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Michaele Buchanan Obituary


Michaele C. Buchanan VIRGINIA BEACH - Michaele C. Buchanan, 65, went to be with God and her parents Nov. 10, 2008. She died peacefully in her sleep at home. She is survived by her family: her three daughters, Debbie Barlow and her husband Harvey, Lisa Helms and Beth Swain; grandchildren, Melissa, Karen, Nicole, Rodney Jr., Michael and Gideon; and only great-grandchild, Bryce. In lieu of a wake, the family will be receiving guests today at her home, 5314 Leicester Court, Virginia Beach, from 6 to 8 p.m. A memorial service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Church of the Ascension, 4853 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, with Father James Park presiding. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be in Michaele's name to the National Wildlife Federation or Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.hdoliver.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 12, 2008.

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Marge Poole-Anten

November 17, 2008

Lisa & Debbie
My deepest sympathy on the recent loss of your mother.

John McGee

November 12, 2008

Lisa,
I am very sorry for the loss of your Mother. Although I never had the opportunity to meet her, knowing how wonderfully you turned out, she must have been a remarkable woman. She will continue to be just as remarkable as she lives on through you each and every day. My sincerest heart-felt love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family in this difficult time. May God Bless you and your Family. Warmly, Your Friend and Classmate,

Stephanie Ipock

November 12, 2008

Lisa and Debbie:

You both are such great people. I never had the opportunity to meet your mother, however; she raised two wonderful girls, so I know she was an amazing woman. I am deeply sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers during this difficult time.

Tina Kilby

November 12, 2008

Debbie, Lisa and family.

I am so sorry for your loss. You all took me in as one of your own many years ago and I have felt like one of your sisters for so long. Your mother was always so nice to talk with and be around. I remember sitting with her one Thanksgiving, her in the recliner and me sitting next to her, just talking for what seemed like hours. She loved you all so very much and you all were blessed to have had the time that you did with her. She was so happy at Debbie's wedding and excited to be a part of that! I am soooo happy I got so many beautiful pictures of her with all her kids and Michael!!! I am very fortunate to have had shared so many moments with her. Although it wasn't long enough, she touched my heart in a very special way. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to get to know your mother like one of my own!

With my love and support for the hard times and happy memories.

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