Juan Salazar

Longoria

In Loving Memory of

Juan Salazar Longoria

March 3, 1949 - September 12, 2026

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Though he is no longer with us, his memory will live on through the family he loved so dearly.

Juan Salazar Longoria of Harlingen, TX gained his angel wings on September 12, 2026. He was 77 years old. Juan was born in Harlingen on March 3, 1949, to Rosalio Jr. and Jila Salazar Longoria.

Juan dedicated his life to his family, career, and country, proudly serving in the United States Air Force from 1968 to 1972, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. During his military service, he was stationed in Alaska, California, Massachusetts, and Washington, D.C., serving as a Heat Specialist. His years in the Air Force were an important chapter in a life marked by dedication, strength, responsibility, and service.
Following his military service, Juan S. Longoria earned his Accounting degree from Pan American University then worked for nearly 40 years at Su Clinica Familiar in Harlingen, TX. Beyond his career, Juan was a loving father who took great pride in his children and grandchildren. He cherished time spent with his family and created memories that will remain with them forever. His love, guidance, humor, and presence touched the lives of those fortunate enough to know him.

He is survived by his wife, Maria Longoria; daughters, Cynthia (Gabriel) Juarez, Patricia (Esteban) Marroquin, Veronica (Erick) Orozco; beloved grandchildren, Victoria Juarez (Shawn Baldwin), Nicole Juarez, Nathan Juarez, Christian Crayton, Alexis Pedraza, Ethan Pedraza, Celeste Orozco, Joaquin Orozco, June Orozco; and his sister, Alicia Longoria, as well as many extended family members and friends who will remember him fondly. Though he is no longer with us, his memory will live on through the family he loved so dearly and the many lives he touched throughout his lifetime.
Juan is preceded in death by his parents, Rosalio Jr. and Jila Longoria, brother Jose Longoria; sisters Refugia Barrera, Maria Garcia, and Julia Garcia; and granddaughter Jennifer Elaine Juarez.

Visitation will be held on Friday, September 18, 2026, from 3:00 to 8:00pm, with Charismatic Praise and Worship to begin at 6:00pm, and Holy Rosary at 7:00pm at Trinity Funeral Chapel in Harlingen, TX.

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Your service, love, and legacy will never be forgotten.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, September 19, at 10:00am at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Harlingen, TX. Interment to follow at Restlawn Memorial Park in La Feria, TX, with military honors under the auspices of the American Legion Post 205 of Harlingen, TX.

Serving as pallbearers will be Christian Crayton, Nathan Juarez, Ethan Pedraza, Gabriel Juarez, Esteban Marroquin, and Erick Orozco.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Harlingen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and to Gentiva Hospice for their exceptional kindness and compassionate care.
Rest peacefully, SSgt Longoria. Your service, love, and legacy will never be forgotten.

With profound love and remembrance, the family of Juan Salazar Longoria has entrusted his funeral arrangements to Lenny Elizondo, Funeral Director/Owner of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home, 1002 East Harrison Ave., Harlingen, Texas 78550.

For more information, please contact Trinity Funeral Homes at 956-364-2444 or visit www.trinityfunerals.com