In Memoriam: Alexis Giorgio Cottavoz-Usher 1963–2025
In MemoriamThe world has lost a true force of nature. Alexis Giorgio Cottavoz-Usher, a native of Santa Barbara and a man
Read MorePosted: 05/14/2025
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In Memoriam: Jessie Luetta McMillan 1923–2025
In MemoriamIt is with overwhelming sadness yet celebration that we share Jessie McMillan’s transition on March 8, 2025, after a long,
Read MorePosted: 05/06/2025
In Memoriam: Phyllis de Picciotto 1940–2025
In MemoriamPhyllis de Picciotto’s motto was “Imagine the possibilities. Dare to do the impossible.”I say — “visionary.” Oh, and sexy, astute,
Read MorePosted: 04/28/2025
In Memoriam: Steve Hyslop 1954–2025
In MemoriamI first met Steve Hyslop at Chuck’s Steak House when he was hired as our newest dishwasher. He was tall
Read MorePosted: 04/22/2025
In Memoriam: Helga Carden 1925-2025
In MemoriamHelga Carden passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, in Santa Barbara at the age of 99. A Holocaust survivor,
Read MorePosted: 04/15/2025
In Memoriam: Oliver Wheeler 1950-2025
In MemoriamOliver Wheeler, a son of Santa Barbara and the godfather of its basketball scene, died from cardiac arrest at Cottage
Read MorePosted: 04/10/2025
In Memoriam: Robert ‘Bob’ Ratcliffe 1936–2024
In MemoriamWhen Santa Barbara diving pioneer Bob Ratcliffe was 16 years old and in the 11th grade, he snorkeled into the
Read MorePosted: 04/01/2025
In Memoriam: Charlie Perry Eckberg 1948–2025
In MemoriamCharles Perry Eckberg lived a purposeful and good life. He was an Earth Warrior with a kind soul. Born in
Read MorePosted: 03/19/2025
In Memoriam: Dave Fritzen 1944–2025
In MemoriamDave Fritzen was a force of nature — full of contradictions, a master at making friends despite his backhanded compliments
Read MorePosted: 03/18/2025
In Memoriam: Carol Storke 1936–2025
In MemoriamThe first time I saw Carol was in the Fiesta Parade in 1953. Her father was El Presidente that year
Read MorePosted: 03/05/2025
In Memoriam Dr. Charles Camillo Fenzi 1941–2025
In MemoriamAs I sit down to write these words, I find myself both filled with gratitude and overwhelmed by the loss
Read MorePosted: 02/26/2025
In Memoriam Anna Bunting 1949–2024
In MemoriamAnna Bunting left this life on November 27, 2024, for the mysteries of death that had always interested her. She
Read MorePosted: 02/19/2025
Eddie Lee White
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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
Helen Wiley
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1936 - 2024
The Santa Barbara Club (date to be announced)
Read MorePosted: 11/27/2024
Mark A. Ward
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1948 - 2024
A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, January 25th 2025, 11 am, at the Santa Barbara Elks Club in Goleta.
Read MorePosted: 11/25/2024
David Lee VanHoy
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1953 - 2024
In David’s honor, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association California Central Coast Chapter in Santa Barbara.
Read MorePosted: 10/22/2024
Yolanda Morales
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1937 - 2024
Possible memorial at future date.
Read MorePosted: 10/16/2024
Salvador Simon Medina
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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
Robin Joan Gelb
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1950 - 2024
As per Robin’s JGelb request, no funeral or memorial service will be held. We will miss you deeply, your friends
Read MorePosted: 10/01/2024
Gail Irvine Gray
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1950 - 2024
With sadness we announce the passing of Gail Gray. Celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
Read MorePosted: 09/11/2024
Elinor M Anschuetz
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1944 - 2024
Included in the obituary. Celebration of Life : 10/26/2024. Location Included after RSVP.
Read MorePosted: 08/29/2024
Kymberly Rose (Speciale) Merritt
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1980 - 2024
Memorial will be held in Santa Barbara at a later time.
Read MorePosted: 08/28/2024
Nancy Ann (Kientzler) Minton
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1933 - 2025
Born September 2, 1933 in Santa Barbara, graduated Peabody 1945, SBHS 1951, UCSB 1955 the first class on the Goleta
Read MorePosted: 05/12/2025
Kathleen Mary McNeil-Pickens
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1952 - 2025
Kathleen Mary McNeil- Pickens, beloved mother to 3 children and their spouses, Christopher (and Michelle), Raffianne (and Shane) and Kathryn
Read MorePosted: 05/12/2025
Jimmy Todd
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1970 - 2025
Jimmy Todd was born on October 26th 1970 near San Diego, CA. He moved with his parents and sister to
Read MorePosted: 05/12/2025
Royal Augusto Agnoli
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1932 - 2025
Royal Augusto Agnoli, 92, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, in Santa Barbara, California. Born on July 7, 1932,
Read MorePosted: 05/09/2025
Rolf K. Freeman
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1963 - 2025
It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we share news of the sudden passing of our longtime friend
Read MorePosted: 05/09/2025
Edith Marie Wells
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1939 - 2025
Edith Marie Wells, 86, of Santa Barbara, California, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving
Read MorePosted: 05/08/2025
Ellen M. Turner
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1937 - 2025
It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing on Ellen Meinzer Turner on January 6, 2025. Ellen was
Read MorePosted: 05/08/2025
Shaminette Shalhoob Keegan
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1961 - 2025
In Loving Memory of Shaminette Shalhoob-Keegan With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Shaminette Shalhoob Keegan, lovingly known as
Read MorePosted: 05/07/2025
Paul Ryan Sanchez
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1983 - 2025
In Loving Memory of Paul Ryan Sanchez left this world far too soon, but not without filling it with laughter,
Read MorePosted: 05/07/2025
Eric Lassen
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1936 - 2025
Eric Lassen, AIA Architect, Santa Barbara Bowl Architect and longstanding Summer Solstice Celebration Board member, passed away in Santa Barbara
Read MorePosted: 05/07/2025
Duane Carlisle Brown
ObituaryDuane Carlisle Brown passed away peacefully at home in Paso Robles, CA on February 16, 2025, at the age of
Read MorePosted: 05/07/2025
Trudy Lynn Hammel Bilodeau
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1954 - 2025
With sadness, we announce the sudden passing of Trudy Lynn Hammel Bilodeau. Born in St. Francis Hospital in Santa Barbara,
Read MorePosted: 05/07/2025
