Michelle Louisa Burchard

Michelle Louisa Burchard, age 42, of Newark, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2014 at her home. Michelle was born May 25, 1972 in Columbus, Ohio and was adopted by Jon Alan and Karen L. (Darnley) MacNealy. Over the years she was employed with Tiffany Parlor, Sparta Restaurant, Walmart, McDonalds and Ralleys. She enjoyed crocheting, playing with her grandchildren, puzzles and interacting with friends on Facebook.In addition to her parents, she is survived by five children, Ashsleeta Bolding (Nick Travis) of Newark, DeVarous (Kayla) Allen of Newark, Iyawna Allen (Robert Outlaw) of North Carolina, Mytakeyla Allen (Michael Moss) of Newark and Carrie Rhodeman (Marshall Day) of Newark; grandchildren, Laighla Braley, Willow Anderson, Ivy Anderson and Michael Moss; brother, Gary MacNealy; best friend, Rob Garven.She was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Daybeon Keim and Dameon Saxton.A graveside inurnment service will be held at a later date at Cedar Hill Cemetery.Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home is honored to care for the Burchard family.