Gwendolyn Barry Shimek, 49, of Austin, Texas, passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2014.
Gwen was a devoted wife, mother, daughter and friend, with a remarkably kind soul and an endless capacity to love. Her family and friends will miss Gwen's constant laughter, quick wit and powerful hugs.
She is survived by her husband, Mark Shimek; her son, Sam Shimek, of Washington, D.C.; and her parents, Salley Leeper, of Freeport, Texas, and Tom Barry, of Livingston, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made on Gwen's behalf to the Houston Zoo.