Quiencetta Briggs

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Quiencetta Briggs, who peacefully left us on Monday, February 17th, 2025, at the age of 69.

Born on June 8th, 1955, in Buffalo, New York, Quiencetta was the cherished daughter of Alice Garrett and Wallace Reynolds. In 1966, she moved with her mother and seven siblings to Santa Barbara, where she attended local schools and graduated from Santa Barbara High School in 1974.

In 1984, Quiencetta married the love of her life, Mark Briggs, and together they built a warm, loving home. Their union was blessed with two children, Lamarcus Briggs and Tamala Briggs (Williams).

Quiencetta dedicated many years of her life as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and later transitioned to working with the Santa Barbara School District, where she served as a playground aide and after-school coordinator. For over 15 years, she worked at what was once Lucky’s (Albertson’s) on La Mesa, bringing laughter and light to all who entered. Quiencetta’s infectious sense of humor and radiant spirit touched countless lives, and she had an extraordinary ability to brighten any room she was in.

A devout member of Greater Hope Baptist Church, Quiencetta’s faith was the cornerstone of her life. She was an integral part of her church family.

Quiencetta was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Mark Briggs; her mother, Alice Garrett; and her brothers, Edward Garrett and Gary Calhoun. She leaves behind her children, Lamarcus Briggs and Tamala Williams (Jonathan); her granddaughters, Trysten and Riley Williams; sisters Levonzell Calhoun, Rozlyn Calhoun and Alicia Starr; brothers Michael Garrett and Terry Calhoun and a large, loving extended family who will continue to cherish her memory.

Family, friends, and all whose lives were touched by Quiencetta’s kindness and warmth are invited to celebrate her remarkable life at Greater Hope Baptist Church, 430 E. Figueroa, on Friday, March 7th, 2025, at 11:00 AM.