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Nicholas Marra Obituary

Nicholas Eldon Marra, a life-long resident of the South Bay, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2011 in Torrance. Born in Harbor City, CA, Nick was 33 when he died. Nick graduated from West High School in Torrance in 1998. He attended El Camino College where he received several journalism awards while working the "Union", the student newspaper. Nick graduated from Cal State Fullerton with a degree in studio art. He was a member of the King Harbor Yacht Club, a previous art museum intern and spent time volunteering at local charities. Nick was a contemporary painter of portraits and landscapes. Nick is survived by his parents, Mary and Ron Marra of Torrance, CA; sister Allison (Matthew) Williamson of Torrance, CA; aunt and uncle, Vickie and Mike Burruss of Kelseyville, California. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your local animal shelter or favorite charity. Please sign the guestbook at www.daily breeze.com/obits. Go to Rice Mortuary's website, www.LAfuneral.com to send the family messages and to share memories.

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Published by Daily Breeze on Dec. 20, 2011.

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January 6, 2012

Dear Mary and Ron,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved son. You're on my mind and in my heart.
God bless you,
Vera Little

Nancilyn & Russell Burruss

December 25, 2011

Ron, Mary, Allison, and Vickie ~ A part of our lives is gone forever, and in his quiet, peaceful nature, Nick has touched all of our lives. This is truly a tragedy, and as God gave his son, a young man is now in God's arms ~ no longer suffering in pain. Time will help you deal with your loss; however, it will never go away. Feel free to keep his spirit alive in your conversations as you share the memories of good times you had together. Nick will stay alive in all the hearts that he has touched. We share in your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do at any time, day or night. With love, hugs, and condolences.

Dan Pressler

December 24, 2011

I still don't know how or why it happened, but when it comes down to it, no answer is worthy of casting a shadow over my feelings, thoughts, and memories of Nick. We all have obstacles in our path, some more than others, but if there's one thing I know about Nick, he was a straight shooter, always aimed at the sky, and it's by each feeling, thought, and memory from the ones who loved him, that will ensure that arrow gets just a little bit higher.

Joey Pressler

December 23, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Nick was a great friend growing up and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dan Pressler

December 23, 2011

nick was my best friend for many years. i considered him apart of my family and me part of his home. bass lake will forever be ours. i'll smile everytime a bug drives by. ron, mary, allison. i am so very sorry for your loss. you were like my 2nd family, but just as special to me as my own. you will forever be in my heart and prayers

Linda Medved

December 22, 2011

Mary my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

The Ufford Family

December 22, 2011

Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. Sincerely, Your neighbors

Mike Lorden

December 21, 2011

Ron , Mary and Allison: I'm very sorry to hear this news about Nick, my heart goes out to all of you . If there's anything I can ever do ,please ask....... Mike Lorden

Wendy Atkinson

December 20, 2011

Mary, I was so sorry to hear of your son's passing. Hold tight to your memories. They will help you and your family through these worst of times.

Ivy and Peter Heck

December 20, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Mike De Luca

December 20, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sandi Hood

December 20, 2011

God bless your whole family through this low time in your life. My heart goes out to all of you. May your memories bring you comfort while keeping Nick close in your hearts. Lovingly,

Cathy Hauser

December 20, 2011

You and your family are in our hearts and prayers. God bless, Cathy & Jim Hauser

John & Patti Rockwood

December 20, 2011

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Darlene Hutton

December 20, 2011

Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. God Bless You. Sincerely, Darlene & Bob Hutton

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