The mission of WellSpace Health is to achieve regional health through high-quality comprehensive care. The... moreThe mission of WellSpace Health is to achieve regional health through high-quality comprehensive care. The goal of Achieving echoes the insistence on community transformation, not the mere attempt. Regional Health reflects a population-level commitment to enhancing health and wellbeing for all. High Quality is embodied in a quality focus and infrastructure certified by our nation’s highest accreditation. And Comprehensive Care embraces WellSpace Health’s commitment to not just treating the ‘whole person’ through a spectrum of services, but also ensuring care coordination and addressing all ‘additional vital signs.’ less
We created a GatheringUs memorial to celebrate the life of Margie Martello Meza. Collecting your stories and memories here will bring great comfort to her family. On Saturday, November 21st from 7:00-7:30 pm we ask that wherever you are, you take a moment and say a prayer, share a memory, or have a moment of... see moreWe created a GatheringUs memorial to celebrate the life of Margie Martello Meza. Collecting your stories and memories here will bring great comfort to her family. On Saturday, November 21st from 7:00-7:30 pm we ask that wherever you are, you take a moment and say a prayer, share a memory, or have a moment of silence in honor of Margie. Troy and I will light a candle and read all of the messages during that time.
Thank you for contributing to this lasting memorial.
OBITUARY
If you knew Margie, you knew that she was dedicated and committed to her recovery and sobriety. She spent the last 35+ years helping others find their way. She leaves behind her daughter Amber and several wonderful grandchildren, including Troy whom she raised since birth. She will be missed by many. She was always willing to help those in need, some of whom are reading this. She moved through life, admittedly at her own speed. She... see more
If you knew Margie, you knew that she was dedicated and committed to her recovery and sobriety. She spent the last 35+ years helping others find their way. She leaves behind her daughter Amber and several wonderful grandchildren, including Troy whom she raised since birth. She will be missed by many. She was always willing to help those in need, some of whom are reading this. She moved through life, admittedly at her own speed. She would not be rushed. She shared with the hospice nurse and me that she "was ready" to move on to the next life. She believed that there was not death, only a "change of worlds." She loved so many of us dearly.
It is said that the value of a person is measured by the void that is left when they leave us. For many of us, the void may be insurmountable, but she would not want this. She would want us to celebrate her peaceful passing and to live as she did - full of life and love.
Her wish for us would be that we continue to reach out to the newcomers and share a story or two about "Margie."
I sat in a meeting one time....I listened to her speak. I heard someone in the back say, Wow she is compelling...She was. I too only know of her crying a handful of times. I laid in her bed while she was passing a few days back and she told me she had... moreI sat in a meeting one time....I listened to her speak. I heard someone in the back say, Wow she is compelling...She was. I too only know of her crying a handful of times. I laid in her bed while she was passing a few days back and she told me she had regrets about me I assured her that was just nonsense. She was perfection to me. She was my mom, my best friend, my rock, the voice that never led me the wrong way. She loved an underdog. She was toughest on me because she loved with her whole heart. Her humor and laughter will never be forgotten. I can’t fill the void. Nobody could ever fill those shoes. She is with me in everything I do now. We can’t spend our time looking in the rear view mirror or we won’t see what’s ahead. She doesn’t want us sad. What gift she was to so many. I just want us all to never forget how much she loved us and to what lengths she would go to protect us all. less
“A good deed never goes unpunished.”
This was one of Margie’s favorite phrases, spoken often in the office. Sometimes she tried to put on a tough face, but Margie was, ironically, the most giving and loyal person I’ve met. Don’t get me... more“A good deed never goes unpunished.”
This was one of Margie’s favorite phrases, spoken often in the office. Sometimes she tried to put on a tough face, but Margie was, ironically, the most giving and loyal person I’ve met. Don’t get me wrong, Margie could swear like a sailor and drub a person into the ground if they crossed her. Most of her colorful energy was reserved for traffic and national banks. But most of that spirited temperament was dwarfed by her compassion for people in need.
People on the outs, strangers, clients who were out on a proverbial ledge --- Margie helped them. Margie took time, with an amazing mix of empathy and straight talk. Margie just knew how to talk to people. Many of my old clients have told me how great Margie was. When she was still with us, I always passed those feelings along to her. She would say something like, “oh she needs to get a grip.” This was the paradox of Margie. She knew she was helping people but resisted tarnishing her tough exterior. She also didn’t put up with “bullshit.” In her way, she made people tell her the truth. She also had a fantastic sense of humor. I can hear her laughing right now. She was great.
