Hector Salinas, a man of enduring strength and a vibrant spirit, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 30, 2026, at McLaren Bay Region in San Marcos, Texas, at the age of 87. Born on August 22, 1938, to his beloved late parents, Jose Sr. and Maria Salinas, Hector’s life was a beautiful journey rooted in dedication and the pursuit of simple joys. For over twenty years, he served the State of Texas with a steadfast heart, a testament to his unwavering nature.

Hector embraced life with a unique melody, whether he was on the baseball diamond, at the bowling alley, or sharing the depths of his heart through the beauty of song. His capacity for love was perhaps most touching in the bond he shared with his grandson, Carlos Salinas; having adopted Carlos at just six months old, Hector always held him close and referred to him as his very own son. Remembered for being strong, funny, and wonderfully stubborn, Hector’s legacy of love and laughter lives on through his children and his great-great-grandchildren, who will forever carry his memory in the quiet corners of their hearts.