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Julie Ann Felix: 1938-2020

Columns

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.

Posted: 04/16/2020

In Memoriam: Elias Hanna: 1944-2020

Columns

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.

Posted: 04/13/2020

Leland ‘Hobo’ Goodsell: 1954-2020

In Memoriam

Leland ‘Hobo’ Goodsell died at age 66 on Saturday, April 4, 2020, in Cottage Hospital after being ill for six weeks.

Posted: 04/07/2020

Robert Tuttle Morris Frost: 1930-2020

Columns

Robin Frost had a love for Gershwin and Dixieland, and he discovered a talent for teaching music in a funny, conversational, anecdotal way.

Posted: 04/02/2020

Laura Elizabeth Kath: 1960-2020

Columns

Laura Kath brought light to darkness for family, friends, and clients alike, earning a deep respect and gratitude from all.

Posted: 03/24/2020

Mike Pahos: 1929-2020

Columns

It’s fitting that Mike Pahos was laid to rest on Valentine’s Day. He was a man with a sweet tooth

Posted: 03/18/2020

John Ridland: 1933-2020

Columns

One virtue of friendship is this: If your friend is an eminent poet like John Ridland, it doesn’t get in the way.

Posted: 03/11/2020

Burt Williams: 1940-2019

In Memoriam

Burt Williams was a giant of a man in every way, making legendary wines for Williams Selyem and always honest in his opinions with fellow vintners.

Posted: 03/05/2020

Leslie Gangl Howe, 1957-2020

Columns

Every time Leslie Gangl Howe stepped onstage, or in front of a camera, she provided a thoughtful, meaningful and often hilarious performance — all while gifting us with that dazzling smile.

Posted: 02/26/2020

In Memoriam Valéry Ryvkin 1960-2020

Columns

Valéry Ryvkin might not have been central casting’s version of a maestro, but when his glistening head popped up in the orchestra pit for Opera Santa Barbara performances, audiences shouted, “Bravo, bravo, Valéry!”

Posted: 02/19/2020

Jim Sutherland: 1935-2019

Columns

A former mayor of Appleton, Wisconsin, Jim Sutherland moved with his family to the Santa Barbara area in 1983 to work in Westmont College’s admissions department, drawn to the “eternal dimension” of the school’s spiritual mission.

Posted: 02/13/2020

Christopher ‘Ooty’ Neely: 1951-2020

In Memoriam

A Santa Barbara native, jeweler Chris Neely started Ooty’s Scooters.

Posted: 02/05/2020

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

Paul John Ruiz

Obituary

1930 - 2025

Paul John Ruiz was born on February 1, 1930, and passed away on October 14, 2025. Paul passed away peacefully

Posted: 12/11/2025

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

Doctor Karin van Hoek

Obituary

1953 - 2025

A Life of Love, Service, and Passion: In Memory of Doctor Karin van Hoek (1953 – 2025) With Full Hearts

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