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Sherwin Carlquist: 1930-2021
In Memoriam“A botanist … attuned to observing diversity can’t leave it alone; it’s a lifetime habit.”
Read MorePosted: 02/01/2022
Steven Carlson: 1950-2021
In MemoriamTall, sometimes severe-looking to strangers — at UCSB, his job entailed delivering a lot of good and bad employment news, cementing his tough-guy reputation — Steve Carlson was in truth a doting parent and a steadfast friend.
Read MorePosted: 12/03/2021
Sam Cunningham: 1950-2021
In MemoriamThe qualities that set Sam Cunningham apart and made him the brightest star in the constellation of sports figures during my lifetime were his genuineness, his honesty, and his decency.
Read MorePosted: 09/16/2021
Steven Berg: 1946-2021
In MemoriamIf you lived in Santa Barbara, you likely met Steven — on his postal routes, serving meals at Transition House, or surfing the outer breaks of local beaches.
Read MorePosted: 07/08/2021
Steve Arrowood: 1959-2020
ColumnsStarting with a friend’s backyard grapes, Steve Arrowood became a notable ‘garagiste’ winemaker, but even more memorable were the hours spent talking and laughing about wine, food, the Grateful Dead, and all things Lompoc.
Read MorePosted: 05/20/2020
Sam Mott: 1988-2019
In MemoriamSam Mott, handsome and athletic, did not search out the spotlight — though his personality and acts were luminous, and sometimes larger than life.
Read MorePosted: 05/08/2020
Santiago Perez Jr.: 1983-2018
In MemoriamSantiago Perez was not only the best of brothers, he was an amazing son, uncle, father, and husband, who built friendships with everyone he crossed paths with.
Read MorePosted: 12/04/2019
Stanley Sheinbaum: 1920-2016
In MemoriamA strong backer of liberal causes, politicians, and publications, Stanley Sheinbaum blew the whistle on the CIA’s covert torture program in Vietnam and later came to Santa Barbara to join the Hutchins Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions.
Read MorePosted: 12/08/2016
Sue Higman: 1919-2016
In MemoriamFeisty and dogged, Sue Higman had learned at Pearl Chase’s knee that the good fight was a tireless one, skills she used to save the Wilcox property.
Read MorePosted: 09/01/2016
Steve Malone: 1949-2015
In MemoriamPhotographer Steve Malone spent his life capturing the essential moments in the life of our town.
Read MorePosted: 12/31/2015
Stewart Harrison Mills: 1986-2015
In MemoriamEveryone who met Stewart Mills came away with a new friend; such was his remarkably positive, easy empathy, and sense of fun.
Read MorePosted: 11/05/2015
Salvador Simon Medina
Death Notice
1938 - 2024
A memorial service will be held on Monday, Oct 14th at 11am, at Calvary Chapel Santa Barbara with a reception
Read MorePosted: 10/10/2024
Sergio Munoz Cabrera
Death Notice
1972 - 2024
Sergio Munoz was an amazing father, brother, friend & son. He had the most contagious smile and laugh. He was
Read MorePosted: 08/20/2024
Steven William Marschall Fisher
Death Notice
1984 - 2024
Marschall was born in Goleta, and died unexpectedly at home in Maine. Private memorials will be arranged by family members.
Read MorePosted: 05/28/2024
Stephen R. Vogel
Death Notice
1961 - 2022
Steve died of natural causes at his home in Santa Barbara. May he rest in peace. A private service will
Read MorePosted: 01/30/2023
Stella Evelyn Wilberger
Death Notice
1920 - 2022
A small family service was held at the Goleta Cemetery on September 22, 2022 at 11 a.m. The service was
Read MorePosted: 12/20/2022
Stella (Nancy) Gogel
Death Notice
1921 - 2022
Stella (Nancy) Gogel passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Born on July 2, 1921, she touched
Read MorePosted: 12/13/2022
Sarah Alexander Mount
Death Notice
1927 - 2021
August 21, 2021 Apostle’s Church 4485 Hollister Avenue 11:00 am
Read MorePosted: 08/10/2021
Sofia Rose Nagel
Death Notice
1991 - 2020
Please contact Minerva Nagel or Amy Boutell for details about Sofie’s memorial.
Read MorePosted: 12/18/2020
Stanely Gregory Mesa
Death Notice
1948 - 2020
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, January 19th at the Eagles Lounge located on 923 Bath Street
Read MorePosted: 01/14/2020
Sharon D Currier
Death Notice
1929 - 2019
Sharon Currier passed away peacefully on December 1, 2019. Per her wishes, no services are planned.
Read MorePosted: 01/14/2020
Sharon Kay Combs
Death Notice
1948 - 2019
Prayer service; Monday, December 23, 10:30am at Welch-Ryce-Haider Goleta Chapel. Interment to follow at Goleta Cemetery.
Read MorePosted: 12/19/2019
Salvador Aboytes
Death Notice
1957 - 2019
A Rosary will take place on Wednesday, September 18th at 7 pm at McDermott- Crockett Mortuary located at 2020 Chapala
Read MorePosted: 09/16/2019
Sebastiano Capovilla
Obituary
1940 - 2025
Sebastiano Capovilla passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025, at the age of 84, with his daughters by his side.
Read MorePosted: 03/11/2025
Stina Hans
Obituary
1948 - 2025
She said she wanted a short obituary. But anyone who knew Stina Hans would recognize that’s impossible. Gregarious, kind, generous,
Read MorePosted: 03/03/2025
Sheryl Lee Tatreau
Obituary
1947 - 2025
Sheryl Lee Tatreau (Metson) Passed away surrounded by her beloved family on January 26, 2025 in Templeton, CA. She was
Read MorePosted: 02/24/2025
Stephanie Elizabeth McPhee
Obituary
2001 - 2024
“Unable are the loved to die, for love is immortality.” — Emily Dickinson Our beloved Stephanie is forever in our
Read MorePosted: 02/13/2025
Stephen Samuel Guerra
Obituary
1971 - 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen Samuel Guerra, age 53, on January 26, 2025,
Read MorePosted: 02/07/2025
Sherman Charles Drake Jr
Obituary
1935 - 2025
Sherman Charles Drake Jr , long time Santa Barbara resident and owner of Drake’s Tree care, passed away in the
Read MorePosted: 02/04/2025
Susan Louise Frascella
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1943 - 2024
It was a sad December as we marked the passing of Susan Louise Frascella, a woman of great beauty, deep
Read MorePosted: 01/24/2025
Steve and Carla Cabanatuan
ObituarySteve and Carla Cabanatuan, Wisconsin natives who transformed themselves into proud and active Goleta residents, died recently – just six
Read MorePosted: 01/22/2025
Susan Eileen Kuehn
Obituary
1942 - 2025
Susan Eileen (Travis) Kuehn passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025 at Valle Verde Retirement Center, Santa Barbara, CA. She
Read MorePosted: 01/21/2025
Shirley Ann Hurley
Obituary
1941 - 2024
Shirley Ann Hurley passed away at her home on November 29, 2024 surrounded by her caregivers, and her husband of
Read MorePosted: 12/16/2024
Suzi Calderon Bellman
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1960 - 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Suzi Calderon Bellman on Nov. 18, 2024, at the
Read MorePosted: 12/09/2024
Sylvia Byers
Obituary
1937 - 2024
Sylvia-ann Olga (Bunter) Byers, 86, was called to her heavenly home on Friday, October 25, 2024, while peacefully resting at
Read MorePosted: 11/19/2024