SALINA – Jesse S. Velasquez, 77, passed away Monday December 13, 2021. He was born to Benito and Maria Velasquez in Piedras Negras, Mexico.

Jesse joined the US Marine Corps and proudly served in Vietnam. He enjoyed working on cars especially Ford Mustangs and loved the time spent with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Dora Velasquez; sons, Scot Velasquez, Michael Velasquez, and Danny Velasquez; grandchildren, Jake Velasquez and Alyssa Lopez; and sisters, Martha and Luisa.

A memorial service will be held at 10.m. Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at Ryan Mortuary with the Salina VFW Post 1432 providing honors. Inurnment will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday December 22nd in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery, Fort Riley.

Memorials to Salina VFW Post 1432.