09/16/1931 - 03/01/2020 Norma Antoinette Marich passed away peacefully at home on March 1, 2020 in San Pedro. She was born September 16, 1931 in Chicago, Illinois. Norma was a graduate of San Pedro High School and the valedictorian of her class. She was also the valedictorian of her class at Harbor Junior College, where she received her Associates Degree in Accounting. After graduating from Harbor Junior College, Norma went to work for StarKist as an accountant, where she enjoyed a long career before retiring in 1991. Norma was preceded in death by her beloved parents Vincent and Anna Marich; her brother Vincent Marich, Jr.; her sister Antoinette Marich; her Aunt Olga Marinkovich; her Aunt Francis Miller; her Uncle Boris Roje; and her cousins Marion Nichols, Frank Roje, and Dasa Marich of Split, Croatia. Norma was the most beloved sister of Winifred (Joseph) Blatchford; and adored aunt of Andrea, Nicholas (Taryn), Antonia, and Anwar (Nanea) McQueen. Survivors also include her great-nieces Elliette Ann Blatchford and Zoe Kaulana McQueen; first cousins Vincent Marinkovich, Ronald (Leah) Marinkovich, Antoinette (Michael) Lung, Adrienne Zmija of Phoenix, AZ, and Vanja Fabrio of Split, Croatia; and many beloved younger cousins and godchildren. A funeral service will be held at 9am on Monday, March 9, 2020 in the Green Hills Chapel, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Mary Star of the Sea High School - Building Fund, 2500 North Taper Avenue, San Pedro, CA 90732.

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Published by Daily Breeze on Mar. 5, 2020.

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Vicki Pepper

February 28, 2024

A beautiful lady of such quiet dignity. I miss her and the rest of her family. Rest In Peace dear Kuma Norma

Vicki Pepper

February 27, 2023

So greatly missed. I think of her often. A woman of great integrity, intelligence and class. Love to her family and sister Winnie

Vicki Pepper

February 28, 2021

Such a smart, classy, lady of great integrity. I think of hr so often, I miss her so much. We were lucky to count her friend and God Mother to our family. All my love and kisses to you Kume Norma. Hope you are dancing with Angels, my Mom and Dad and Vince and Kuma Tony!

Pat & Paul Francis

March 10, 2020

My thoughts are with Winnie. I don't know how much more her heart can take. First, her beloved parents, then Vince (taken way too early), then Toni (who fought an unrelenting disease), and now Norma (a successful career, a loving caretaker and a wonderfully kind and giving person). What a great role model for her nieces and nephew, whom she adored. I wish that I could have attended Norma's services, but I didn't want to expose my bad cold to the attendees. Our heartfelt sympathy to the family.
Pat and Paul Francis

March 9, 2020

Normita:

My dear friend. I have such wonderful memories since we met in Peru, about 60 years ago and I will never forget all the help I got from you and your family when I came this country. You were a truly friend and I will always miss you. Rest in peace and I know you are in heaven now. Please say hello to everybody there, from A to Z (she knows what I mean).
My love and prayers to Winnifred and family.

Sara Tatti
Huntington Beach

Pete and

March 9, 2020

Norma was a woman whose grace, intelligence and beauty will always be remembered. Her comfort, guidance and love will be missed. We hope her memories comfort her family and friends and inspire us to live our lives to the fullest.

Mary (Bucci)

March 9, 2020

A long time family friend, Norma was truly a woman before her time. She was always kind with a tremendous heart. She will he missed. My thoughts and prayers to all her family and friends during this difficult time.

Bonnie Cohn

March 8, 2020

The quintessential big sister, Norma was a model of intelligence, kindness and wit (a trait that runs strong in the Marich clan). Respected, admired and loved by many of us who were fortunate to know her.

Vicki Vilicich-Pepper

March 8, 2020

Kuma Norma was the epitome of grace, elegance, and kindness. I learned so much from her, especially these later years. Faced with daunting health challenges both personally and with family members, she demonstrated amazing strength and courage. She is forever a part of my DNA and I will miss her deeply.
My deepest sympathies to her sister Winnie and extended family.
Dear Kuma Norma may you fly with the angels now.

Eve Eris

March 7, 2020

Dear Winifred and Family, I was deeply saddened to learn of your beloved sister Normas' passing. You have all remained in my heart and thoughts throughout the years. I send you my condolences, prayers and love.
Eve Sorich Eris

Marian (Bucci) Bassett

March 6, 2020

Sweet Norma - A longtime wonderful family friend. My deepest sympathy to the entire family.

Karen Tipich-Bleiman ( Funcich)

March 6, 2020

My Beloved Kuma an Mentor,I have many wonderful memories from childhood thru Adult of shared Family and Friend get togethers that helped mold us. I still Cherish the Sonets of Shakespeare I recieved for my 16th Birthday and Precious Keepsakes from S.America.You will always be remembered with high regard. Soar High KUMA.

Joyce Hintz

March 6, 2020

Norma Was the kindness sweetness person I have ever know. We had so many good laughs car pooling to Harbor College. She will live in my heart forever. God Bless you Norma and rest in peace.

Janet and Carl Brockman

March 5, 2020

Norma was a kind, sweet natured, loving person. San Pedro won't be the same without her. I have many fond memories of Norma and the Marich family. Looking at her beautiful smile in this photo reminds me of how I remember her, when I was a child.

I know she is at peace now, being with her parents, brother and sister.
Wishing her sister, Winifred and family will keep their wonderful, happy memories of Norma in their hearts often.

Love you Norma, your will be missed.

Cousins,
Janet (Peterson) Brockman and Carl Brockman

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