Corinne Carrie Harper

Corinne Carrie Harper, 90, of Santa Barbara, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born on June 26, 1935, in Santa Barbara, Corinne was the beloved daughter of Sarala Cota-Curtis and John Curtis. She graduated from Santa Barbara High School in 1954. Corinne dedicated over 40 years of her life as a Cafeteria Manager at numerous schools in the community. She was known for her kindness, hard work, and dedication. In her free time Corinne enjoyed gardening, cooking, sewing, and spending time with her family and her dog Bella.

Corinne was preceded in death by her loving husband of 25 years, Leslie William Harper; her children, Leslie Jr., Sara, and Timothy; and her granddaughter, Diana Marie. She was survived by her children, Susan and Robert; her grandchildren, Robert, Sarah, Rudy, and Kassandra; her great-grandchildren, Anthony, Mikayla, and Briana Diana; and her great-great-grandson Asaiah.

May the memory of Corinne’s radiant spirit, like a sunflower, bring warmth and light to our lives. May we cherish the joy she brought and find comfort in the enduring beauty of her love.

A rosary will be held on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 3:00 PM at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Funeral mass will be held the following day on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow at the Santa Barbara Cemetery.