of Paris, AR
May 24, 1956 - October 21, 2017
Rudy Salinas, 61, a resident of Paris passed away Saturday, October 21, 2017, in Fort Smith.
He was born May 24, 1956, in Tarzan, Texas to the late Uhaldo Ochova and Juanita Portalas (Muniz) Salinas. Rudy spent his working as a butcher and most recently as the Dye House Lead at Hanes Brand Inc. in Clarksville. He was of the Catholic faith, was an avid hunter and most importantly loved living life. In addition to his parents Rudy is preceded in death by a niece, Sonya.
Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Theresa Salinas of Paris; two sisters, Susana and Priscella Salinas, both of Texas; five brothers, Rene Salinas and his wife, Maria of Texas, Ruben Salinas and his wife, Maria of Colorado, Walter Salina, Jr. of New Mexico, Sam Salinas and his wife, Pam of Texas and Bobby Salinas of Texas; numerous nieces and nephews that loved him very much and a host of friends.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, October 26, 2017, at the Harmony Assembly of God near Paris with the Rev. Tammy Frederick officiating. Burial will follow in Moore Cemetery near Paris under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
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13 Condolence(s)
Sherrie Chandler
Monday, December 11, 2017
I was so sorry to read of your loss. Although I haven't seen you for a long time you are thought of often. The "Warden" passed away at 93 and he would mention you frequently. God bless you and may Rudy RIP. Again, my heart breaks for you. Love, Sherrie
Walt Salinas
Thursday, October 26, 2017
Teresa
I am really sad that my little brother had to leave and I know he is in a very beautiful place and we are left without him. I love Rudy very much and I will always remember him as a brother with a huge loving heart â¤ï¸ for all the ones he loved and especially you. We know life has to move forward and you are a very strong willed person who Rudy loved dearly and always will. Rudy still lives on helping people and is an angel in heaven. I am truly sad of his absence. I have spoken with God about everything possible and wonderful things concerning my brother and you and he will guide you threw all the sadness and make stronger. I will come to visit soon. God bless you and we are all available for you at any time during this sad transition of life I will see Rudy again and so will you when god gives us a flight to heaven. I love â¤ï¸ you and love â¤ï¸ Rudy for ever.
Lacie Chapman
Wednesday, October 25, 2017
Uncle Rudy will be missed. Im thankful for the time we had at Grandmas. Lucas loved him. Always asking is Rudy there wheres Rudy? Always hoping to see him. He was so good with kids. He wanted Lucas to learn Spanish. He told him when he was 5 he would buy him his first pocket knife. He gave him a gold dollar he will hold onto forever. I have only ever known "Theresa and Rudy" I have only known their love to be strong. I have only known a kind and gentle man. He would have done anything for my Grandma. He was so good with her. He worked so hard and still made time. I will never forget his kindness and his love for life. His stories and his pictures. We love you Theresa and Rudy
Luke 6:45 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good
His heart was a treasure
Rest in peace Rudy
Thank you for happy memories
Debra Gann Mathis
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Theresa and family, my heart aches for your loss. Rudy was a wonderful man that loved life. Please know that I send my thoughts and prayers to each of you.
Marsha (Pike) Donaldson
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Theresa, I am so sorry for your loss. Rudy was a great guy and so much fun to be around. Every time I think of him, I remember him putting tortillas straight on the stove burner and I was totally amazed. I have many great memories and I know you do too! I pray the memory of a life well lived can give you peace during this time. I love you!
Nickie holt
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Theresa sorry for your loss and prayers for you and your family.
Rise Schneider
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Theresa I am sorry for your loss. Really miss seeing you. Will keep you in my prayers.
Suzan Davis Naegle
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Teresa, I am so so sorry to hear about this. Rudy was one of a kind. Absolutely loved to be around him! Anytime he was in the room everyone just listened and loved him and his stories. He always spoke of you too. He was just showing us pictures of how his dog, Queenie, man he loved that dog. It was in the tree, it had climbed! and he ran across pictures of pies and he just grinned and said oh there are some pies and he just laughed! Said he had to take picture of them. Showed us all pictures of turkeys and everything! He always left the room with a smile and left everyone feeling blessed. He gave me a job when I needed one so bad. Always felt so much better about everything anytime I was around him. He will be so missed! Teresa, he loved you so, always threw you into whatever conversation, he'd say "Tres",he trulywas devoted to you. You are very lucky to have had known and spend the years you both had. We are all better people to have known him. God bless you, and be with you. My heart goes out you and all his family.
Dottie
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
So very sorry for your loss Theresa. May Rudy rest in peace and prayers go out for you and family.
Carol West Boyd
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Teresa,
I’m so sorry for your loss, my love, thoughts and prayers are with now and the many difficult days weeks and months ahead.
Rudy was a very kind loving man that loved to talk and shear stories everytime I ever saw him. I know he will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him.
God Bless You Always..
I love you! ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™â¤ï¸
Lulu May
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Theresa Sorry for your loss may God be with you an the Family.
Debra Wootton Rowe
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
RIP Rudy. You were a great man. Always upbeat and smiling and down to earth. You will be missed. Prayers for your family from Roy and Deb.
Judy Hill Fisher
Monday, October 23, 2017
Theresa,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.