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Norma Masterson Obituary

NORMA CAROLYN MASTERSON, R.N. Born May 17, 1948, in Ballard, Washington of the late Elmer and Hazel Duckett Barene. On June 13, 2009 Norma passed away peacefully at home in the loving care of her husband, Michael Denis Masterson M.D., children Erin Michelle McGhee, Michael Paul Masterson J.D., Katie Barene Masterson and devoted son-in-law Scott Wyatt McGhee. A graduate of the University of Oregon's School of Nursing, Norma moved to Southern California in 1972 and ultimately became the Supervising Staff Nurse of the Oncology Unit at LAC-USC Medical Center. After moving to Thousand Oaks, California in 1978, Norma shifted her focus to the outpatient care of the oncologic patient. Norma was instrumental in developing standards in oncologic nursing care and many of the prot ocols she developed remain in use to this day. Norma is also survived by her brother Fred Barene and sisters Margery Cassou and Eleanor Nist, all of Washington State, as well as many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Norma's Life will be held at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks in Westlake Village on Friday, June 19, 2009, 2:00 p.m. In lieu of donations, Norma and the family request we help another human being today. PIERCE BROS. VALLEY OAKS Directors (818) 889-0902 Visit www.dailynews. com to express condolences and sign this guest book

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Published by Los Angeles Daily News from Jun. 17 to Jun. 18, 2009.

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Lisha Simmonds

April 13, 2025

I still think of her all the time. One of the MOST loyal friends I ever had. Her children? Lovely.

janice feuer

June 7, 2010

Dear Mike,


I worked with both you and Norma many years ago at LAC-USCMC and I can not believe so many years have passed. I am truly sorry for the loss of your wife and mother of your children.

I hope you are doing o.k. now.

Jan Feuer

rachel morris

November 7, 2009

I had the pleasure of meeting norma at a local craft fair, he booth was next to mine and we bonded over the two day show. I was so excited every year that the show came because i would get to sit and chat with norma about old times in Idaho. today was the first day of the show this year and i was brokenhearted to find that she had passed. I will miss her hold he close to my heart and remember what a sweet and loving woman she was. I am very thankful for the short time that i got with my sweet friend Norma!!
Peace and Love
Rachel

July 4, 2009

Dear Dr. Masterson,
Though I left the oncology unit at LRRMC 15 years ago, my mother is still living in Camarillo and she saw the notice in the paper about Norma. I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family in are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you are doing okay.
My condolences to you and best regards,
Joanne (Malmo) Shiffman, RN

Carolyn Chowanec

June 22, 2009

Dear Dr. Masterson and family

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your wife and mother.

You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

faith Giardina

June 22, 2009

I am a friend of Norma's sister Margy Cassou. I am so sorry for the loss of your wife, and her sister.
Know that you have been in my thoughts all week, and I feel your pain.
With prayers,
Faith Erickson Giardina, Mesa Arizona

Marsi Rubin

June 22, 2009

Dear Dr. M,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. Since I met you 10 years ago I have enjoyed hearing your family stories and have always had the impression that she was a wonderful wife and mother.

My family and I are sending you our deepest sympathy and support during this difficult time. You are all in our hearts and prayers.

June 22, 2009

Dearest Dr. Masterson and family, My Mom' family, Ann G. Rose, wish to send our hearts out to you for the lose of your wife and your childrens' mother. We will always be grateful for the special care given to Ann and Dottie Soltis thru the past 30+ years. You and your family have our prayers and love through these hard days ahead.

Gerry Flanagan

June 22, 2009

Dear Dr. Masterson and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife and mother. My deepest sympathies to you in this time of sorrow.

Eugene & Elsie Duckett

June 21, 2009

Thinking of you all in your your loss of a Wife, Mother and Sister. We will treasure the memories we have of spending time in your home. With Deepest Sympathy.

Diane Dunford

June 21, 2009

Mike,
I am so sorry. I always think of Norma as she was when you two met, vibrant & fiesty. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. Please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss.

