Deborah Michael

Deborah L. Michael (Leach) nee Hayden, age 68, passed away, Thursday, February 16, 2017. She was born February 23, 1948, the daughter of Elmer and Esther (Withers) Hayden. Debbie was a 1966 graduate of Norwood High School and retired in 2003 from the IRS. Survivors include her husband, Clarence “CB” Michael; children, Michele Leach, Jennifer (Keith) West, Cheryl (Jim ) Tolliver and Scott Michael; 5 grandchildren; sisters, Pamela Hughes and Vicki (Bill) Montgomery, nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and Patrick Leach. Debbie thoroughly enjoyed visiting Seaside Seabird Sanctuary, 18328 Gulf Blvd., Indian Shores, FL 33785. In lieu of flowers, the family requests, memorials to the Sanctuary or to the Carol Michael Williams Arts Scholarship, c/o Badin High School, 571 New London Road, Hamilton, OH 45013. Visitation will be at the Colligan Funeral Home on Thursday, February 23, 2017 from 11:00 AM -1:00 PM. Graveside services to follow at St. Stephen Cemetery.