Robert Alexander White

Robert Alexander White of Santa Barbara 1962-2026

Robert known by all as “Boogie” passed away peacefully on May 19th.

He was the son of loving parents, Rod and Maryke White. He was raised alongside his older brother Mike, on Mountain Drive.

He attended Cold Springs and both Santa Barbara jr. and senior high schools.

A dedicated swimmer, Robert spent much of his youth at the Los Banos pool perfecting his strokes and competing for his Santa Barbara swim team. An avid golfer, he often partnered with friends and competed on his high school golf teams.

A fixture at the harbor, he spent most summers working alongside his father at Rod’s boat yard.

He would attend CU in Boulder and earn a bachelor’s degree in communications.

Eventually settling in the Aspen area, Robert would spend the next forty plus years pursuing his passions with family and friends. Big game hunting, bird hunting and tuna fishing were high on his list.

Robert wore many hats throughout his lifetime; a travel lift operator, abalone diver, driver, wader, securities broker, taxidermist as well as a rancher

Always a presence, Robert will be remembered for his storytelling, a man of 1000 faces… his devotion to outdoor adventure… his wild game feasts… time on the water with family and friends.

The legend of “BOOGIE” will live on.

He is survived by his brother Mike.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Rod & Maryke White

There will be a service held on July 21st from 2:00-5:00
at the Cabrillo Art Pavilion.