Jesus ‘Chuy’ Reyes Herrera: 1962-2022
In MemoriamRemembering a Santa Barbara icon known for his wheelie tricks.
Read MorePosted: 04/07/2022
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James Fredrick Melnik: 1942-2021
In MemoriamJim — to his many friends, fans, and clients — was a character to be sure.
Read MorePosted: 11/04/2021
Jim Clendenen: 1953-2021
In MemoriamIn 1989, with the help of the Miller family, Jim, Adam Tolmach, and I built a winery at the Bien Nacido Vineyard in the Santa Maria Valley. Jim and I have continued to make our wines in the same winery ever since.
Read MorePosted: 06/17/2021
Judy Sutcliffe: 1941-2021
In MemoriamShortly after Judy’s Santa Barbara visit in winter 1978, she sold everything she had in Iowa and returned in her old red VW Beetle. She set out to make new friends, among them Ozzie Da Ros, who suggested Judy as a custom tilemaker to a client. Judy had found a new career.
Read MorePosted: 03/24/2021
Judith Brown
In MemoriamOn a visit to Esalen with her husband, George, Judith Brown so impressed Dr. Fritz Perls that he invited her to study Gestalt therapy with him. The kind of person to develop life-long friendships after meeting someone on a plane or in a grocery store, Judith brought her patients to self-awareness and self-love.
Read MorePosted: 03/10/2021
John M. Daniel: 1941-2020
In MemoriamJohn Daniel, one half of Daniel & Daniel Publishers, was a warmhearted, brilliant, witty, and generous man who had a profound impact on Santa Barbara’s literary community.
Read MorePosted: 02/17/2021
John Buttny: 1938-2020
In MemoriamJohn Buttny cut his political teeth on Vietnam protests in Boulder, Colorado, and after he settled down in Isla Vista, he rarely said “no” when asked to work on issues ranging from environmental protection to homelessness, from the Gaviota Coast to the bucolic Santa Ynez Valley.
Read MorePosted: 02/01/2021
Judith Meisel: 1929-2020
In MemoriamHolocaust survivor Judy Meisel would say, if she could emerge from her experience without hate in her heart, then anyone can learn to live without hate.
Read MorePosted: 01/20/2021
Julie Ann Felix: 1938-2020
ColumnsA Santa Barbara native who was a leading figure in the folk music boom of the 1960s, Julie Felix was more than just a singer and songwriter.
Read MorePosted: 04/16/2020
John Ridland: 1933-2020
ColumnsOne virtue of friendship is this: If your friend is an eminent poet like John Ridland, it doesn’t get in the way.
Read MorePosted: 03/11/2020
Jim Sutherland: 1935-2019
ColumnsA former mayor of Appleton, Wisconsin, Jim Sutherland moved with his family to the Santa Barbara area in 1983 to work in Westmont College’s admissions department, drawn to the “eternal dimension” of the school’s spiritual mission.
Read MorePosted: 02/13/2020
James Sly: 1952–2019
In MemoriamJames Sly, a memorable chef at El Encanto, Lucky’s, and Sly’s in Carpinteria, was also known for computers and cars, as well as his ability to hold friends close.
Read MorePosted: 10/16/2019
Joseph Tyrone Holt
Death Notice
1956 - 2025
Services at New Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 912 E Cota St., Santa Barbara, CA 93103.
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2025
Jesus “Jesse” Limas
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1946 - 2025
Celebration of Life held on October 12, 2025 at 3pm at 435 North G Street in Lompoc. Please share stories
Read MorePosted: 09/26/2025
John Altamirano
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1929 - 2025
John Altamirano passed away peacefully at his home on August 16th. He loved life and his family. Donations can be
Read MorePosted: 09/05/2025
Julia Rocha Balli
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1958 - 2025
Julia Rocha Balli was layed to rest on January 31st 2025.At Calvary CemeterySanta Barbra, Ca. She is survived by her
Read MorePosted: 02/07/2025
James R Sylvester Jr
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1957 - 2025
A beachside memorial service will be held in Santa Barbara at a future date https://www.knaufffuneralhomes.com/obituary/james-sylvester-jr
Read MorePosted: 01/31/2025
John Eugene Bortolazzo
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1966 - 2024
You were such a lovable guy with so much talent. We love you and miss you John. Memorial Service to
Read MorePosted: 06/05/2024
James Oliver George
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1942 - 2024
Farewell Party Saturday, May 18 1pm-4pm at his home. See photo or email hillarygeorge@gmail.com for details.
Read MorePosted: 04/29/2024
Jacob Isaac Ortega
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1997 - 2023
On 3/20/24 Mass at Our Lady of Mt Carmel 1300 E. Valley Rd Montecito. At 10am SB Cemetary for burial
Read MorePosted: 03/19/2024
Joan Anderle June
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1933 - 2024
A Mass funeral was held on January 24, 2024 at St. Therese Church. Joan passed peacefully in her sleep at
Read MorePosted: 03/04/2024
Joyce A Agur
Death Notice
1939 - 2023
There will be no service. A private family honoring and distribution of ashes was Joyce’s request.
Read MorePosted: 01/08/2024
Jose Luis Vargas Garcia
Obituary
1951 - 2025
Family Memorial December 13th
Read MorePosted: 12/02/2025
Joseph J. Mueller
Obituary
1932 - 2025
Joseph “Coach” Mueller passed away at his home on November 2, 2025. Born May 11, 1932 in San Bernardino, California,
Read MorePosted: 11/25/2025
Jay S. Stein
Obituary
1937 - 2025
Jay S. Stein was born June 17, 1937, to Samuel and Sylvia “Sunny” (Goldstein) Stein in New York, NY and
Read MorePosted: 11/17/2025
Jose Luis Vargas Saldana
Obituary
1956 - 2025
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing away of our brother, Jose “Luis” Vargas Saldana, on Friday, October 24,
Read MorePosted: 11/05/2025
Jaclyn Henretig
Obituary
1945 - 2025
Jaclyn Henretig died peacefully at home on Friday, October 17th after a long, patient struggle with brain tumors. Her wife
Read MorePosted: 11/03/2025
John M. Rapacz
ObituaryJohn M. Rapacz, 82, of Santa Barbara, California passed away on August 31, 2025. Born in St. Johnsville, New York,
Read MorePosted: 10/27/2025
Jeanette France
Obituary
1942 - 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, friend, and wife. After
Read MorePosted: 10/27/2025
James Ventura Dominguez
Obituary
1967 - 2025
James Ventura Dominguez, 58, of Santa Barbara, California, passed away on July 15, 2025. Born on April 2, 1967, in
Read MorePosted: 10/15/2025
Julie Anne Koga
Obituary
1969 - 2025
Julie Koga, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was born on November 25,
Read MorePosted: 10/15/2025
John Anthony Ziliotto
Obituary
1934 - 2025
John Anthony Ziliotto, born on July 17th 1934, passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 30th 2025 in his hometown of
Read MorePosted: 10/13/2025
