In Memoriam: Danny Meza 1990–2025
In MemoriamA lot of people knew Danny Meza as an incredible muralist, illustrator, and tattoo artist. He was a super cool
Read MorePosted: 11/24/2025
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In Memoriam: Christian Garvin 1974–2025
In MemoriamChristian Garvin, affectionately known to friends as Garvin or Salmon, passed away in September. He was a winemaker, entrepreneur, music
Read MorePosted: 11/19/2025
In Memoriam: Rudy Castillo 1929-2025
In MemoriamWhen he was named to be the Grand Marshal of the Old Spanish Days parade in 2024, Rudy Castillo was
Read MorePosted: 11/04/2025
In Memoriam: Omar Avendaño 1980–2025
In MemoriamOmar Avendaño was wise beyond his years, and I am forever grateful for our 13 years together. During his life’s
Read MorePosted: 10/28/2025
In Memoriam: Ashleigh Brilliant 1933–2025
In MemoriamI first encountered Ashleigh Brilliant in an evening art class. He was handing out free postcard Pot-Shots to all the
Read MorePosted: 10/14/2025
In Memoriam: Bernard Hicks 1951–2025
In MemoriamBernard Hicks was affectionately called “the New Yorker” by Brother Matthew Brown. Both men kicked off the legendary Sunday broadcasting
Read MorePosted: 10/08/2025
In Memoriam: Jeanette Duncan 1937–2025
In MemoriamJeanette Duncan, who passed away in early August, was the very heartbeat of People’s Self-Help Housing for nearly four decades.
Read MorePosted: 09/24/2025
In Memoriam: Peter MacDougall 1939–2025
In MemoriamIn August, Santa Barbara lost one of its most dynamic community leaders: Dr. Peter MacDougall. Commentaries in the media paid
Read MorePosted: 09/17/2025
In Memoriam: Daniel Lentz 1941–2025
In MemoriamDaniel Lentz, a noted composer with a global audience and reputation, died in Santa Barbara on July 25 of heart
Read MorePosted: 09/09/2025
In Memoriam: Greta Green 1943-2025
In MemoriamLongtime Santa Barbara resident Greta Green passed away last month after 81 years of fearless living. From an early age,
Read MorePosted: 09/04/2025
In Memoriam: John Martin 1930-2025
In MemoriamJohn Martin is no longer with us. He was my friend for 50 years and a sage teacher in more
Read MorePosted: 08/26/2025
In Memoriam: Edward George Maschke 1948–2025
In MemoriamEd Maschke, longtime Santa Barbara County environmental activist, political consultant, labor organizer, and elected official, passed away peacefully at his
Read MorePosted: 08/19/2025
Donald Arthur Pouliot
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1931 - 2024
Arrangements are under the direction of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary, Crematory and Memory Gardens www.dudleyhoffmanmortuary.com
Read MorePosted: 01/09/2024
Joyce A Agur
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1939 - 2023
There will be no service. A private family honoring and distribution of ashes was Joyce’s request.
Read MorePosted: 01/08/2024
Edith Ziliotto
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1930 - 2023
Please join us in Celebrating Edith Ziliotto. Rosary held, Jan 4th, 7pm at McDermott-Crocket chapel and funeral Jan 5th, 11am
Read MorePosted: 01/03/2024
Adeline J Ratliff
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1935 - 2023
Private services were held at her final resting place alongside her family members that proceeded her in death.
Read MorePosted: 12/21/2023
Marilyn Radaz
Death NoticePrivate service will be held at a later date.
Read MorePosted: 12/21/2023
Lowell Dwight Anderson
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1930 - 2023
Wednesday 12/20/23 10:00 at Montecito Covenant Church, 610 Cold Spring Rd. Santa Barbara, CA
Read MorePosted: 12/18/2023
James “Jim” Vreeland Jr
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1964 - 2023
A service will be held at 10am, January 13, 2024, at St. Marks-in-the-Valley Church in Los Olivos. A celebration of
Read MorePosted: 12/15/2023
Laszlo Hodosy
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1962 - 2023
CELEBRATION OF LIFE this Sunday, December 17, 1-4 pm Cabrillo Pavilion 1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd. SB ALL FRIENDS OF LASZLO
Read MorePosted: 12/15/2023
Marilyn Jo Radaz
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1936 - 2023
The private interment in the Lompoc Cemetery will be at a later date.
Read MorePosted: 12/04/2023
Jeff Hausz
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1949 - 2023
Sunday, December 17 at 12:00 noon. El Presidio Historical Park at Canon Perdido & SB st. RSVP carlastellwagen@gmail.com obit will
Read MorePosted: 11/28/2023
Grenda Moran
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1927 - 2023
Grenda , loving wife of Robert Moran,, for 70 years, died peacefully October 30, 2023 , at Sarah House Hospice.
Read MorePosted: 11/13/2023
Jose Luis Vargas Garcia
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1951 - 2025
Family Memorial December 13th
Read MorePosted: 12/02/2025
Margaret Sue Dahlke
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1935 - 2025
Margaret Sue Dahlke passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025, at the age of 90. She was born on February
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2025
Gregory Jonathan Manuel
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1991 - 2025
Gregory was a kind spirit with a heart of a lion and fury of a bear. He loved his family
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2025
Stephen Morris Hicks
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1943 - 2025
Stephen Morris Hicks, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, died peacefully with family at his side on Saturday, November
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2025
Hortencia Irene “Ordy” Marquez
Obituary1939-2025 Hortencia Irene Marquez, lovingly known as “Ordy,” passed away peacefully at Sarah House on Sunday, November 23rd. Ordy was born
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2025
Rita Rosengren
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1949 - 2025
Rita Rosengren, 75, passed away on March 24, 2025, in Santa Barbara, California, where she made her home for many
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2025
Harry Peterzell Gelles
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1934 - 2025
Harry Peterzell Gelles, a strong-willed man who lived well into his 91st year, has died. Born in New York in
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2025
Bobby Roy Sharp
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1938 - 2025
Bobby Roy Sharp passed away peacefully following complications of a stroke three years prior. Bob was born on July 5th,
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2025
Clara Marie Brown
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1931 - 2025
Clara Marie Brown, 94, passed away on November 24, 2025, at her home in Santa Barbara, California. Born on August
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2025
Kenji Jacklio Fukudome
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1963 - 2025
Kenji Jacklio Fukudome passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, at the age of 62, leaving behind a legacy of
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2025
Barry Lee Sullivan
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1938 - 2025
On the evening of October 1st., Papa Bear passed away. He was blessed to have passed at home, surrounded by
Read MorePosted: 11/25/2025
Allen K Baxter
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1951 - 2025
With a broken heart, I’m sad to announce the passing of my Allen Baxter. Allen was born the sixth child
Read MorePosted: 11/25/2025
