Maribel Lesch Jarchow

Maribel Lesch Jarchow, a devoted Wife, Mother, Nana, Aunt, Sister and Friend, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024 in Santa Barbara, CA. Born on March 16, 1936, in Chicago IL, to Mary and John Lesch, Maribel was the first of 2 children.

Maribel was preceded in death by her Parents and Paul Martin Jarchow, her beloved husband of 50 years.

Maribel attended an all-girls school in Chicago where she met Paul. Maribel and Paul were married in the great 1967 snowstorm of Chicago on January 31, 1967. They moved to Montecito where they spent their lives, raising 3 children, Paul John, Martin Rauen and Mary Colleen.

Maribel’s life was defined by her devotion to the Catholic Church. She worked at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church for 40 + years serving the church and several Pastors. Maribel was a board member of Catholic Charities and Lobero Theatre and spent many hours as a volunteer supporting the community and Mental Health. She was also a member of the Knights of Holy Sepulcher.

Maribel is survived by her three children: Paul Jarchow, Martin Jarchow and Mary Gutierrez. Her six grandchildren: Makoa and Malia Gutierrez, Max and Mason Jarchow, Peter and Shelby Jarchow and her brother John Lesch.

Maribel will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her memory and legacy at the church will remain a source of comfort and inspiration to her family and friends. In lieu of flowers please donate to Catholic Charities or Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church.