Lauren Elena Saldana

In Loving Memory of Lauren Elena Saldana January 9, 2025, at the age of 38 

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lauren Elena Saldana on January 9, 2025, at the age of 38. 

Lauren was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend. She was a free-spirited soul whose warmth, humor, and beauty will never be forgotten. Lauren took great pride in her children. She loved them tremendously and did everything in her power to create a better life for them. A gifted singer with a remarkable voice, Lauren shared her love of music throughout her life, often competing in singing competitions in her youth. Her infectious sense of humor and her ability to bring joy to those around her will be cherished by all who knew her. 

Lauren is preceded in death by her beloved grandparents, Arlene and Lawrence, and her biological father, Sherman. She is survived by her children; Madison, Gabriel, Giovanni, and Alexander, her loving mother Laura and her husband Dean; her sister Kayla and her husband Sam, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who will miss her dearly. 

“Your light may fade, but love remains. In every heart, your spirit gains. We’ll live each day, we’ll carry on, for through our lives, you live on.” 

A memorial gathering will take place on Sunday, January 19, 2025, from 1pm to 4pm at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050. A memorial Mass of Christian burial will be held 11:00am on Monday, January 20 at St. Mary Of the Pines Church, 100 Bishop Lane, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.