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Michelle Lupton Obituary

Michelle Cherie Lupton, 59, died peacefully October 1, at her home in Durango, Colorado, following a year-long battle with cancer. Michelle graduated from Forest Hills Central High School and Michigan State University with a degree in accounting. She moved to Durango in the late 1970's. She is survived by her son, Cory (Dawnmarie) Lawson of Durango, her mother, Joan Lupton and siblings Patrick (Joy), Michael, and Virginia (Joe) Mancuso all of Grand Rapids, as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Michelle will be remembered for her love of the Colorado life style, her fierce independence. A private memorial is planned at the Navajo Lake Reservoir in Colorado where she spent many happy, carefree days camping with family and friends.

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Published by The Durango Herald on Oct. 27, 2014.

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Barry & Jana

November 1, 2014

Cory~
We had many wonderful times with your Mom and you. May your heavy heart find peace knowing how much happiness you gave her in her far too short life.
Our love and thoughts are with you, Dawnmarie and the Lupton family this week especially.
"Forever Young"....

Sue Alsum

October 30, 2014

Prayers and positive energy to Cory, Dawn Marie and all of Michelle's friends and family. Rest in peace~~~

October 30, 2014

Thanks Dawn, I know she loved working with you at YETI cycles.

October 29, 2014

I will miss our talks on the weekends. Love ya, sis. Your friend for life, Chris from the Springs.

Dawn James

October 29, 2014

Cory, I will always remember your mother with fondness. She was always so very proud of you and whenever I would run into her in town, and ask about you she'd get this special look in her eyes when talking about you and your latest accomplishments. She was loved by many and will be missed. My condolences to you and your family.

October 28, 2014

I will speak of you often and miss you dearly. Goodbye, old friend! Ramona Haley

Debbie Hicks

October 28, 2014

Rest peacefully. Your kind and gentle soul will be missed

October 27, 2014

Michelle I will miss your smile most of all

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