On Monday, March 22, 2021, Sergio Eric Salazar (Ember), son, father, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend peacefully passed away at the age of 37, surrounded with love by family.
Sergie attended St, Gregory’s Catholic School and International Commerce Secondary High School. He enjoyed listening to music, writing songs and poetry.
He lived life to the fullest. He was a “chatterbox”, and was able to connect with just anyone. He never spoke negatively about anyone. Serg had challenges in life but always managed to have a smile on his face and be utterly grateful for life, family and friends.
He endlessly thought about others that he chose to be an Organ Donor and to give humanity life. His light will continue to shine through the 3 people that he gifted with love.
His bear hugs and laughter will be immensely missed and he will be in our hearts forever. As he would say “love is everything”.
Rest In Peace my beautiful boy.
Sergie is survived by his children Izabela and Gabriele Pete; mother Rose Ann Esparza, and father Steven Anthony Salazar; brothers Steven Anthony, Skyler Francisco Salazar, Isreal Salazar and Robert Salazar; grandmother Velia Esparza; aunts Yvonne Esparza; Olivia (Paul) Salinas; Sylvia (Joe) Martinez; Stella (Vincent) Garcia and Toni Carreon. Uncles Pete Esparza; David (Margaret) Esparza; Robert (Veronica) Esparza, and Micheal Salazar. Many, many cousins and friends.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at 10:00 am with a funeral service at 11:00 am at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Interment is immediately following at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery. Condolences and Hugs from Home may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfh.com.
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Misty
My sincere and deepest condolences go to RoseAnn, Steve, and family. My thoughts are with you all during this tough time. Godspeed Sergie, you will be missed.
Joey Martinez
Condolences to my tia and cousins. I love you guys. Rest well my cousin.
I live on a busy street and see lots of people. I saw many people whether I was in my kitchen washing dishes or sitting on my bench in the front yard. I often saw my cousin walking past my home. After it became a regular to see him walking by I began to look for him in everyone person that walks by. I would know it was him when he would call out my name and throw up a peace sign with his fingers. And saddest part is that I still do this.
Much love to you cousin! Rest well.
Robert Y Esparza
Rest in peace my nephew I love you!
Songa Apodaca
I’m so sorry, my heart is aching… Sergio was a great friend to me and my daughter. Sergio was more then just my bestie he was family to me ,we loved him dearly.. I’m thankful we had many fun times, movie night, dinners , trips up north and to San Diego.I love you Sergio, I’ll always miss you Thanks for you .
David Lee Torrez
I’m just so saddened for you and your family and friends of him . He look like a artist. May the Lord Jesus Christ hold him dear as we should in his memory. Live David and Thelma, Abel David Torrez
Olga Salazar
My heartfelt condolences to my cousin Steve, Although I never met your son, I know he will be missed by you, his mother and brothers, all his aunts and uncles, his grandmother, and numerous cousins.
Steve, I pray God will give you peace and calm during this very sorrowful time. Continuous prayers for you and your family.
Karen Blanco
So sorry for the loss of this beautiful person. Words cannot express the sorrow we feel when a young, vibrant life is gone. But it is evident Sergio was deeply loved and gave love, that will last forever as he will remain in the lives and hearts of those who love him. You are all in my heart and prayers, I am praying for peace for you all.
Elizabeth Blanco
My condolences to your family for your loss …my prayers are with you and your family
Kandi Melton
My heart goes out to His mom Rose Ann Esparza. I know she is the one that never gave up on him through all his hardships and struggles with addiction and relationships. No matter what he was into she never failed to b the Rock in his world that never budged especially on how much she loved him. I’m sorry fir your loss Rose Ann. I know this one isn’t an easy one to endure. And thank u for being as awesome as u were to me when I was around for the short time I was. God bless