In Loving Memory of Daysi Montoya-Salazar
The Sun Valley community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Daysi Montoya-Salazar, a 75-year-old Reno resident whose life was tragically cut short after a pedestrian crash late last month. With her passing, family, friends, and neighbors are grieving not only the suddenness of her departure, but also the loss of a beloved woman whose kindness, warmth, and gentle presence made the world around her a better place.
Authorities report that Daysi was walking eastbound in a crosswalk at East 5th Avenue and Sun Valley Boulevard when the driver of a Dodge Ram, attempting to make a left turn, failed to yield and struck her. Emergency crews rushed to her aid and transported her to a nearby hospital, but despite every effort, Daysi later passed away from her injuries. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated fully with law enforcement, as confirmed by NHP.
While the details of the incident tell the story of a devastating accident, they cannot capture the essence of the woman whose life was lost. Daysi Montoya-Salazar was far more than the circumstances of her passing. She was a cherished member of her family and community—a woman known for her compassion, her resilience, and the love she carried into every space she entered. Whether she was sharing time with loved ones, enjoying the simple beauty of a Nevada day, or helping those around her, Daysi lived with a spirit that uplifted others.
Those lucky enough to know her speak of her kindness, her wisdom, and her patience. She was someone who listened deeply, cared sincerely, and loved without hesitation. Daysi’s presence was the kind that left people feeling understood and valued, and her absence leaves a profound void that words can scarcely describe.
As her family navigates this unimaginable loss, the community stands with them—holding them in prayer, offering comfort, and honoring the memory of a woman whose life brought light into so many others. Though she has left this world, the love she gave, the lessons she shared, and the memories she created will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
May Daysi Montoya-Salazar rest in gentle peace, and may her loved ones find strength, solace, and healing in the legacy she leaves behind.
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