Nicole Monique Saldivar

Nicole Monique Saldivar, 28 years old. She was born April 15, 1988 and was called upon by the Lord on September 17, 2016. She was born in Monterey Park, California and lived in Los Angeles, California. Nicole was born with a heart condition and had open heart surgery as a very young child. She was so strong and determined, she overcame her limitations and did not allow her heart condition to stop her or slow her down. As a young girl, she played baseball and was a cheerleader. She beat the odds so many times. Her doctors were amazed at the strength and courage she possessed. Nicole was outgoing and was known as a friendly and kind person. She was hard working and motivated to excel. She was full of life and lived life to the fullest. She made friends everywhere she went and left a lasting impression on all who knew her. All who knew Nicole were touched by her kindness and big heart.

Nicole had two young children, daughter Ahliana, 9 and son Jayden, 7. Nicole loved her children with all her heart. They were her life and she did everything to make certain they knew that. She always went the extra step and beyond to make them happy. Everything she did for them had to have an extra touch just to make everything extra special. She showered them with love, hugs and kisses. Nicole was a wonderful Mommy to Ahliana and Jayden and they will miss her every day of their lives. She also leaves behind her beloved husband, Joe. He is the only man she ever loved and cared for. Their relationship was so strong and they had a bond that will last forever. Nicole had one older brother, Victor and a younger sister, Vanessa both of whom she loved dearly and unconditionally. They will treasure the time they had together and all the beautiful memories they created will last an eternity.

Nicole worked in the medical field for several years. With her kindness and compassion, this was the perfect field for her. Her heart and spirit was genuine and that came across in how she dedicated herself to giving her all at work. Many patients touched Nicole's heart and she often spoke of how difficult it was to see people in pain. Her heart would ache each time.

We will all miss Nicole so very much. It is so difficult to imagine a world without her. It is difficult to imagine a world without her love, without her laughter, without her kindness and without her beautiful smile and spirit. We will miss her singing, her silliness and her playfulness. We will miss a mother, wife, daughter, sister, granddaughter, auntie, niece, cousin, daughter-in-law, sister-in-law and best friend. We will miss our Nicole forever. Our hearts will never mend and the void she has left will never heal. Until we meet again in the glory of God. Rest in Peace our Angel.

"Lord God, You created this world and when death entered You did not turn a blind eye. My soul waits on you, Lord...waits on You to heal this hurt and give me hope. Amen."