Obituary for Valerie Salat-Breckenridge: August 29, 1947 to January 21, 2025

Valerie Salet-Breckenridge passed away unexpectedly at her home in Yerington, Nevada on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.  She was 77.

Val was born in San Francisco, California on August 29, 1947, the daughter of Valentine and Norma (Richardson) Salet.

Val worked thirty plus years as a Computer Program Specialist at Bently in Gardnerville.  She enjoyed Bowling on the ‘Tuesday Ladies Night Out’ and she was involved with the ‘Through a Child’s Eyes Foundation’.  She enjoyed the get-togethers with her friends at the Wagon Wheel in Yerington.

Val is survived by her step-son, Tyson Breckenridge, her step-daughters, Pamela Frontino and Penne Klotz; her close friends, DJ and Kayla Marshe and their son, Chad; by her sister, Carol Salet-Tripp and brother, Tom Salet.  Also by her beloved cats, Simba and Lucy.  And  by her many other numerous friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Mike who passed in 2023.

A Celebration of Val’s Life will be held at a later date.  (Please check back the date and time will be announced).  Family and friends are invited to sign her online guest book at www.FRFH.net

Donations may be made to the Yerington Angel Tree program at P.O. Box 83  Yerington, NV 89447

Arrangements are under the direction of Freitas Rupracht Funeral Home, 25 Hwy 208 Yerington, Nevada 89947 (775) 463-2911