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MARTHA SALAS Obituary

Martha went home to be with our Lord on Saturday, March 19, 2011. She was born in El Paso, Tx., but grew up in Selma, Ca. where she met Fermin, her husband of 38 years. Martha will be deeply missed. She was caring and always put others before herself. She never turned away someone in need. Her spirit and smile were felt by everyone she came in contact with. No more pain, you're spirit is free. Fly with the angels Peewee, we'll be reunited again. She left behind her husband Fermin; five children; 15 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters; and two brothers.

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Published by Fresno Bee on Mar. 26, 2011.

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Veronica Salas

March 26, 2019

I miss you so much mom. I think about you all the time and wish you were here. My kids never got Chance to know you, that's what hurts the most. Least kitty is with you now. Take good care of fatso. Mom. I love you

Travis Wong

May 2, 2011

Rest in peace Martha R.Salas You are a great person and we'll never forget you. You will forever remain in our hearts.

Jonathan Vassar

April 30, 2011

you will forever be missed by friends and family, those who you care for and supported
R.I.P Martha R. Salas

Miranda Kasper

April 30, 2011

Rest in piece you helped everyone you are a great person and will be greatly missed

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Carolyn Cisneros

April 26, 2011

Mom, I want you to know that I love you so much. I miss you more and more everyday. I feel more lost than I was before. I want to hug you and see you. I'm sorry for not being there for you like I should of. I regret it. It hurts me so much. For hurting my dad, brothers, and sisters. I miss them so much. I want my family back, the ones I left behind. I wish I could have it all back. I'm sorry for keeping your grandkids away from you and your great grandkids. Now I'm going through what I put you through. I see now how much I hurt you, I'm so sorry mom for what I did. I love you so much mom. I wish I could see you again. I want you mom. I'm so sorry. Please mama forgive me. I didn't see what you were trying to tell me. I was too blind. I wasn't thinking about what I was doing to you. When I saw you in the casket, I wanted so bad to go with you. I stopped and said I can't. I got my kids, your grandkids, and my grandbabies, your great grandbabies to live for. My dad, brothers, and sisters.

Antonia Estrada

April 25, 2011

Martha words cannot begin to express all that you meant to me. You were my best friend, sister, my second mom.I will forever cherish the moments I spent with you, all the times we spoke with each other and the advice you gave me and my children.You were always there for all of us,compassionate and loving us without reserve.You were always able to make me laugh when I felt close to tears.You loved all of us and gave of yourself to everybody in need of encouragement.Throughout all that you suffered with your illness you never once complained but I could see in your eyes that you were getting tired and you were ready to go into God's loving arms and rest.It hurts so much not to have you here but I my only consolation is that you're no longer in pain and your suffering has ended.I still continue to have my talks with you and see your beautiful smile each and every night.At times I feel like we took over your childhood because you got saddled with taking care of all of us when mom was working.You were always our mom's little helper, her interpreter along with other things.But God blessed us with the best sister we could ever hope for.I LOVE YOU and I won't say bye but look forward to the day we are reunited again.I kow you're looking down at us w/ mom at your side, watching over us.I know we need to be there for each other and that your wishes for your children is that they are united together always. You live on in us and in our hearts always.We love and miss you so much. Goodnight sis, I'll see you soon.

Angelica Jimenez

April 24, 2011

You are the best person in my life. I always went into your house and you were always surprised to see me. you were smart and funny. i always loved you. you always comforted me. i was shocked and sad to see you go,but everybody has to when it is their time. i love you and i always will.

Bryan\ motor mouth Jimenez

April 24, 2011

Never thought it would happen to me, you see it in movies and other media but nothing can brace for the devastating impact. This is the worst tragedy to ever have occured in my life thus far and it still won't stop hurting. Not a day goes by without me thinking about you grandma, I'm so used to being able to talk to you whenever I needed It although I still do talk to you it hurts that you cannot respond. you always told me what I needed to hear just like a bestfriend. Despite all the pain that I feel as a result of your passing I still find some comfort. You were not only my grandma but also my bestfriend,conscience, and even a parental figure. I am the person that I am today because of your influence. My life will never be the same without you but I do find comfort in the fact that you will always be by my side. I will continue to do my best in order to make you proud and will never disappoint you. We will be reunited one day grandma and I will embrace with a big warm hug like I always do and you will gleam upon me with your memorable smile.

