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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
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Sally Blevins
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1938 - 2019
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 1:30pm at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1500 State Street,
Read MorePosted: 09/11/2019
Shirley Russell
Death Notice
1939 - 2019
Family graveside service. Friends are invited to join the family at La Cumbre Country Club on Friday, June 7 at
Read MorePosted: 05/30/2019
Stephen Wellman Dunn
Obituary
1943 - 2023
Stephen Wellman Dunn was born on 01/13/1943 to parents Bessie Wellman and Joseph Dunn and was raised in Detroit, Mi.
Read MorePosted: 09/12/2023
Susannah Claire Kelly
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1987 - 2023
Susannah Claire Kelly (36) passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2023 in Portland, Oregon, due to a sudden and severe
Read MorePosted: 09/12/2023
Stephne (Stevie) Van Voorhies Gaty Sheatsley
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1933 - 2023
Stevie Sheatsley passed away peacefully at 89 on April 5, 2023, under the full pink moon. Her spirit is carried
Read MorePosted: 08/31/2023
Sue Anne Watkins
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1941 - 2023
With a heavy heart, I announce the passing of my mom, Sue Watkins, 81, at the Serenity House in Santa
Read MorePosted: 08/02/2023
Shirley Wood Force
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1935 - 2018
It has been 5 years- The ultimate performer, dancer, singer, and musician, went to be with the Lord peacefully, with
Read MorePosted: 07/25/2023
Sharon Marlow
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1943 - 2023
Sharon Marlow was born on December 11th, 1943 in Los Angeles, CA. She passed away on July 4, 2023 in
Read MorePosted: 07/10/2023
SHORTLE, George E, Jr “Eb”
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1940 - 2023
Born to George and Catherine Shortle, Eb grew up in Tipton, IN, graduating from Tipton HS. He went on to
Read MorePosted: 06/13/2023
Shirley Koenen
ObituaryShirley Koenen, an adored mother, grandmother, and the loving core of the Oswald family, passed away on Friday, April 28,
Read MorePosted: 06/06/2023
Samson Elias Perez
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1983 - 2023
Our beloved Samson Elias Perez unexpectedly passed away on May 16, 2023. Our family would have never imagined that our
Read MorePosted: 06/01/2023
Salomon Castro Jr
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1933 - 2023
Salomon Castro Jr., age 89, passed away peacefully on May 16th, 2023. Sal is preceded in death by his daughter,
Read MorePosted: 05/23/2023
Sarah Frascella
Obituary
1969 - 2023
When Sarah was born 54 years ago the world didn’t know the rockstar-warrior that was coming its way. Sarah lived
Read MorePosted: 05/09/2023
Samantha J. Curnow
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1988 - 2023
It is with great sadness we share that on April 10th, 2023 our beautiful Samantha Jean Curnow was taken from
Read MorePosted: 04/25/2023