Rosita Ponciano Salvador

Rosita (Rosie) Ponciano Salvador, a loving widow, mom, sister, Tita (Aunt), Lola (grandma) to her precious grandchildren Ari & Toryn (Fin) passed away peacefully with her children Charlene & James (Marian) by her bedside on June 18, 2025 at the University of Alberta hospital. She was predeceased by her husband Eliseo* and daughter Rochelle*.

Rosie was born in Taytay, Rizal Philippines on May 15, 1948 to Marcela* and Evaristo* Ponciano. She was one of eight siblings: Fely (Lazaro*), Pepe (Iday), Lina* (Gil*), Estely (Apolonio*), Adie (Larry), Reynaldo*, Nita (Jun) and had numerous friends and relatives all over the world.

She started her working career as a Gr. 1 teacher in the Philippines and when she moved to Canada in 1974 she was a server at the Edmonton Petroleum Club and as an assistant Law Librarian at the University of Alberta Law Library for 37 years where she made many good friends throughout the years.

Rosie had a heart of gold and was one of the most kind, genuine, funny and friendly people you would have had the honour of knowing. Family and friends would often go to her to seek guidance, advice & support. Rosie was the life of the party and would often be the emcee/hostess for many gatherings and events. She really enjoyed a carefree life to the fullest and her quirkiness and corny jokes made many laugh.

Rosie had a very strong spiritual faith and set aside time for her multiple daily prayers. Praying daily helped her be at ease when dealing with difficult times as well as when she learned about her diagnosis. She wasn't afraid or scared and had accepted God's plans he had for her. Rosie understood that everyone has a purpose in life and that once you’ve served your purpose, God will welcome you and open the doors to Heaven’s gate.

The Salvador family wish to thank all of the medical and support staff in Rosie's care at the University of Alberta Hospital for making her last few days comfortable and peaceful.

“Life is full of the unexpected…enjoy life while you can as we never know what the days ahead of us hold.” - Mom

A visitation for Rosita will be held Tuesday, June 24, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM at Memories Funeral Home and Crematorium, 13403 St Albert Trail, Edmonton, AB. A prayer service will occur Wednesday, June 25, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM, also at Memories Funeral Home. A funeral service will occur Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM at St. Charles Catholic Church, 17511 112 St NW, Edmonton, AB.

There will a livestream available for the Visitation and Prayer Service at Memories Funeral Home. To join, please click on the "livestream" link in the services section below at the time of each service.