Gabbas\ Gabriel Cisneros

April 24, 2011

you were the best grandma anyone could ever ask for. you never let me down and you were always there when i needed help. i never knew i could hurt like this. and everyday i wish i could talk to you for a while and i miss you but i try not to cry because i know that you will never leave my side, you will always guide me down the path of life as long as i shall live, and your love will always last in my heart. it feels weird going into your house hoping u will be there to comfort me and assure me that everything will be alright but i know the hope is short lived. i can't wait for the day that me and u will be reunited so i can be in the prescence of your warming spirit, your comforting smile and your loveable hugs and kisses. i will never forget the memories we had together. you were the strongest and nicest person i've ever known. it was hard to say goodbye. i will always love and you wiil be forever in my heart love u forever grandma.

salina jimenez

April 24, 2011

you were the best grandma ever. you were always there for me when i needed you the most. when i was down you always made me laugh. i was always so happy when i got to go to your house. i loved to talk to you and hear all of your jokes. you always helped me with my spanish and all of the other homework i needed help on. you have and will always be my role model. i'm so glad that i got to spend the fifteen years of my life with you. you were the nicest and stongest person i've ever known. it's still so hard for me to accept the fact that you're gone. it won't be the same celebrating the holidays and birthdays without you. you were a big part of my life and you will always be in my heart. i will always remember your beautiful smile and your voice. i love you lots and i can't wait to see you again. rest in peace.

Michael Dominguez

April 24, 2011

I miss you Tia Martha. I'm glad to have had the opportunity to have spent time with you in and outside of your home. You always welcomed me with open arms. Every time we talked, it was like we picked up from where we left off. And when it was time for me to end my visit, you always offered a snack for the road. It was always nice to see you. Thank you for the laughs and memories. I Love You Tia.

Mz.Candace Jordan

April 24, 2011

Just no shes in a better place sorry for your lost

keishla .....

April 23, 2011

im very sorry 4 the lost!! :(

Lanu Waterson

April 23, 2011

What a wonderful woman im so sorry for your loss i know she's in a better place where no one is discriminated
XOXOXOXOXO

Jazzie Vanity Von-Monroe

April 21, 2011

Sorry 4 your lose. <3 XOXOXOXOXO

Dahvie Vanity

April 21, 2011

Aw Im sorry shes gone. She seems like a very good person.
- Jesus Torres (Dahvie Vanity) Xoxo
From Blood On The Dance Floor <3 Xoxo

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Martin Martinez

April 20, 2011

Sorry for your loss.She raised a nice son.

Kody Wantland

April 20, 2011

I am so sorry for your lose.But I know your mom is in a better place.

Ethan Barnhart

April 19, 2011

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You will be dearly missed.. <3

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Erin Keller

April 19, 2011

Thank you so much for your love and strong support toward a very imperative cause. You will be missed and your actions will not be forgotten. Positive thoughts to the family.

Tiffany K

April 19, 2011

Thank you for your support. Rest In Peace. <3

MJ Watson

April 19, 2011

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Vanessa Pineda

April 19, 2011

R.I.P.

Time went by so fast. You are missed by everyone.

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Sherece Maddox

April 19, 2011

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Brandon Stamper

April 19, 2011

I just recently learned of you, but thank you for all your support and hard work. You may have only seen little change in your lifetime, but its history and people like you that keep the rest of us STRONG! Thank you! R.I.P. Martha Salas!

Imperfect Legacy

April 19, 2011

Thank you for what you did for others. There should be more people like you. I will keep your family in my thoughts.

Christina Gray

April 19, 2011

One who isn't gay & still believes in gay rights is god sent. You were a wonderful lady, One whom put her son first, even tho he was different. You don't see that often. May you rest in peace.

jasmine julius

April 19, 2011

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Marlie McL

April 19, 2011

I wish the world was made of people like u. There would be nothing but love and peace.

