Uncle Tony will always be remembered for the quiet way he moved through the world, with dignity, kindness, and a gentle strength that made you feel at ease in his presence. He was always well dressed and carefully put together, but what I will remember most was the warmth of his heart and the steadiness of his spirit. He had a rare gift of seeing the good in people, even when life made that hard to do.

I hold so many memories of him that they feel like soft light in my heart. Even after I moved away, he never let distance change our bond. He reached out, he checked on me, and he made sure he saw me every time I came home to visit my mom. There was never a visit where he did not make the effort, and that kindness is something I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

He will live on in my heart, in my memories, and in the quiet moments when I think of him. He will always be loved, and he will always be deeply missed.

A grateful niece, 
Myra Caraballo

My heart aches as I say goodbye to my beloved brother, Tony. I will miss him more than words could ever express. He was always there for me whenever I needed him. He had a special way of making me feel remembered and loved. I can still hear his voice saying, “Hey sis,” on my birthdays, Mother’s Day, and every holiday that mattered. I would always answer, “Hey bro,” and those simple words meant everything to me.

I will forever treasure the memories we shared. I will miss sitting across from him at our breakfasts and dinners, laughing, talking, and feeling so loved in those simple moments. I will always be thankful for the love he showed my children. He never forgot them. He made time for them, celebrated them, and made them feel truly special. That meant more to me than words can say.

I have so many fond memories of Tony, especially the dancing. He would twirl me like I was weightless, and I cannot imagine ever having a better dance partner than my brother. He was always the best dressed man in the room, with not a hair out of place, but even more beautiful was the light and joy he carried.

I love you, bro. My heart feels broken without you, but I hold tightly to the belief that we will see each other again. And when that day comes, we will dance together once more in eternity.

Always,
Minerva

You are one of a kind. I could not have asked for a better grandfather for my children. I will forever be grateful for your presence and thoughtfulness. I appreciate everything you did and admire the man that you are. I hope you know how much you're loved. I love you and miss you

I miss you so much daddy. I will cherish all the memories we have together forever. you are my superman my everything till we see each other again you’ll be in my heart and on my mind every day. I love you to the moon and back

I’m in awe of how many fond memories I have of Uncle Tony. I remember even after my parents divorced he always came out to check on me and my brother and see if we needed anything and how he would pop in with a big smile and arms full of Christmas gifts around Christmas time. He had such a kind heart!

As an adult I remember running into him at church, Publix, or a Quinceañera and how he always greeted me with the biggest smile and hugs making me feel like a celebrity! I would always tell him “Look at you Uncle Tony always looking sharp and smelling like the best cologne!” and he would laugh and we would catch up.

He had a way of making me feel seen, unforgetten and loved. And I am so thankful for those memories he left me. 

To his children, I am so sorry that you are going through this heartbreaking loss. You had an amazing soul as a Dad that leaves a beautiful legacy with you. And I want you to know that I am SO PROUD to call him my Uncle Tony and I pray that he is resting peacefully with our Lord. He will forever be unforgettable to me 💙
 
With Love,
Sandy Salazar

I have fond memories of my cousin Tony, when he would visit us in Brownsville, Texas.  He always treated my brothers and I really well.  My primo was one of a kind, always looking sharp, and he was one cool cat! Rest in peace primo.
Con mucho carino 
Prima Chayo.

Grandfather,
I love you so much. I would always try to check up on you. You'd say you're fine and call me "sweetheart". I remember there was a time when I was sick, you sent over medicine and kept checking up on me. It's crazy to think I won't ever be able to call/text you again and I won't be able to give you another hug. I was your first grandchild and you were my first grandfather.  I hope as you watch over me as I complete my doctorate in the upcoming years, you feel proud of me. I hope you're at peace now and I'll miss you 🤍

Love you lots grandfather,
Auriela

I will never forget the times when I used to come over on the weekends and cut the grass and watch movies with my uncle and my cousin Lil Tony. It was always a great time he would pick me up in that old Lincoln and I remember it like yesterday we used to ride around town and the little blue four wheeler at least to shoot BB gun And hang out around the town. I wish we got to hang out more recently, but life is life and it drags us in different directions. I hope that he watches over me and keep it safe.

Daddy, you were the absolute best father in the entire world. Please watch over all of us. We will keep your memory alive by honoring you and doing what you would want us to. You are flying high my angel and hopefully at peace.  Love forever and always- Gloriamarie

OBITUARY

Antonio Salazar Sr.

January 5, 1954 – October 27, 2025

Hodges Funeral Home at Lee Memorial Park

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