Maria R. Saldana

Maria R. Saldana, age 72, of Edgewood, Maryland passed away on June 22, 2022 at Perry Point VA Medical Center in Perry Point, Maryland. Born in Cuba, she was the daughter of the late Juan and Clemenci (Crespo) Medina and wife of Hector Saldana for 51 years. She was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving her country during the Vietnam war. Maria became a Nuclear Med Tech working for Church Home and Hospital.  She later worked for Department of Defense for the U.S. Army while earning her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees. She was a member of Edgewood American Legion #17, Joppatowne Garden Club and Prince of Peace Catholic Church. Maria was a wonderful artist and enjoyed painting.     

In addition to her husband, Maria is survived by her; daughter, Melanie Maria Mishra; grandchildren, David Mishra, Adam Mishra; niece, Julie Chiesa; nephew, Noel Carrero.

She was preceded in death by brother, Victor Oliva, sister, Josefa Oliva,

Contributions may be made to in lieu of flowers to Meals on Wheels, P.O. Box 791568, Baltimore, MD 21279