Jerry Dean Salas, age 59, born on October 24, 1960, passed away on January 2, 2020 in Raton, NM after an extended illness. He was born to the Late Toby and Angie Salas of Raton. Jerry is survived by his loving children; Elizabeth Medina of Raton, NM, Jerry Michael Salas and wife Britainy of Burlington, CO, and son Daniel Salas of Raton, NM. Jerry was a proud grandpa to 14 grandchildren, Jeremiah, Syriah, Cameron, Mia, Jacoby, Kasey, Alex, Tiona, Alyssa, Jaylon, Anthony, Jerry Jr., Alonso and Jake. Preceding him in death are his parents Toby and Angie Salas, son Jacob Salas and brother Joe Salas.
He will be sadly missed by his siblings; the late Joe Salas and wife Billie of Albuquerque, NM, Jeanette and husband Fred Archuleta of Espanola, NM, Cathy and husband Terry Peterson of Reno, NV, Jimmy Salas and wife Debbie of Reno, NV, John Vigil and wife Jodie of Burlington Colorado, Debbie Salas of Albuquerque, N.M. and Theodore Salas of Raton, N.M. Elaine and husband Martin Horvath of Tuscaloosa, AL, Anita and husband Gary Fissel of Raton, NM and their families and numerous nieces and nephews.
While living in Raton, Jerry spent many years working as a plumber for the family business. He loved the outdoors, camping, fishing, playing horseshoes and hanging out with family and friends. Jerry suffered a lengthy illness, but had passion for life. He provided a lot of laughter and joy to others.
Solemn Mass of The Resurrection will be at 10:30 AM Saturday, January 25, 2020 at St. Patrick’s/St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Raton, NM with Father Bill Woytavich as the Celebrant. Rite of Committal and Inurnment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Contributions for Jerry Dean Salas can be made at Wells Fargo Bank in Raton for funeral expenses.
Friends and family are welcome to join us for a gathering at the Parish Hall where lunch will be served.
Arrangements for Jerry Dean Salas are under the Direction of the Alderette-Pomeroy Funeral Home.
