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Gloria Rossi Menedes: 1946-2020

In Memoriam

Gloria Rossi Menedes lived her life with the fierce determination of a truly evolved soul.

Posted: 09/04/2020

Donald Lee Margerum: 1926-2020

In Memoriam

Though his drink was a Perfect Manhattan, Don Margerum embraced and funded the concept of a wine bar — the Wine Cask — which at the time was unique.

Posted: 09/04/2020

Ken Pettit: 1940-2019

In Memoriam

Service is something people always associated with Ken Pettit.

Posted: 08/20/2020

Carl and Jo Lindros: 1936-2019

In Memoriam

One year ago this month, Santa Barbara lost two of its most involved citizens, Carl and Jo Lindros, quiet philanthropists who supported many community charities and educational institutions and organizations.

Posted: 08/14/2020

George Chelini: 1931-2020

In Memoriam

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.

Posted: 07/01/2020

Charles Webb: 1939-2020

In Memoriam

Regarding the death, on June 16, of Charles Webb, 81, talented and enigmatic author of The Graduate.

Posted: 06/30/2020

Charles ‘Fritz’ Bradley III: 1930-2020

In Memoriam

Dr. Charles Bradley became a fierce but quiet advocate for women’s right to quality, affordable health care.

Posted: 06/12/2020

Henry Estrada: 1936-2020

Columns

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.

Posted: 05/22/2020

Matt Holzman: 1963-2020

In Memoriam

A lifelong adventurer, Matt Holzman became the heart and soul of KCRW, and a joyous life force among his friends at UCSB.

Posted: 05/21/2020

Steve Arrowood: 1959-2020

Columns

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.

Posted: 05/20/2020

Sam Mott: 1988-2019

In Memoriam

Sam Mott, handsome and athletic, did not search out the spotlight — though his personality and acts were luminous, and sometimes larger than life.

Posted: 05/08/2020

Mickey Flacks, 1940-2020

Columns

Mickey Flacks: Champion of fair housing, social justice, and environmental protections

Posted: 05/06/2020

Dana “Hap” Kuzen

Death Notice

1955 - 2025

On Saturday November 29th, surrounded by family, Dana passed after a brief illness. Celebration of life to be held at

Posted: 12/11/2025

Douglas Keith Phelps

Death Notice

1965 - 2025

No Service he lived life as a free soul and now he’s free.

Posted: 12/05/2025

Jean K Svoboda

Death Notice

1930 - 2025

Memorial Service will be held on January 9, 2026, at 11:00 at Welch-Ryce, 15 East Sola Street, Santa Barbara.

Posted: 12/05/2025

Lisa L. Gurney

Death Notice

1931 - 2025

Memorial to be held in the spring.

Posted: 12/05/2025

Joseph Tyrone Holt

Death Notice

1956 - 2025

Services at New Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 912 E Cota St., Santa Barbara, CA 93103.

Posted: 12/01/2025

Latif Evans

Death Notice

1982 - 2025

Latif lived his life with a giving and generous heart always looking out for others. He was artistic and loved

Posted: 11/06/2025

Robert Anthony Bonetti

Death Notice

1949 - 2025

Born in Santa Barbara, California on July 24, 1949. In 1968 he joined the United States Navy and served during

Posted: 11/06/2025

Nancy Dooley

Death Notice

1938 - 2025

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Greater Hope Baptist Church,

Posted: 11/03/2025

Dianna Lee Cottriel (Romero)

Death Notice

1967 - 2025

Sunday, November 9, 2025 12pm Glen Annie Golf Club RSVP required https://everloved.com/life-of/dianna-cottriel/

Posted: 10/20/2025

Francisco Javier Rocha

Death Notice

1947 - 2025

Wed. 10/29/25 at 11 am at McDermott-Crockett Mortuary, 2020 Chapala St. Santa Barbara, CA 93105, Reception at Tucker’s Grove Park

Posted: 10/20/2025

Louise Anita Cota

Death Notice

1930 - 2025

A service will be held on Saturday October 25, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 5444 Hollister Ave., Santa Barbara, CA 93111.

Posted: 10/20/2025

Jesus “Jesse” Limas

Death Notice

1946 - 2025

Celebration of Life held on October 12, 2025 at 3pm at 435 North G Street in Lompoc. Please share stories

Posted: 09/26/2025

Michael “Misha” Zilberman

Obituary

1933 - 2025

Michael “Misha” Zilberman, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the age

Posted: 12/11/2025

Lawrence Thayer Browne

Obituary

1937 - 2025

Lawrence Thayer Browne passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on November 26, 2025, at the age of 88. A man of

Posted: 12/10/2025

Billie Allayne Ceriale

Obituary

1931 - 2025

It is with immense sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and

Posted: 12/08/2025

Timothy Vern Simas

Obituary

1948 - 2025

On the bright, sunny morning of November 30, 2025, after one more USC win over UCLA, the earth lost a

Posted: 12/08/2025

Norma Ritter

Obituary

1928 - 2025

Norma Ritter passed away peacefully on November 1. 2025 at the age of 97. She is survived by three daughters,

Posted: 12/08/2025

Llewellyn Goodfield, Jr.

Obituary

1938 - 2025

Llewellyn “Llew” Goodfield Jr, devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, community leader, and proud descendant of Santa Barbara’s historic Rogers

Posted: 12/08/2025