Fernando Salas Rodriguez

Fernando Salas Rodriguez, 43, passed away on Aug. 3, 2026, in Monett. Born on May 30, 1983, in Durango, Mexico. He graduated from Monett High School in 2001. 
He was a devoted employee at Pack Power, based out of North Dakota, where his role involved significant travel.  
He leaves behind his beloved wife, Llury Salas, and his four children: Fernando Dariel, Leo, Arley, and Esly Salas. He is also survived by his parents, Felipe and Maria Salas; his brothers, Nicolas, Antonio, Jose and Mario Salas; and his sister, Anahi Salas.
 
A Mass of Christian Burial was held in his honor at 1 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026, at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Monett, with Father Rahab Isidor officiating. Interment will follow in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Monett. The community had a chance to pay their respects during visitation from 5-7:p.m. on Thursday evening at the church, where a Rosary was held at 7 p.m. Arrangements have been entrusted to Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett.