Pedro “Pete” Salazar, Jr. passed away January 26, 2021. He was a native of El Paso, TX and a graduate of Ysleta High School. He received both a Bachelor of Science and Master’s degree in Education from the University of Texas El Paso. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in Army Intelligence. He retired from El Paso Independent School District after 32 years as a teacher and school administrator. He was a member of the American Legion Livesay-Chavez Post 122. He is survived by his mother Dolores Salazar and 2 sisters; his wife of 53 years, Pilar Salazar; his four children Yvonne Kenderian (Raffi) of Port Orchard Washington, Leslie Salazar Armbruster (John) of El Paso, TX, Andrew Salazar of Rural Hall North Carolina, Dominic Salazar of El Paso TX; and 8 grandchildren. He will be remembered for his profound sense of duty and devotion to his family. Information regarding funeral services and online condolences can be found at www.martinfuneralhomewest.com.
