Graduation Year | Class of 1988 |
Date of Passing | May 31, 2017 |
About | Armando Salcido was raised in Pomona, Ca. He attended San Fernando High School before relocating back to Pomona. He played football for the Garey Vikings his freshman year. Armando graduated from Garey High School in 1988 and joined the United States Marine Corps that same year. Armando was known as, "Sid Vicious," to his Marine Corp brothers. Armando was a combat veteran of the Golf War. He received 100% disability from the Marine Corps for his service. He returned with PTSD as well as blood issues. In 2017 Armando passed away due to complications from diabetes. He was laid to rest at Riverside National Cemetery. |