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Antonio Gardella 1950–2026
In MemoriamPassion, enthusiasm, excitement, joy, and glee. If you know what these feel like, then you know what Antonio Gardella was
Read MorePosted: 07/28/2026
Dick Dunlap 1939–2026
In MemoriamDick Dunlap was not an open book kind of guy. He had an air of mystique and soft-spoken introspection about
Read MorePosted: 07/22/2026
Sheila Lodge 1929-2026
In MemoriamMayor Lodge composed her obituary before her death, here in her own words. Sheila Lodge, mother, housewife, gardener, cook, and
Read MorePosted: 07/08/2026
David Ortiz 1954–2026
In MemoriamIn late March 2026, Pops and I were enjoying a beautiful sunny day in the courtyard of Cottage Hospital, just
Read MorePosted: 06/29/2026
Arthur Edward Kennedy 1935-2026
In MemoriamWords like unique and eccentric do not begin to convey the essence of Arthur, a person who was simply one
Read MorePosted: 06/08/2026
Ray Winn 1934–2025
In MemoriamRay Winn has taken his leave at the tender age of 91. Yes — in the lamplit evening of his
Read MorePosted: 05/12/2026
Michelle Carol Drown 1966–2026
In MemoriamSuaimhneas síoraí dá hanam“Eternal peace to her soul” —Irish blessing It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing
Read MorePosted: 05/05/2026
Loretta Redd 1949–2026
In MemoriamSome people live extraordinary lives. Few live multiple extraordinary lives in one lifetime. Loretta Redd was one of those rare
Read MorePosted: 04/27/2026
Frank J. Frost Jr. 1929–2026
In MemoriamFrank J. Frost Jr., patriarch of the Frost family, scholar, university professor, underwater archeologist, musician, veteran, and public servant, died
Read MorePosted: 04/22/2026
In Memoriam: Magdalena Ramos Alvarado 1930–2026
In MemoriamNena passed away at home early in the morning of March 24. Born Magdalena Ramos Alvarado on August 15, 1930
Read MorePosted: 04/03/2026
Patrick O’Dowd 1946–2026
In MemoriamOne of Santa Barbara’s own, Patrick O’Dowd, died on January 16 in Aberdeen, North Carolina, and though he had not
Read MorePosted: 02/24/2026
Elizabeth A Brooks
Death Notice
1936 - 2026
Known to her friends as Betty she was born and raised in Santa Barbara. she passed away in Albuquerque, NM.
Read MorePosted: 07/13/2026
Edward B. Acquistapace
Death Notice
1938 - 2026
Gravesite services in Santa Barbara will be announced when arrangements are made.
Read MorePosted: 05/06/2026
Eldert “Dutch” Verkaik
Death Notice
1940 - 2026
Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 10am we will be celebrating his life and home going. Service will be held at
Read MorePosted: 05/05/2026
Eve Adair Berks
Death Notice
1974 - 2026
Eve passed away on April 1, 2026, at the age of 51, in Santa Barbara, California. She is survived by
Read MorePosted: 04/08/2026
Edith Marie Wells
Death Notice
1939 - 2025
A memorial service will be held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church (4575 Auhay Drive, Santa Barbara) on Saturday, May 24th
Read MorePosted: 05/08/2025
Eddie Lee White
Death Notice
1939 - 2024
Greater Hope Missionary Baptist Church January 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM 430 East Figueroa St Santa Barbara Burial: Carpinteria Cemetery
Read MorePosted: 01/13/2025
Elinor M Anschuetz
Death Notice
1944 - 2024
Included in the obituary. Celebration of Life : 10/26/2024. Location Included after RSVP.
Read MorePosted: 08/29/2024
Esther Mae Taylor
Death Notice
1930 - 2024
Celebration of life will be held Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Greater Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 430
Read MorePosted: 06/12/2024
Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Carroll
Death Notice
1945 - 2024
A memorial service will take place August 2024. Condolences can be emailed to Les Carroll at lcarroll@mediasb.com or leslie32481@gmail.com
Read MorePosted: 05/09/2024
Edith Ziliotto
Death Notice
1930 - 2023
Please join us in Celebrating Edith Ziliotto. Rosary held, Jan 4th, 7pm at McDermott-Crocket chapel and funeral Jan 5th, 11am
Read MorePosted: 01/03/2024
Edward L. Sherman
Death Notice
1935 - 2023
Service information will be provided at a later date.
Read MorePosted: 06/26/2023
Eva Alice Turner
Obituary
1929 - 2026
Place of Birth: Berlin, Germany Place of Death: Santa Barbara, CA Eva Alice Turner passed away on Monday, May 18th
Read MorePosted: 07/13/2026
Edward James Robinson
Obituary
1932 - 2026
Edward James Robinson died on June 4th, 2026, due to complications from dementia. He was born on January 7, 1932,
Read MorePosted: 07/06/2026
Everett James (Jim) Hopperstad
ObituaryEverett James (Jim) Hopperstad 82, passed away a year ago with quiet dignity in the early morning of July 3rd,
Read MorePosted: 06/26/2026
Elaine Ann Vercota
Obituary
1941 - 2026
The sixth of eight children of Stanley and Catherine Tello. She spent her entire life in Santa Barbara. Graduating from
Read MorePosted: 06/26/2026
Emmanuel Vasta
Obituary
1932 - 2026
Manny Vasta, 93, of Carpinteria, CA passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026. Manny was born on October 25,1932, and
Read MorePosted: 06/05/2026
Edward Benjamin Acquistapace
Obituary
1938 - 2026
Edward Benjamin Acquistapace passed away May 4, 2026 at the age of 87, After a long journey with Parkinson’s/Lewy Body
Read MorePosted: 06/01/2026
Elizabeth Ann Jungkeit
Obituary1933 – 2026 Elizabeth “Liz” Jungkeit (nee Sternberg) was born in Los Angeles, California, on January 11, 1933. Her younger
Read MorePosted: 06/01/2026
Elberta LaRae Richardson Pate
Obituary
1938 - 2026
Elberta LaRae Richardson Pate passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026. Elberta was born on December 11, 1938 in Firebaugh,
Read MorePosted: 05/28/2026
Erwin B. Williams
ObituaryErwin B. Williams, affectionately known as “B. Williams” and “Barclay,” passed away on May 3, 2026, at the age of
Read MorePosted: 05/11/2026
Eric Melbardis
Obituary1953-2026 On Friday, January 30, 2026, Eric P. Melbardis passed away suddenly at his home in Santa Barbara, California, leaving
Read MorePosted: 04/02/2026
Eric Melbardis
Obituary1953-2026 Affectionly given the epithet of ‘Eric The Great’ by his father-in-law Pierre L Lorrain Eric Peter Melbardis ..You lit
Read MorePosted: 03/02/2026
Edward Fitzpatrick
ObituaryA tall, gangly local has passed. In the early sixties, SMHS coaches pronounced him the world’s most uncoordinated person. He
Read MorePosted: 02/18/2026
