Born, November 30, 1954, in Price, Carbon County, Utah. Passed, September 6, 2020, due to COVID-19.
Michele attended Reeves Elementary, Mont Harmon Jr. High, Carbon High and College of Eastern Utah (A.A. degree) in Price, Utah. She attended Southern Utah University, graduating with a BA in social work. Michele attended graduate school at the University of Utah, graduating with an MA in social work as an LCSW.
While in school, Michele participated in many activities. These included competitive swimming for the Price Blue Whales, jr. high band, Carbon High marching band, concert band, choir, and A Capella choir. She was a soloist on the flute and piccolo in select performances. Michele earned the award and recognition of “master musician.” She was awarded music scholarships for her undergraduate degrees.
Michele made her home in Sandy, Utah and worked for the state of Utah as an LCSW. She earned awards and recognition for her work. She also worked as a counselor for inpatient drug treatment programs and taught music (performance piano, flute and piccolo).
Michele enjoyed traveling with her parents. After Chuck’s passing, she traveled with her mom and some cousins. Later, she traveled with friends to see the world. She didn’t just go do the touristy things, she delved deeper. She made friends in Cambodia, China, Ireland, Greece, Egypt, and the UK.
Michele lived her profession and many people benefitted from her care and attention.
Michele’s parents are Barbara Ellen (Bobbie) Lamph Cuburu and Charles (Chuck) Jean Cuburu; grandparents, Edward Arthur and Margaret Leona (Goosie) Wycherley Lamph, and Jean and Mary Bonomo Cuburu.
She is preceded in death by her parents and grandparents.
Michele is survived by her Aunt Terrie (Lamph) Clawson, Green River, WY; and numerous cousins across the country.
Michele’s family would like to offer special thanks to Ray and Kamille Boyack Richens for their love, care, and assistance to Michele over the past three years.
A remembrance for Michele will be held at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to Broomhead Funeral Home of Riverton, Utah.