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Darla Burchfield Obituary


Darla Burchfield of Flushing, age 73, died Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at Select Specialty Hospital-Flint. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, March 8, 2013 at Rossell Funeral Home. Cremation will follow funeral services. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday and 10 a.m. until the time of the service Friday at the funeral home. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the McLaren Cancer institute. Darla was born in Flint, Michigan on November 24, 1939, the daughter of Ernest and Ida (Boismier) Wilson. She married Norris Burchfield on June 20,1959. He preceded her in death on October 5, 2000, after 41 years of marriage. Along with her husband, Darla cared for over 44 foster babies and continued to share her love with numerous foster children and day care children. She also worked in the U.S.Postal Service, retiring in 1998 after 15 years. Darla loved crocheting and making gifts for people. She also enjoyed spending her time traveling and reading. She was a generous and caring mother and grandmother who loved being with her family. Darla is survived by her children, Jim and wife Iryna Burchfield of Flushing, Kristi and husband Gregory Wilson of Flushing; grandchildren, Alex, Max,Jacob; loving brother and sister-in-law, Gary and Sue Wilson; nephew, Tim Wilson; niece, Cindy Hanson; dear friend, Kathy Fargo; and her beloved cat, Sassy.



Published by Flint Journal on Mar. 7, 2013.
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Granny I miss you so much, I think of you everyday. I remember our talks in your last days trying to prepare me for the day when you will pass. You DID live that Walt Disney life as you say.and you were a fighter to ur last day. I am thankful that you were my Granny, and even though my kids only known you for a short time they still talk about you with love..it helps sometimes when i want to call you to tell you I love you. I miss you terribly, you took me as I am, and you never stopped loving me..like I will never stop loving you. Now you can rest with gpa Norris and watch over us all from up above..i love you so very very much!! We love you very much!! Till we meet again!!

LeeAnn BURCHFIELD

December 9, 2013

sleep tight, we will all see you again.

lance troop

March 8, 2013

Thanks for looking after me in my young age. You gave me some great memories...you were a great Foster mother to me... I still remember the yellow house if flushing playing with toys.... you will be missed!!!!

Michael Crosson

March 8, 2013

My mom and Darla were like Sisters! They grew up together and were each others maid of honor at their weddings. I cannot remember a time when Darla wasn't there and it is going to be hard to not see her again! I miss the Sundays when she would come with the Avon and I had made a fancy dessert that she enjoyed!! I hope she has found peace and comfort!! Darla, you will be missed by mom and the whole family!!

Crystal Reddy

March 8, 2013

So very sad to hear of Darla's passing. My son Garret was fortunate to have Darla and Norris as fosterparents to both him and his birthmom Stephanie when he was just a toddler. They were bright spots in his young life. She will be missed.

Linda Lewis

March 7, 2013

She will be so missed, hugs to the whole family

Linda Wilson

March 7, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. Darla touched the lives of so many children in such a positive way. My children are better people for having had her in their lives. We are better people for having known her.

Bob and Paulette Maloney

March 7, 2013

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

March 7, 2013

I am so sad that one of my favorite clients was taken from us too soon and unexpectedly.I always looked forward to see you, do your hair and have our talks. You are an amazing person and I feel blessed to have known such a sweet, strong,and beautiful woman. You have a huge, warm heart and inspired me and many many others. I will miss you dearly. My condolences and prayers to Kristi and the family. Love, Charr Stanyer (Rae Lynn Salon)

March 7, 2013

Teresa Rupp

March 7, 2013

DARLA ~ I LOVE YOU... so many wonderful memories.

March 7, 2013

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