Did I mention she was loyal? To a fault. I am quite certain she was very close to punching someone (who insulted me) in the face right in the middle of a party full of lawyers. She told me a story where, about 45 years ago, she did punch a teacher in the face for insulting her daughter. Of course she was arrested. Ha! That was the way she always wanted to be. Margie stood up for the people she liked. She was more than a friend --- she was my mama bear.
Margie was a truly interesting person. With artful language and imagery, Margie told incredible stories about her life adventures. I am not able to do justice to the stories, but here are some nuggets: The time her ex-husband made her strip naked in the woods at gunpoint and left her there to fend for herself (Margie had stolen his “property”). The times she would gamble all night and sneak home before anyone knew she was gone, putting clothes in the oven to warm them up. Getting air in a friend’s Jaguar on 16th street under the overpass. Telling a bank teller the most egregious insult I’ve ever heard, but without threatening her. When she was a girl, her dad twisted the head off of a mouse that scared her. Her mother threw pebbles at a police officer in protest. Each of these stories took at least 20 minutes to tell, full of emotion and fascination and detail. I wish I had recorded them all.
In the 20 years I knew her, I only saw Margie cry twice. Once when she heard a real story about a person who was selfless and kind. The other when she was worried about Troy. I feel that it is safe to say that Margie loved Troy more than anyone else, ever in her life. She was fiercely protective of Troy. She dedicated her life to Troy, his up-bringing, his well-being, his education, and his support. She was his champion.
Margie was a unique and funny woman, who would probably characterize herself as a “realist.” Even her views on mortality were practical. “You’ve gotta die sometime. No reason to get all uppity about it.” I miss her already. less
Hugs for My Friend Margie
To say that Margie was a force to be reckoned with is an understatement. She faced and embarrassed life with a will that I can only wish I had. Her friendship and love were one of the many things that made Margie – MARGIE. ... moreHugs for My Friend Margie
To say that Margie was a force to be reckoned with is an understatement. She faced and embarrassed life with a will that I can only wish I had. Her friendship and love were one of the many things that made Margie – MARGIE. So willing to help when trouble arise and someone was in need. Her motto: I know someone!
She didn’t have a lot of patience for whining or folks who continue to make excuses as to why they couldn’t get things done when the resources were made available.
Without Margie’s assistance (persistence) I would not be where I am today. I’m so glad I listened to her. She guided me to do what was right for me and my family. I will be forever grateful.
I will miss this remarkable woman and shed tears even though she’d say not too.
I love you Margie and send hugs to the casino in the sky.
Thank you for sharing your life with me. less
My prayers to the family.
I meet Margie at our annual Christmas ornament exchange one year. I loved her she made a great impression on me. She said what was on her mind. She was very funny. One time she helped me fill out papers to help my sin get joint... moreMy prayers to the family.
I meet Margie at our annual Christmas ornament exchange one year. I loved her she made a great impression on me. She said what was on her mind. She was very funny. One time she helped me fill out papers to help my sin get joint custody of his girls. I enjoyed the time when we were all together. She was an awesome person. Rest In Peace Margie you will be missed. less
My thoughts and prayers go out to Margie's family Marge Ihad a huge impact on my recovery and I will always be grateful to her for that . she was always there when I needed her, as she was for many. Her laughter and story telling talents will never be... moreMy thoughts and prayers go out to Margie's family Marge Ihad a huge impact on my recovery and I will always be grateful to her for that . she was always there when I needed her, as she was for many. Her laughter and story telling talents will never be forgotten, she would keep us amused at every event. Margin is loved by many and will be missed by all of us. I will remember her and keep her in my heart forever. Troy she loved you with all her heart and her bragging rights about you were always welcome. Dance with the angels margie love Leslie less
Christine Martinez is rememberring Aunt Margie was loving kind and compassionate. I live in another state and I will never forget we lost our dog in sacramento she took the time to check the sacramento pond to see if she was there, I did ask her to check she just did. But most important she was so compassionate when we lost our younger brother ..Love you Aunt Margie Prayers and blessing to you uncle Lucky and family ...Lori :