Salvador Zagada Floriano

Salvador Zagada Floriano was born Dec. 21, 1927, in Nabua, Camarines Sur, Philippines. He passed peacefully at his home in San Diego, Ca on Mar. 8, 2026. He is survived by his beautiful bride of 62 years Dulce, a son, Salvador, Jr (Arlene), a daughter, Nina Mejia nee Floriano (Wilfred). Four grandchildren, Michael Floriano (Cory Vialpando), Arielle-Maree Bertone nee Mejia (Peter), Vanessa-Joy Puckett nee Mejia (Travis), and Garrett. Six great-grandchildren, Makayla Floriano, Joey Floriano, Jeremy Nunez, Maliko Floriano, Peter Bertone, and Jaqueline Bertone. He is predeceased by his son, Jose Evangelista Floriano.

Badong, as he was affectionately called, proudly served in the US Navy for 20 years. His time in the Navy included World War II and the Korean War. During his “civilian” life, he worked for Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) where many reaped the benefits of his employment! He also was the personal cook for the then, Most Reverend Leo T. Maher, the third Bishop of San Diego. He then went to work for the Whittaker Corp from which he finally retired.

He enjoyed music (Big Band and Jazz, just to name a few), gardening (orchids and roses were among favorite flowers. He also grew tomatoes, ampalaya, and egg plants). Most of all he loved socializing! He often visited neighbors to catch up and share in his recent harvests. He was active in the Bicol club and the Nabuenos. Most of all, he enjoyed and cherished family. He would do anything for family or friends.

Badong was kind, considerate, giving and, ever loyal. We will miss his kind smiling eyes and deep, long ‘sniffs’.