April 15, 2011

Sisters.They share everything.Every little secret,many tears,laughs and each others love. All the memories, that's all there is now,and will never be forgotten no never not ever.
I miss you.

Rene Ruiz-Gonzalez

April 14, 2011

Ola Martha te estranio muncho y simpre estadas en mi corazon. Por Fermin no te precupes yo lo voy atender y voy a ir averlo siguedo a ver como esta y ayudarlo en lo que pueda. Chaooo Rene

betty

April 12, 2011

Tia I miss the welcoming of your smile, the warmth of your hugs, the sound of your voice that always assured me that things would be fine. You gave us all unconditional love and made us felt like we belonged. Time was precious and I regret not having enough of it.

Angel Rojas

April 12, 2011

Maratha you have been the greatest Tia anyone could want. I never to dream to see go away. And leave us to be with our Holy Father,my dad maurillo,and my sister erica. You been thru bad and yet good times. But your candle in your heart has been lighting through those times. You taught me the importance of proper hygiene and doing good in subjects I don't like. I miss you smiles, hugs,laughs, and jokes towards Tio John. I will always be sad to say goodbye. For my fear of losing you God's graceful hands. As i quote from Pslam 23 "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death. I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod, and thy staff, you comfort me. I bleive that in spirt form you are with me. I praise to god that I got a honorable chance to meet you, and have you as my Tia. I got one request say to my sister and dad for me. You will be in heart and memory Maratha.

Victoria Ruiz- Gonzalez

April 12, 2011

Lady, You were not only my sister and friend but also like a mother to me. I miss you and feel so lost without you. You were always there during the hardest, saddest times in my life when I needed someone to comfort me. We laughed and cried together and you always knew just the right words to say, you gave my advise and lovingly scolded me when I needed it. You loved my kids like your own. When I was growing up I wanted to be just like you, loving, kind and compasionate unfortionately I didn't quite turn out that way. I thank God he gave you to me to be my sister.You were right I was too dependant on you but you taught me how to be independant and strong. It was the hard lesson but I learned and I thank you for it. I will always love you, I'll miss your smile, hugs and kisses. We both knew our time together was coming to an end, It was getting close to the time for you to go, I knew you were tired, sick and ready to go meet your maker, I could see it in your eyes and the serene peacefulness you had about you, but selfishly I didn't want you to go. I wanted you to stay with us, just being near you gave me comfort and brought peace to my heart, and as long as you still breathed there was hope and it gave me joy knowing that you were still here. You were so strong and held on as long as you could, you never complained but took things as they came one at a time. And no matter how you felt you always had a smile for us when we went to visit you. But God decided you had enough and wrapped his arms around you and took you home to rest. Sleep peacefully my beloved sister. I won't say goodbye because you will always be in my heart and my memories will keep you alive. You were well loved by everyone who knew you. And I know you will always be there spirtually when I need you. Good nite Martha until we see each other again. Give Erica a big hug and kiss for me.

.... Froggie

April 11, 2011

I have visited this site many times, but couldn't bring myself to leave a message. It hasn't even been a month, yet it seems like forever. People say it gets better with time, but for me it hasn't. Each day that passes is a stark reminder that your physical presence is no longer here. No longer can I hug you, kiss you, laugh with you. I miss you so much. The emptiness is like a black hole~never ending. The only comfort I have is that you no longer have to suffer through the mental & physical pain you had to endure. My faith is strong, yet there are so many questions left unanswered. Did you know it was time to leave us? Were you in pain? Do you see our hurt? Do you feel our pain? Your memory will live on in all of us. Its so hard to say goodbye, so I'm ending this with see you later. Love you always Mom....

santiago perez

April 11, 2011

Anything you need just call me I'm soo sorry for your loss know that I really care for you and love you

Fermin Jr Salas

April 10, 2011

The sun has rosen, and the sun has set for you mother dearest. Your ideals and strength is left behind in your family. It's a terrible crush and void we feel with you no longer here, yet my faith reassures us of being together again. I learned and didn't learn so much from you mother, my heart aches for you but you now are more beautiful than ever. my love eternal from your loving son, Jr.

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