In Memoriam
Barbara Tellefson was the founder and matriarch of the Unity Shoppe, which embodies a community of support for residents facing an unforeseen crisis with dignity, autonomy, and independent decision-making intact.
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In Memoriam
Burt Williams was a giant of a man in every way, making legendary wines for Williams Selyem and always honest in his opinions with fellow vintners.
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In Memoriam
A grieving husband travels South to the honor memory of ‘Conception’ disaster victim.
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Columns
Bill Duval could talk just as easily with a desperado as with a federal judge, said a friend.
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In Memoriam
Bob Sollen got an anonymous phone call on January 30, 1969: “The ocean is boiling around Platform A,” the caller said. “Thousands of tons of oil are headed for the beach.”
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In Memoriam
With her uncensored sense of humor and unfailing talent as a hostess, Betty Jo Stephens charmed her guests into opening their wallets for Democratic candidates.
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In Memoriam
Known for a personality that could engage nearly anyone, Bill Coleman was a farmer and an important part of the original organic food movement and the development of the current farm-to-table and slow-food trends.
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In Memoriam
A large-animal doctor, Bob Saunders treated cattle, ostriches, llamas, and alpacas during his time, but his business was horses.
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In Memoriam
She made many people’s dreams come true by helping them believe in themselves; her positive attitude was contagious.
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In Memoriam
Remembered fondly by all who worked with him, Bob Whitney helped preserve significant areas in Santa Barbara and Northern California.
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In Memoriam
Despite the loss of the use of his legs, Bill became a swimmer to reckon with and a champion of wheelchair sports.
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In Memoriam
Bill Yerkes brought solar power — and the price per watt — down to earth from its development in the space industry.
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Death Notice
1946 - 2024
A mass will be held at St. Joseph Chapel Thursday, June20 at 10a.m. A burial will be held at the
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1929 - 2023
There will be a celebration of Barbara’s life on Tuesday, January 30th with a reception at 10 a.m. followed by
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1964 - 2023
Celebration of Life for Bobby Linder will be on Saturday December 2nd at 12:00 noon at the Jellybowl. All are
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1950 - 2023
Barbara Billings was born December 29, 1950 in Kansas City, Missouri. She grew up in Kansas and lived in Santa
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1941 - 2023
A Private service will be held, A celebration of life will be TBD. A True angel, She will be missed
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1934 - 2023
Mt. Carmel 10am February 9th followed by internment at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills.
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1929 - 2022
Celebration of Life service and reception Saturday, July 9th, 2pm, at Unity of Santa Barbara, 227 E Arrellaga St. (parking
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1929 - 2021
Memorial Service at El Montecito Presbyterian Church at 11 AM on Dec 21, 2021. Location: 1455 East Valley Road Montecito,
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1974 - 2021
00 Garden Street and Cabrillo Boulevard Palm Park Parking Lot Saturday July 17th @ 10am
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1941 - 2021
No service due to Covid restrictions.
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Obituary
1938 - 2025
Bobby Roy Sharp passed away peacefully following complications of a stroke three years prior. Bob was born on July 5th,
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Obituary
1938 - 2025
On the evening of October 1st., Papa Bear passed away. He was blessed to have passed at home, surrounded by
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Obituary
1939 - 2025
Dr. Bronte Herbert Reynolds, most recently of Solvang, California, passed away on October 20, 2025, at the age of 85.
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Obituary
1930 - 2025
Beverly Eastwood lived a full and wonderful life, rich with love, laughter, and adventure. She passed away peacefully on September
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Obituary
1943 - 2025
Brian Hudson Burke passed away after a brief illness at the age of 81 on April 28, 2025 in Santa
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Obituary
1937 - 2025
Betty Mae (Albert) Williams / Brunasso passed away on August 4, 2025 in Santa Barbara Ca. at the age of
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Obituary
1940 - 2025
Dear friends, I’m writing to share the passing of my dear friend Bernard “Barry” Lotterman, who left us on March
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Obituary
1931 - 2025
Barbara A. Casso peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on September 8, 2025. Barbara was born on December 4,
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Obituary
1946-2025 Wednesday evening, 10:30 September 3, Barry’s soul departed. What a powerful, positive energy has been released into the cosmos.
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Obituary
1927 - 2025
BARBARA JEAN PENNINGTON (Boyer), 97 of South Yarmouth, MA, previously of Santa Barbara, CA and widow of Philip E. Pennington,
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Obituary
1953 - 2025
Global health advocate and humanitarian, Baillie Brown devoted her life to preventing blindness around the world. Founder of Sight Surgery
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Obituary
1935-1998 Think of the joy she left behind, Of the cheerful smile and laughter. Think of her loving words and
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