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MARTI BURCHELL Obituary

MARTI BURCHELL Marti Burchell, a true force of nature, passed away suddenly on Feb. 1 in Oakland, CA. Marti spent her younger years in HNL with Xerox and then Director of Armed Services YMCA. She was a longtime member of the Exchange Club and Waikiki Rotary. Marti relocated to Oakland & found her final career as Executive Director of the USS Potomac. After retiring, she continued working with various non-profits, sharing her love of life & goodwill. Rest in peace, Marti." You done good!" A celebration of life will be held onboard her beloved Potomac at 4:00 p.m. on April 6, 2025 (Marti's 80th Birthday!). Donations may be made to the USS Potomac, 540 Water St., Oakland 94607.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Star-Advertiser on Mar. 16, 2025.

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Don Bonney

March 27, 2025

Greatly enjoyed our time at the Potomac.

Kalani

March 17, 2025

Beautiful smile, rest in peace

Dennis Chew

March 16, 2025

I remember all the good times...In the Ole days...you brought many happy moments...Aloha my dear...see you later...

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