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Michelle Kay Hayden, age 54 of Fairborn, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025 at her home. Michelle was born in Dayton on April 5, 1970 to Joe & Jane (Allen) Smart; attended Wesleyan Evangelistic Church, Dayton; loved to do crafts; enjoyed going on motorcycle rides with her husband, Kevin; she never complained and was always positive; but most of all Michelle’s smile would light up a room when she walked in. Preceded in death by her father, Joe Smart; step-daughter, Danielle Hayden; and nephew, Shawn Hayden. Michelle is survived by her mother, Jane Smart; her husband of 12 years, Kevin Hayden; step-daughter, Abbey Hayden; sister, Tonya Smart; brother and sister-in-law, Joe & Janelle Smart; father-in-law, Jerry Hayden and his wife, Sandy; brother-in-law, Bryan Hayden; sister-in-law, Debbie Pitman; one of her best friends, Grace Ann Yeakley; her beloved dogs, Sadie and Harley; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Service 7:00 PM Thursday at Newcomer Funeral Home, Beavercreek Chapel, 3380 Dayton, Xenia Road, Beavercreek, OH 45432 with Pastor John Manley officiating. Visitation will be 4:00 PM Thursday until time of service at the funeral home. Condolences may be left for the family at www.stockerfraley.com.
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