Marla Richmond Obituary

I met Marla during our first year of high school. We quickly became friends, and I followed her around like a puppy dog. She was so much fun and so kind. Her sleep-overs were epic!

Marla was so very beautiful, inside and out, and was also a great singer. I was in awe of her, and so proud that we were friends. I would have envied her, but she was too nice and unassuming, so it was not possible to be jealous.

I have not been active with the North Shore since high school, but in the last few years, I have been curious about my close high school friends. I have been trying to find Marla and reconnect. Now it is too late to say hello-or farewell. So very, very sad and hard to process. Jill Glaser

I miss you so much.

Marla Marla... Remember you were my roommate in the Arizona dorm at U of A... You slept in the bottom bunk, and I slept on the top bunk. Remember the fun we had? You were adorable! You were so cute! So sorry I missed out on your great energy after college. I was checking in with you on Facebook and discovered this obit. My condolences to your family and friends... I will always remember how cute, funny, hot looking, talented, warm, artistic and creative you were...
Your college whims and fun are still alive in my memories... Love Holly Manion

Dear Michael, Matthew and Melanie,

We were so sorry to learn about Marla. She was a truly unique person with a great heart. Matthew, Danielle stills remembers her first date with you. She sends her love. I just spoke to Marla a few weeks ago. She was so proud of all of you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,

The Chalfies

Dear Michael, Matthew and Melanie,

There are never any good words to heal the sadness that you are feeling now. But remember that Marla was a wonderful person and always had love in her heart.

You didn't know me, but I knew Marla. She was my best buddy in Edgewood and we had a lot of fun together...getting in trouble! Marla and I had been trying for a year to get together but one thing or another got in the way. She would always tell me how devoted she was to to all of you.

I am so sorry I just heard about Marla's death. I wish I had known she was sick, because I would have liked to have helped in any way possible.

My thoughts are with you and I will say my goodbyes in private. All the best.
Leslie Winter Haymes

What a wonderful gift she was to her family and the world. So, so sorry to hear of her loss in the battle and your loss. All we can do now is try to be happy for the wonderful happiness she must be experiencing and try to remember that we will be there, ourselves, in what will seem like only and minutes' difference. I know she watches out over all of you. Sorry couldn't be there in person, but will be praying and doing shiva, thinking of you.

The entire family is in my thoughts and prayers. Marla was one of my dearest friends and colleagues and I will miss her so much. We have all been blessed to have known and loved her.
Cary
Richmond, VA

Dear Michael, Matthew and Melanie,
There are no words that I can say that will help you through this most sad and painful time. Mar and I go back a long way. She was one of the first people I met when I moved to H.P. after 8th grade.... and we shared wonderful times during our high school years and I have the best memories of them all. Then reconnecting with her in the neighborhood after all those years was such a treat! Raising our young kids together, hanging out on our block, Sat. nights with the husbands,celebrating good times together and Marla always trying to get me "in shape"! The best memories anyone can have. Although it's been awhile since we've spent time together, Marla made a lasting impression on my life and added to it through her warmth and and sweet and loving nature. She was the best kind of friend to have and I'm honored to have known her for most of my life. She will be missed tremendously by all those whom her life ever touched.
With Love,
Beth (Litow) and Ira Fenton

Dear Michael, Melanie, and Matthew...

Melanie, you just met me a few short weeks ago when Ilene Resnick Garber and my self had lunch with you and your Mom. I want to share with you three how Marla lives on in me.

I met Marla through Ilene when we were freshmen at the University of Arizona in 1971. I hit if off with Marla immediately like I did Ilene. Those two were high school best buddies.

Marla met and accepted people unconditionally immediately. She looked past the worts, the pain, the issues, the facades and saw soul. I have a portrait of my self she drew to prove it.

Our first semester at U of A was rough. Marla lost her brother. It was the early seventies coming out of the late 60's and many of us were searching for ourselves.

Marla was a friend in my life who held a mirror to my being. We shared some pain and some amazing laughs. Marla was kind to all. She knew suffering and was willing to share others'. It is no surprise that she became a healer.

I lost track of Marla and we all grew apart and led our separate lives. But meeting you, Melanie, and one of Marla's grateful clients that day with Ilene, I know that Marla grew in her graciousness and inner beauty. Her outer beauty paled to her shine within.

I am sorry for your loss. I know her community is grieving her as well. Please know people from her past like me feel a loss as well. If you knew and loved Marla, you can never forget her.

I wish you all peace. PJ

Dear Michael and Family,
She is a beatiful lady, a consumate professional and a very caring individual. She touched many lives and will be missed by all.

Our thoughts are with you,

Craig White
I.H.P., LLC

"Dear Michael and Family, Marla was a friend of mine since high school. I am so very sorry for your loss. She was as beautiful inside as she was outside and I know you will carry her light and love with you forever." Lennie Rose (Steiger)

Dear Michael, Matthew and Melanie,
We are so saddened to learn of the passing of your dear Marla. She was a wonderful friend,mother and neighbor. She motivated us all to strive to be the best and healthest we could be. May all these memories inspire all of us to continue what she lived and taught.

With Love, Bonnie Katz, Allan Siegal, Lauren and Jordan Gibrick & Rachel & Melissa Siegal

Mr Richmond,
I cannot say I know how you feel because the friendship, the bond, the relationship and feelings that you shared with Marla are unique and special between the two of you.
I am so sorry for your loss.....
As your friend I have prayed for both of you often and have thought of both of you many times. I want you to know that I will continue to do that.

With Love,

Dear Michael, Melanie and Matthew and all of your family,
Arnie and I are so saddened to hear of Marla's passing. We loved her wonderful loving spirit and will miss her very much. We hope your memories and the knowledge of her courageous fight and love for all of you will keep you strong in these very difficult and sad days.

Mike and Family

We are so sad to hear of Marla's Battle and passing.

Our thoughts and strength are with you. We go back a long time together and Marla will be missed.

Keep strong and remember she is always with you.

Ron and Sandy Zisman

Dear Michael and Family.
This is Dina (Morgan) Wilensky. I am so sorry to hear of Marla's passing. You always spoke so highly of your wife and family. May memmories of her comfort you always.