In 1958, George Chelini became the executive director of the Goleta Boys Club, and he went on to form the United Boys and Girls Clubs, having a big, positive impact on the kids growing up in Santa Barbara County.
Read MorePosted: 07/01/2020
Regarding the death, on June 16, of Charles Webb, 81, talented and enigmatic author of The Graduate.
Read MorePosted: 06/30/2020
Dr. Charles Bradley became a fierce but quiet advocate for women’s right to quality, affordable health care.
Read MorePosted: 06/12/2020
A founding member of the legendary Estrada Brothers, Henry Estrada was a humble cat who could play with anybody but wisely chose to make sure his family came first.
Read MorePosted: 05/22/2020
A lifelong adventurer, Matt Holzman became the heart and soul of KCRW, and a joyous life force among his friends at UCSB.
Read MorePosted: 05/21/2020
Starting 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, 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
Mickey Flacks: Champion of fair housing, social justice, and environmental protections
Read MorePosted: 05/06/2020
A 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
As his names suggest, the young Palestinian poet Elias Hanna was tangled up in God, and so mysteriously mixed in grand portions of love with his pragmatism. The little details. The ingredients in his mother’s falafel recipe.
Read MorePosted: 04/13/2020
Leland ‘Hobo’ Goodsell died at age 66 on Saturday, April 4, 2020, in Cottage Hospital after being ill for six weeks.
Read MorePosted: 04/07/2020
Robin Frost had a love for Gershwin and Dixieland, and he discovered a talent for teaching music in a funny, conversational, anecdotal way.
Read MorePosted: 04/02/2020
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 Currier passed away peacefully on December 1, 2019. Per her wishes, no services are planned.
Read MorePosted: 01/14/2020
Beloved mother, wife, and friend w/a smile to light the room. Service on Sat., 1/18, at 2PM at Pescadero Lofts
Read MorePosted: 01/14/2020
Ann Lonergan Smith passed away from complications of a stroke in Isle Vista on September 24th 2011. A longtime resident
Read MorePosted: 01/13/2020
Pending funeral arrangements. Will be soon.
Read MorePosted: 01/06/2020
Prayer service; Monday, December 23, 10:30am at Welch-Ryce-Haider Goleta Chapel. Interment to follow at Goleta Cemetery.
Read MorePosted: 12/19/2019
It is with great sorrow to announce that Mary Ann Garibay passed away peacefully on December 5th, 2019 at Sarah
Read MorePosted: 12/17/2019
June Tapken (nee Dean) is survived by her husband of 49 years, Robert, daughters Jennifer and Robin and 5 grandchildren.
Read MorePosted: 12/13/2019
Memorial service will be held at the First Congregational Church, 2101 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 on Saturday, December
Read MorePosted: 12/11/2019
A celebration of life for Ron Allen Knowles will be held Nov. 23, 2019 @ Goleta Beach area A. This
Read MorePosted: 11/19/2019
Louise loved her life, it was full of gratitude + joy! Celebrated 11/2/19 w/ her peeps. vnhcsb.org
Read MorePosted: 11/18/2019
Graveside service will be held on Friday, Nov 22, at 11:00am at the Santa Barbara Cemetery. 901 Channel Drive, Santa
Read MorePosted: 11/15/2019
It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to the incomparable Louise Sobiniak. Louise, better known as “Dolli”,
Read MorePosted: 07/07/2020
Joan Trautman Crawford passed away peacefully at Mission Terrace in Santa Barbara, California on June 10, 2020. She had recently
Read MorePosted: 07/07/2020
Alexandra Firos Morelli passed away peacefully at her Santa Barbara home on June 18, 2020 with her daughters by her
Read MorePosted: 07/07/2020
Dr. Paul Zettas, a retired orthopedic surgeon, passed away peacefully at the age of 92 in his home on June
Read MorePosted: 07/07/2020
Albert Alexander Martin, family historian, WWII veteran, environmental contributor, father, professional, artist, winemaker, author and friend, passed away May 9,
Read MorePosted: 07/07/2020
“I want to make a statement in clay” – Michael Arntz Commenting on the placement of his work at the Esther Bear
Read MorePosted: 07/06/2020
Richard John Lewis was born in Chicago in 1935 where he was raised by his mother, Marjorie O’Sullivan Lewis. He
Read MorePosted: 07/06/2020
Joan Trautman Crawford passed away peacefully at Mission Terrace in Santa Barbara, California on June 10, 2020. She had recently
Read MorePosted: 07/06/2020
Before Rich passed away, his friends and family were asked to write a story or memory to be read to
Read MorePosted: 07/02/2020
Norman Kjaer Anderson passed away at home from a heart attack on June 27, 2020. Norm was 89 years old
Read MorePosted: 07/01/2020
William A. Brace, at home surrounded by his family, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2020 at the age of
Read MorePosted: 07/01/2020
With great sorrow in our hearts, we are saddened to announce the passing of George T. Chelini. George, born and
Read MorePosted: 06/29/2020
