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Stephanie Salazar Obituary

On December 28, 2014 we lost our beloved Stephanie. She is survived by her mother Marjorie, her sisters Denise and Chris, and her brother Max.She is also survived her hundreds of friends across the world and as well as numerous others whose lives are forever changed because of simply knowing her. Stephanie was a vibrant, compassionate, loving, caring, giving, funny and lovable woman whom at 53 we have lost way too soon. She had the capacity of turning a stranger into a friend within minutes of meeting her and she made her friends into family. Her sense of adventure and humor will be missed by many for years to come. She was a bright shining star and for that star to be gone, she has left many broken hearts behind. She will be forever remembered in our hearts and prayers. May she rest in peace. Celebrations of life will be held for her across the country.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel from Jan. 24 to Jan. 25, 2015.

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Christopher Castro

January 18, 2021

Still hearing your laughter, feeling your love.

Steph, Mom, Max, Denise, nieces, great niece

Christine Penner

August 24, 2015

Denise, Mom & Steph

Christine Penner

August 24, 2015

Eileen, Chris, Denise & Steph, Dad's Memorial, CA

Christine Penner

August 24, 2015

April, Chris, Steph, Max, & Mom, Dad's Memorial, CA

Christine Penner

August 24, 2015

Steph with nieces & nephew, Portland, OR

Christine Penner

August 24, 2015

Steph Manhattan Beach, CA

Christine Penner

August 24, 2015

Beautiful Steph in Florida

Christine Penner

August 24, 2015

A day at the beach...pure joy!

Christine Penner

August 24, 2015

Sis, it is done. You & Dad are now together forever. I am so blessed to have had last summer with you. I love your smiles and our trips to the beach. They are forever memories that I cherish. I miss you very much. Very much. I love you~Sis

Sis what a fun summer we had together!

Christine Penner

August 24, 2015

Marjorie Leinaala Salazar

April 28, 2015

Stephanie: I love you and miss you more than you will ever know. It has been 4 months today and I want to share the words of my last birthday card for all to know my true sentiments.

"Daughter, you amaze me. Although I've known you since before you were born, somehow you still continue to amaze me. I've watched you go through change after change. And I've seen you navigate through some pretty tough times with your heart as a compass and your strong spirit to carry you through. Simply put, I couldn't be prouder of you. You've grown from an adorable girl into a most remarkable woman - a woman I admire, love, and respect more every day. When I held you as a baby, I knew that you were special. When I see you as a woman, I realize just how special. More so than I ever could have imagined. Happy Birthday" with all my love, Mom, Marge Salazar

I will see you soon in heaven.

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Dagmar Nelson

February 10, 2015

I miss you so much. I feel blessed to have had over 40 years of friendship from such a vibrant, caring and amazing woman. Thank you, for so much laughter and so many memories, of which none will fade. Aloha my friend, until we meet again.

Lisa Lappin

February 5, 2015

I love you Stephanie. I loved your friendship in this life. You were my best pal. I love your spirit. God be with you always.

Ann Card

February 3, 2015

Stephanie Saladbar. I have known and loved you for 46 years and feel so lucky to have had such a warm, nurturing, funny, positive, crazy and beautiful friend to always lean on. It is so hard letting you go, but I know that I am a better person for having you in my life. I am so happy to see that you have touched so many people and were appreciated and loved all over the globe. Aloha my sweet, sweet friend.

Gary Speasl

February 3, 2015

You my friend, were simply the best ever. Your spirit lives on in your friends and family. You taught us SO much.

Chris Castro

January 30, 2015

We laughed. We danced. We held each other up. My friend. My sister. My self. I love you, Steph.
Hey Aaaaaaprrill!!??

jb

January 28, 2015

Stephie~
There are no words.

Serena Parson

January 28, 2015

Stephanie was a light unto the world and mine especially for 20 plus years. Oh the adventures we experienced. I feel that a major part of my life is gone. I have never seen any one touch lives the way Stephanie did. She made sure she knew and was friends with as well as taking care of everyone in the room. When she smiled she lit up the world and my world has now gone dark. Thank you my dearest truest friend for loving me and allowing me to be part of your world. It will never be the same and I will never be the same without you. You are my heavenly force now.....

Beldon (Moose) Kawai

January 27, 2015

I LOVE YOU SO MUCH STEPH!!! You have been one of the best friends I've ever had in my life. There is no other like you on earth. EVERYBODY you ever met always LOVED you...not just liked, or a casual friend, but LOVED you! I have never know that quality in anyone IN MY LIFE!!! I will see you again one day my friend. Say hi to your dad for me and mine too, haha. I LOVE YOU FOREVER!!! Moose

Eric Wright

January 27, 2015

Count me in on the list of hundreds whose life was positively changed and mind opened up by having had Steph in my life. What a privilege it was and was a tragedy this is.

Tina Christie

January 25, 2015

I'll love you forever Steph

Jennifer Macagnone

January 25, 2015

Aloha Stephanie has been a best friend to me for the last 30 years! We spent our 20's living it up on the beaches and nightclubs on Oahu, Hawaii. When we were roommates we were shopping at the swap meet and found a pair of crazy hand painted pair of jeans. They only had one size 7 so we bought them together and shared them. Those pants travelled to Maryland, Oregon, California, Florida and back to Hawaii. We always got excited when they arrived in the mail. I'm also proud to say after 30 years we both could still fit in a size 7!! She was known for her colorful style, beautiful smile, a flower in her hair and that huge laugh. I miss her terribly and send her so much love everyday. Til we meet again. Love Jen

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