Marian I. Puariea 

Peacefully passed April 16, 2009. Born in Montana. Raised and schooled in Seattle. 
Predeceased by parents Bjarne/Gladys Bergesen; husband Homer Puariea. Survived 
by Cheri/Steve Nolen; Patti/Mike Peluso; Juli/John Miller; Tanya Parieaux; 
Dick/Shelley Puariea; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother Bergy/Jan 
Bergesen; sister Gloria/Tony Gamba and many extended family and friends. Family 
members wish to thank the caring staff of Franciscan Hospice and Heartwood Care 
Facility. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Marian's name to Franciscan 
Hospice and Palliative Medicine. A memorial service will be held Monday, May 4, 2009 
at the Pagoda in Point Defiance Park Tacoma at 11 AM.

Published in the News Tribune (Tacoma) on 4/28/2009