Patricia Lynn Hall Salser
July 22, 1941 - February 29, 2020
Patricia Lynn Hall Salser, age 78, died February 29, 2020, surrounded by her children at her home in Nampa, Idaho.
Often when we lose hope and think this is the end, GOD smiles from above and says, “Relax, Friend, it’s just a bend, not the end!”
Pat Salser was born July 22, 1941, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Charles James Hall and Dorothy Jean Peay Hall. She married Gary Donald Salser in 1958 in Arco, Butte, Idaho.
They moved to Salt Lake City and became avid University of Utah fans enjoying U of U tailgating and games. Pat worked closely with the Saint Catherine Parish and the Newman Center. She loved the members, the sermons taught and the music shared. Her Newman family was very special to her.
Pat enjoyed family holiday gatherings, trips, dance competitions and shopping. Who can forget the ugly sweater competition, the taste sensation of Beef Wellington, the cakes, cookies, cards, gifts and LOVE. Her family photos tell it all.
When she was in her sixties, Pat graduated from Westminster College in Salt Lake City in business. She succeeded in accounting and other business activities. She enjoyed coffee lattes with her associates and appreciated friends who helped her through the day and sometimes the night.
She was preceded in death by her husband. She is survived by their two children, Donald Troy (Heather) Salser and Tracey Lynn Salser (Gordon) Terry, four grandchildren Kimber, Case, Ryan, Aaron, and two great grandchildren, brother Michael (Gwen) Hall of Bountiful, and many nieces and nephews. Also surviving are two sisters-in-law, Joan Salser Davis, and Carolyn Salser (Gene) Puls of Idaho.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, March 9, 2020 at 10:00 am at Saint Catherine Parish and Newman Center, 170 S. University Street, Salt Lake City, Utah. Committal will be at Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleum, 275 U Street in Salt Lake City.
Pat did not falter. She sacrificed and endured as she finished her earth life. She knew that this life was only a bend, not the end.
In Loving Memory
I so loved getting to know and spend time with Pat and Gary through the Newman Center. Pat got me to teach Sunday school, when she was in charge of it; her leadership and kind and gentle guidance stays with me to this day. I loved Sunday morning Mass in the "peanut gallery" with Gary and Pat. They were living testimony to love of one's neighbors and the love of husband and wife. Such an incredibly special couple. Sending prayers for the solace of fond memories of Pat to get you through these difficult times, and comfort in knowing that Pat and Gary are back together again.
Kristen Keefe
Salt Lake City, UT
Pat was my first Supervisor at Mountain Bell. She was always kind, helpful, and gracious to everyone. I will always remember her as an intelligent lady with great class, elegance, and a wonderful sense of humor. May you Rest In Peace, dear Pat. My Condolences, Linda Tsoufakis
Linda Tsoufakis
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Troy. Tracey & family, I met Pat & Gary when I was 5 years old & my family moved across the street from them & am fortunate to call them my Godparents. Some of my favorite memories include your parents. Pat took me to my very 1st movie, Mary Poppins. I was in Disneyland when she passed and, oddly enough, I had just told my kids that story when I was informed of her passing so she was in the forefront of my mind. She also took me to my 1st ice show & never missed any of my dance recitals or anything else that was important to me. She took me in when I needed a place to stay & Gary got me my 1st job after college & I worked with him for over 6 years. I remember when she brought both of you home after you were born & I babysat you while you were growing up. Our parents were always close friends so we vacationed together sometimes and our dad's would cook beer pancakes for breakfast - yuk! Your mom was warm, generous, hard working, compassionate, soft spoken & always there for me. I knew that she loved me & I loved her back just as deeply. Your folks were my aunt & uncle by choice and I will miss them both for the rest of my days. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Camie Bertagnolli
Clearfield, UT