Louella Ann Vasquez

Louella Ann (Lou Ann) Vasquez passed away peacefully after a short but intense battle with Alzheimer’s at the age of 84 on April 7, 2025, joining the love of her life and husband of 58 years, Henry (Rick) Vasquez, in heaven. Lou Ann was born and raised in Santa Barbara and moved with her husband to Goleta in 1963 to raise their family and spend their life together.

Born in Santa Barbara, Lou Ann was the youngest daughter of Patricia and Arthur Carr and sister to Darlene Berg, all preceding her in death. She is survived by her children: daughter Sharilyn Vasquez (Stella), step-granddaughter Lea, son Gregory Vasquez (Fran), grandsons Jacob and Justin Vasquez (Cynthia), step-grandson Arthur Villa, great-grandchildren Lily Rose and Gregory David Vasquez. Lou Ann was quiet and shy, living a life of devotion and love for her husband and children. She was a loving mother and an adoring wife, which brought deep meaning to her life and left a lasting impression on those closest to her. Lou Ann was an excellent homemaker, a remarkable cook and baker.

Holidays were a time when friends and family looked forward to the many delicious meals and treats that she loved sharing with others. When friends and family called or visited, it brought her joy; the simple things in life meant so much to her.

All who knew and loved her will deeply miss Lou Ann’s presence. May her memory bring comfort and peace to those she held dear. Mom, I know you and Dad are resting in peace, forever in love.