Gwen Marie Salazar

Gwen Marie Salazar passed away suddenly but peacefully on Friday, July 23, 2010.
Gwen was born in Tawas City on Oct. 22, 1957, to James H. and Mary Margaret (Bergevin) Gowen­lock and was one of the smiling faces at Huron Community Bank of Oscoda for 11 years, where she was adored by all. Gwen's passions included nature, collecting beach glass, visiting lighthouses, traveling "Up North" and she celebrated the Red, White and Blue every day.
Devoted to her family, Gwen is survived by her loving husband, Frank, and the pride and joy of her life, son, James Charles O'Briant. Gwen is also survived by her adoring mother; her sisters, Laura Howington, Bess (Eric) Strayer, Margo (Kevin) Beliveau and Kay (Morgan) Shevett; her husband's children, Greg Salazar and Dana (Brent) Langham; her three aunts, Claire Nixon, Betty Bergevin and Kay McLellan; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews; her childhood best friend, Terri Welch; and her grateful, sassy, loyal companion, Sophie, all who loved and cherished her endlessly. Gwen was met in Heaven by her dear friend, Lori Mulka; her doting father; and her infant twin brothers. In our hearts, Gwen is sipping demitasse at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island and listening to Peter Frampton. We love you dearly Gwen. You are in our hearts forever.
A funeral service was held on Tuesday, July 27, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Oscoda. The family received friends on Monday, July 26, at the Buresh Chapel in Oscoda. In lieu of flowers, make donations to the Iosco County Humane Society. Condolences may be offered at www.bureshfuneralhomes.com.