Marlena Jean Burke

From her mother:
My precious girl,
You came into my life as a blessing,
a soft light I never knew I needed.
Your smile warmed rooms,
your heart changed mine,
and your love made me a better mother.
Though your time here was far too short,
your impact was endless.
I carry you with me in every breath,
every sunrise,
every quiet moment when the world goes still.
I will look for you in the gentle things-
the whisper of the wind,
the sparkle of the stars,
the warmth of a memory that refuses to fade.
Nothing can take you from my heart.
Not time,
not distance,
not even death.
You live in me forever,
my daughter,
my angel,
my always.
From her siblings:
She was a great shoulder to lean on night or day. I could always go to her if I needed someone to talk to. She loved dolphins and even though she's allergic to cats, she still loved them. When she needed to relax and do something she would do crafts. She will forever be my baby sister!
Marlena aka Laney,
She is survived by her 3 boys, Austin, Tristen, & Wyatt, Mother Kathleen Oparowski, 2 brothers Joseph & Scott, and a sister Tammy Anzalone.
She was preceded in death by her father Kenneth Laucht and Step Father Stanley Oparowski.
She is survived by her Aunt Jane, Aunt Terry, and Uncle Jody and numerous cousins.