Reta Jordan

June 21, 2009

Sorry to hear of Norma's Passing. I have very pleasant memories of her when we were growing up and when she would come up in the summer and stay at our Farm at Lacombe, Alberta. Our thoughts are with you but am SO GLAD that she left you all with beautiful memories to help you in this time of sorrow. We spent a couple of days with you during one of our vacations and we will always remember your hospitality.
Thinking of you all, Jim & Reta Jordan

Gary Hummer

June 21, 2009

Dr. Masterson and Family,

My deepest sympathies to you in this saddened time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

June 20, 2009

Dear Mike,
Although I never met Norma, she must have been someone special to share her life with someone as special as you.
Chuck and Roslyn Riskin

June 20, 2009

Dearst,ERIN, kristie,AND i were so shocked when we heard the news about your mom, she was a special lady.we all had such special and fun times at st. patricks and after.our thoughts are with you and you family in this time of sorrow. kristie and ardith white

June 20, 2009

Dear Dr. Masterson,

I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear wife. I know that the lifetime of memories you created together will be a comfort to you all. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.

Sandra Holmgren

Laura

June 20, 2009

I am so sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. It's comforting to know that God cares for all of us. Losing a loved one is something we cannot get use to. The Bible, at John 5:28-29, gives us hope that one day we can see our dear loved one again. On behalf of all mankind Jesus surrendered his soul for many. John 15:13 says “No one has love greater than this, that someone should surrender his soul on behalf of his friends.” Truly I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dear loved one and I hope these few words will bring you comfort and hope.

Mary Hansen

June 19, 2009

Dear Dr. Masterson, Erin, Michael and Katie, It's been many years since St. Patrick's, but I remember very clearly Norma's smile and her warm, friendly outlook on all things. Please know my thoughts are with you. I am so very sorry for your loss.

June 19, 2009

Norma was a devoted wife and mother, and a woman who knew what she wanted out of life. Her strength and strong opinions kept us on our toes as kids, and kept up laughing as adults. We miss her terribly already.

Much love,

Heather and Alex Welsh

Gregory Lockwood

June 19, 2009

Dr. Mike, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I did not know Norma, but if she was anything like you, she must have been filled with kindness and compassion.

June 19, 2009

Gary and I were so sorry to hear about Norma. We had no idea your family was dealing with such a difficult and heartbreaking situation. I've known Norma since Erin and Jeff were in preschool together. In fact, I think the reason you built your beautiful home on our street was because Norma came up to visit me and fell in love with the area. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. You have our deepest condolences.

~Mary and Gary Arnold

June 19, 2009

Dr. Masterson & family,

We are all saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dr. Khalil's office staff

Elizabeth Hintz

June 19, 2009

June 19, 2009

Death leaves a memory no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Hintz

June 19, 2009

The Brannan family, Cherie, Colby, Beau, and Austin are praying for you and your family. Dave Brannan was treated for pancreatic cancer by Dr. M, and Colby was treated (and cured) of testicular cancer. Norma was so kind
and loving, we will miss her.

June 18, 2009

Michael, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Michael and Patti Nygren

Deena and Pete Chavez

June 18, 2009

We are thinking of you in your loss and send heartfelt condolences. Norma was a dear childhood friend who was never forgotten. Our paths hadn't crossed in 28 years, but she was often thought about, and always with fond memories.

Barbara & Ford Kimmel

June 18, 2009

We were saddened upon hearing of your family's loss. Your family and office staff will be in our thoughts and prayers for peace and strength throughout this sad time.

Sincerely,

Deva Andrews

June 18, 2009

We are very sorry about Norma's passing. She was very kind and encouraging to Melissa during her illness. You are in our prayers.
Deva and Steve Andrws

June 18, 2009

We were so sorry to hear about Norma's passing. Our only contact with her was for Erin and Scott's wedding, but we got to see what a lovely mother of the bride she was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. With love, The Pragers - Adrienne & Richard, San Diego, CA

June 18, 2009

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
Most sincerely,
Gary and Bonnie Neuer

June 17, 2009

I DIDN'T KNOW NORMA VERY WELL BUT THE MANNER IN WHICH SHE TREATED MY DAUGHTER TOLD ME SO MUCH ABOUT HER. WHEN I WAS VERY WORRIED SHE SHOWED UP! SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED!
ELAINE HALBIRT

Jamie Lee Kelly

June 17, 2009

Norma was my dearest friend. For the past 18 years we laughed, cried, sometimes yelled but always shared our lives with one another. I will miss her everyday. She was truly an amazing woman.

June 17, 2009

Norma was my dearest friend. For the past 18 years we laughed, cried, sometimes yelled but always shared our lives with one another. I will miss her everyday. She was truly an amazing woman.

Laura Armeni

June 16, 2009

Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

I am so so sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathies.

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