Catalina Luna Salazar

Our loving mother and pillar of our family Catalina Luna Salazar, 95 years old, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025 with her family by her side. Catalina was born in Pachuca Hidalgo, Mexico. Catalina immigrated to the United States in 1959 in order to help provide for her family. She had only planned to stay in the U.S. for 1 year and then return to Mexico, but God had other plans. She found the love of her life, our father Antonio de Jesus “Tony” Salazar. Tony and Catalina spent their years together inseparable, cherishing every moment with their family, friends, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Our parents welcomed everyone with open arms, treating and considering everyone as family. To many, our mother was more than just a friend—she became their Tía, Abuelita, Hermana, or Amiga, a source of love and warmth for all who knew her.

Catalina was a product of the Christero War where she was taught an unwavering faith in God. She was a woman of incredible faith and her belief shaped the way she lived and loved those around her. Throughout her life, Catalina was an example of compassion, kindness, and unconditional love. Her home was always open to those in need and her heart was a safe haven for family, friends, and strangers alike. She touched the lives of so many through her selflessness and dedication, always prioritizing the well-being of others.

Her faith was the cornerstone of her life, guiding her through challenges and victories alike. She often shared the message of hope and love, reminding us that with God all things are possible “Con Dios Todo Sin Dios Nada”. Her legacy of love, faith, and service will continue to inspire all who knew her.

Catalina’s rules were simple.

1. Love everyone, especially those who don’t love you back.

2. Don’t judge, that’s not your job, your job is to forgive and love.

3. Remember all gifts you have been given, material goods or Godly gifts, Remember they are not for you .. instead you were made the steward to share those gifts with all those around you. Especially those you feel don’t deserve it.

4. Don’t forget to start your day on your knees and whatever comes at you during the day you’ll end up on your feet.

5. “Echala Ganas a todo que haces cada dia”

Catalina is survived by her loving sons Felix Salazar, David Salazar (Jennifer), stepchildren John Salazar, Esther Harlow. Grandchildren Daniel Salazar, Jesus Salazar, Alejandro Salazar, Salvador Salazar, Noa Salazar and Lorenzo Salazar.

Catalina was preceded in death by her husband Tony and joins her parents Felix Luna Hernandez and Maria Cabrera Vega, siblings, Cande, Lalos, Rosita, & Lola, daughter Paola Salazar, and stepchildren Anthony Salazar, Lydia Salazar.

Friends and family please join us this Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 for a viewing from 6-7 p.m. with a recitation of the rosary beginning at 7:00 pm at St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church located at 1375 Spring Lane, Holladay, UT. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, March 20th at 11:00 am at St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church located at 1375 Spring Lane, Holladay, UT. Burial will take place immediately after Lunch approximately 1:30 at Mount Calvary Cemetery 275 U St. SLC, UT. Our mother believed her guests should never leave with an empty stomach. Everyone please come join us for lunch after the mass at St. Vincent Paul Catholic Church (Benvenue Center) located behind the church’s north parking lot.

Special thanks to the Solstice Hospice team, Alopa Vea, and Edna for the loving care they provided each and everyday. Another Special thank you to Jennifer Salazar for the loving care she gave our mother. Our mother would refer to Jennifer as her Angel.

Catalina truly cherished offering gifts and donations to charities, especially St. Jude’s Children Hospital and the Maryknoll Sisters. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice in her honor.