Sharon Burchard

1950 - 2016

Sharon Burchard obituary, 1950-2016, Merced, CA

Sharon Burchard

1950 - 2016

BORN

1950

DIED

2016

Sharon Burchard Obituary

Published by Merced Sun Star on Apr. 15, 2016.
Sharon Irene, Burchard
December 2 , 1950 - April 8, 2016
Sharon Irene Burchard, 65, of Merced, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2016.  She was born to the late Theodore Gerard Burchard and Lillian Irene Burchard on December 2, 1950.  She attended Arvin Elementary and Arvin High School in Arvin, CA and was a graduate of the Class of 1969.  Later as an adult, she attended Merced Junior College.  Through the years, she had been active in Girl Scouting and volunteering at the schools, both for her children and later her grandchildren.  She also loved the San Francisco Giants and loved watching the games and cheering on her team.
Family and friends were her passion and delight.  She loved cooking and family gatherings and cherished the times when everyone could be together, celebrating at holidays and get-togethers.
Sharon was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Desirae Crittenden earlier this year. and also a cousin, who was like a brother, Michael Wayne Sheri, of Merced.  She is survived by her children, Stephanie Burchard Marlatt, and Ryan Burchard, and daughter-in-law, Monica Saucedo, all of Merced, 6 grandchildren: Joshua Marlatt, Lauren and Garrett Anderson, Victoria, Julia and Brandon Burchard, all of Merced.  She also leaves behind a brother "Mickey" Boucher, and his wife Darlene, both of Mission Viejo, as well as their 3 adult children Tanis, Denise, and Michael and their children, a cousin, who was like a sister, Brenda Noblia, of Bakersfield, CA, and many nieces, nephews, and their children.  Additionally, she leaves behind a longtime partner, James David Wright of Merced, and numerous friends that she considered family.
Services will be held Friday, April 15, 2016 at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church at 12:00 PM, with reception to immediately follow.  Arrangements are entrusted to Whitton Family Funeral Service of Merced.
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Roland Boucher

April 16, 2016

Stephanie and family. My sincere condolences to your family with the loss of your mother. Sharon and I have never met even though we were 1st cousins. Her dad and mine were brothers. Our family is so large, that at 66 years of age I am still finding relatives all over this country and as we age, I feel each sadness with each loss, especially the loss of those I have yet to meet.

Nofiu Akano

April 15, 2016

Goodnight Sharon. Though, I never meet you but one of your awesome friend Lee Ann is jolly good fellow. Be with God till we all meet in paradise. Amen. RIP

April 15, 2016

Stephanie, Dino and I were so sorry to hear of your moms passing. We have so many great memories of your family and time we spent with all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Joanne and Dino.

Lee Ann Saska

April 14, 2016

Sharon always offered a shoulder to cry on, a couch to laugh from, a kitchen chair to enjoy a home cooked meal, words of encouragement, and a heart filled with loving compassion. She loved completely and with a heavy heart I bid you safe journey other mother.

Brenda Noblia

April 14, 2016

Stephanie, Ryan and Monica I'm very sorry for your loss. She was blessed with 7 beautiful grandchildren who kept her life full. Dave Wright "Poppy" thank you for being by her side all those years. Sharon you will be missed by us all.

With deepest sympathy, John and Brenda Noblia

Julie Willson

April 14, 2016

Sharon was a long time friend and will be truly missed. We had so many memorable times as our children were growing up, she was the ultimate mom and supportive friend. I miss you and thank you for great memories!

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