James F. Gutmann

On January 12th, 2025, James F. Gutman, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away suddenly but peacefully at Cottage Hospital. James was born in Long Island, New York, on February 22nd, 1937. He was a devoted, loving, and compassionate husband: a mentoring and caring father and an unquestioning and loyal friend. James is survived by his wife of 65 years, Barbara, his daughter Carolyn (John Doughtery), his son Bennett (Joanna), and three grandchildren: Kylee, Mila, and Luc.

Our father took the road less traveled, and for us and the ones he loved…… That made all the difference.

His life will be celebrated gloriously, loved infinitely, and missed endlessly.

A funeral service will be held at St. Raphael Church in Goleta on March 8th at 10 am PT.