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Jennifer Salem Obituary
May 22, 1984 ~ November 17, 2023 (age 39)
The world has lost one of its brightest stars and heaven has gained her. Jennifer Lynn Salem, age 39, passed away in a diabetic coma, after a courageous battle with Type 1 Diabetes. Jennifer truly made everyone feel like her best friend and if you knew her, you'd be able to hear her hundreds of feet away- her passionate expression was one of her signature traits, always greeting others with love, hugs, and "kissys".
Her heart and care for others was always her biggest priority, often putting those in need above herself. Fashion and style were some of her biggest passions, graduating from Kent State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Business, with study abroad experiences in Italy and NYC. At one point she worked for the wedding dress designer- Vera Wang, and eventually, she would switch gears becoming a certified personal trainer and yoga instructor. Helping people not only physically, but mentally, spiritually, and emotionally was her joie de vivre. Usually, a 30-minute session would end hours after, from all the talking she would have with her many clients, who turned into great friends.
Jennifer peacefully joined her brother, Anthony J Salem; and her mom, Eva "the Diva" in a joyful reunion.
She is survived by her father, Anthony M. Salem (Kelly); her siblings, Phillip (Jonathan), Wayra (son Zeke), and Tony (Kallie); her nephew, Anthony "LA" Marble-Salem (Alyssa); along with dozens of aunts, uncles, cousins, and countless friends. Her love of life, outgoing personality, and charisma, will not come to an end, as her loved ones will strive to honor her legacy by living their lives to the fullest and shining bright, ok "boo boo."
The family will be holding a private ceremony at the end of December in honor of Jennifer. Her friends are welcome to contact her family for more details.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you pay it forward this season and make a charitable donation to "Beyond Type 1," a global non-profit that helps people with the chronic illness of diabetes to stay alive and thrive: www.beyondtype1.org.
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Bethany L Reul
December 3, 2023
This one hit me hard. It´s with much sadness I share our beloved "Jen" passed away Friday November 17th due to complications from Type 1 Diabetes.
Jen and I first met when she interviewed with me for my Yogi position. We instantly clicked, talking about how fitness found us, and how it was what we truly were meant to do in life .
Jen was a force . She could be teaching a yoga class one minute, a strength class the next, and completely switching gears to train 1x1 clients. Because of her passion, versatility, and work ethic it was a no-brainer she is who I needed in my assistant manager role.
Although Jen worked for me, our friendship went far beyond the paycheck. There was a true sisterhood of looking out for one another and for-seeing what each other needed to shine at work and in life.
Compassion is definitely the word that comes to mind when I think of Jen. If you were in the room with her, she made sure you felt included and loved. It´s truly unfair that this beautiful soul had to be taken so early from us .
But what she did accomplish in her very short 39 years will live on in the hearts she touched doing what she loved .
Bethany Reul
November 30, 2023
I´m so sorry to hear about our beloved Jen´s passing. She worked for me as a Yogi and Assistant Manager. She was pure light, love, and compassion when it came to teaching classes or working 1x1 with clients. I wish her family love during this most difficult time.
The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes
November 27, 2023
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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