Our beloved Troy tragically passed away on May 31st, 2021, at the age of 18. Troy was born on March 8th, 2003, in Phoenix, AZ. He was a proud member of the Hualapai Tribe and an important fixture in a large loving family. From the day he was born, Troy made an immediate impact on everyone he met. With his incredible smile, welcoming heart, and memorable faces, Troy always made your day a bit brighter. Everyone he encountered was the better for having known him. Troy was just starting to become an independent young adult when he was called home to be with our Heavenly Father. Everyone was sure he was destined to achieve many great things. Though he was only with us for a short period of time, his footprint in our lives path will last forever!
Troy is survived by his parents Lilly Smith Salinas and Ernie (Simon) Salinas, sisters Analicia Robles, Cheyenne Robles, Brittanya Smith, brothers Damian Smith, Ernie Salinas Jr. and Angel Salinas, his grandparents Johnny and Freida Smith, Gilbert and Patsy Marquez and Ernesto and Gila Salinas. He is also survived by many loving aunts and uncles, several adoring cousins and many caring friends.