Brandsma
January 31, 2018
You will be miss cousin we love u so much
Cathy & Vic Martinez Family
January 31, 2018
Ron, Christina, Emma, Uncle John and Aunt Shirley our hearts are breaking for you all at the sad loss of Dylan. We love you and are in our prayers.
Right before the Soda Incident of 2012
Christa Reed
January 31, 2018
I am not sure even where to begin... I have so many fun memories of the times we got to spend with Dylan. Whether it was seeing him play on the soccer field or basketball court or hanging out at our house... He was always so fun-loving, cracking jokes and was always a fun kid to be around. My son James and him were close and formed a very special bond. Dylan always supported James' music and would often come to see him perform around town. In 8th grade, Dylan got the entire Varsity Basketball team to make funny signs they all held up that said, "James...Will You Marry Me?" while James was singing during the talent show. James saved that sign Dylan made for him all throughout high school...
Another funny memory was before 9th grade, when Dylan, Trey and James stayed down at my parents house during a Summer Basketball tournament in Denver. Dylan and Trey wanted a cold soda so had the bright idea of putting some sodas in my parents deep freezer... well, you can definitely figure that they forgot all about the sodas they left and then the next day we discovered that they had all exploded!! We called that the "Soda Incident of 2012!"
He loved coming over to our house to play hoops and took my younger son Robbie under his wing and taught him to "PLAY YOUR SIZE, ROBBIE!!"
I was lucky enough to get to spend a little time with Dylan a few months ago and it was great to talk to him and hear him joke and laugh as always...
Dylan will always have a very special place in my family's heart and we will think of him and always remember the bright light that he carried with him no matter where he was in life...
Ron, Christina and Emma... you are in our thoughts and prayers! We are sending you our love and comforting light during this time of utter darkness...
Love you all very much!!
Paulette Gayden
January 31, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers
Hamilton & Paulette Gayden
Margaret Brandsma
January 31, 2018
You will be miss cousin we love u so much
Linda Slate
January 31, 2018
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Prayers to all of the family in this time of need. Wish there was a way to take away the pain for this wonderful family.
Traci Johnson
January 31, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for God to give you the strength to get through this difficult time.
Traci Johnson
Sue Strauch
January 31, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. I wish I could take your pain from you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Aunt Sue, Arizona
Hillary Payne
January 31, 2018
How do I even begin. Dylan was such a huge and amazing part of our family. He will be so dearly missed. I'm thankful to hold so many wonderful memories in my heart. His laugh and smile that light up his whole face will be a favorite memory. Dylan was always so proud of his family. He made such an effort to connect with everyone of all ages. He was never bothered to be followed and pestered by countless little people at family events and was usually found at some point in the day snuggled next to his Grandma Rael watching whatever Denver team was playing ball that day. Dylan always new the newest stats of the Minnesota Vikings so he could eagerly chat with me about the latest sports gossip. Dylan's life was too short but thankfully he lived it large. I'm so happy he was such a big part of so many lives. I'm so blessed to have had the time I had and so thankful I remember so vividly the last hug we shared. I love you Dylan Salas. Thanks for everything you brought to my life. Hillary
Jewels Dawson
January 31, 2018
Salas Family,
We only lived next door a few years but I have memories of Dylan loading up baseball gear, shooting hoops, and getting ready to go to Scouts. He grew up to be such a handsome young man and I am just heartbroken to hear this news. We are praying for some sort of peace during this healing process and the attempts to make some sense of all of this and why he was called home so soon.
Elizabeth Talbot
January 31, 2018
Chris, Ron, Emma, Uncle John & Aunt Shirley:
So saddened to hear of this tragic sudden loss.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
---Elizabeth, Keith, Grace & Claire Talbot
Dana Gjelde
January 31, 2018
We are deeply saddened and heartbroken over the loss of Dylan. We're sending prayers to you all. RIP Dylan.
Fred Pitzl
January 31, 2018
My heart goes out to you. May the God of all comfort bring you comfort during this time. My prayers will continue to be with you.
Ana Silva
January 31, 2018
Ron, Christina and Emma
We wish we could offer the right words right now, but what happened is just unthinkable. We're here for you, praying for you, and sending thoughts of strength during this time. Dylan was loved and we will always have very fond memories of him. With our deepest sympathy,
Ana, Dan, Alex and Giulia Silva
Toni and Kurt Radtke
January 31, 2018
My heart aches for all of you as you deal with this tragic loss. We are sending our prayers.
Angelique Ortiz-Hunt
January 31, 2018
Christina, Ron, Emma
There are no words to express how sorry we are for Dylan's untimely passing. His loss is heartbreaking to all of us. We have such fond memories of Dylan and the good friend he was to Lauren when they were kids. We will always remember Dylan as a kind sweet young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Angelique, Rick, Lauren & Avery
Jane Carnes
January 31, 2018
My heart is broken for you and your family. Thoughts and prayers going out to you.
January 31, 2018
I have had great memories of hanging out with Dylan, he always made me laugh, and smile, and was there for me, and he's in a better place now, im gonna miss him so much, rest peacefully Dylan, we all love you.
Joyce Saffel/Shorthill
January 30, 2018
I am sending prayers to your family. My heart is hurting so much for your loss.
Launa Cormier
January 30, 2018
I am very sorry for the loss of your son and brother. He was a fine young man. We will keep you always in our prayers.
Kathy Kimball
January 30, 2018
Christina, I am so sorry for this tragic loss of your son. My deepest condolences and prayer for you and your family in your time of sorrow.
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