Sam Mott: 1988-2019
In MemoriamSam 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
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Mickey Flacks, 1940-2020
ColumnsMickey Flacks: Champion of fair housing, social justice, and environmental protections
Read MorePosted: 05/06/2020
Julie Ann Felix: 1938-2020
ColumnsA 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
In Memoriam: Elias Hanna: 1944-2020
ColumnsAs 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: 1954-2020
In MemoriamLeland ‘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
Robert Tuttle Morris Frost: 1930-2020
ColumnsRobin 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
Laura Elizabeth Kath: 1960-2020
ColumnsLaura Kath brought light to darkness for family, friends, and clients alike, earning a deep respect and gratitude from all.
Read MorePosted: 03/24/2020
Mike Pahos: 1929-2020
ColumnsIt’s fitting that Mike Pahos was laid to rest on Valentine’s Day. He was a man with a sweet tooth
Read MorePosted: 03/18/2020
John Ridland: 1933-2020
ColumnsOne virtue of friendship is this: If your friend is an eminent poet like John Ridland, it doesn’t get in the way.
Read MorePosted: 03/11/2020
Burt Williams: 1940-2019
In MemoriamBurt 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.
Read MorePosted: 03/05/2020
Leslie Gangl Howe, 1957-2020
ColumnsEvery 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.
Read MorePosted: 02/26/2020
In Memoriam Valéry Ryvkin 1960-2020
ColumnsValéry 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!”
Read MorePosted: 02/19/2020
Daniel Joseph Feldhaus
Death Notice
1947 - 2026
A memorial service for Dan will be held on October 10, 2026, 1:00p.m. at the Rancho Goleta Lakeside Clubhouse, 945
Read MorePosted: 09/10/2026
Rita Ann Feldhaus
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1947 - 2026
A memorial service for Rita will be held on October 10, 2026, 1:00p.m. at the Rancho Goleta Lakeside Clubhouse, 945
Read MorePosted: 09/10/2026
Russell Clay Ruiz
Death Notice
1955 - 2026
Military graveside service: Santa Barbara Cemetery, September 3 at 10:00 AM. Memorial service: Oaks Bible Church, 400 Puente Drive at
Read MorePosted: 09/02/2026
Alexandra Chappell Cole
Death Notice
1939 - 2026
There will be a small private family gathering at a future date to celebrate her life.
Read MorePosted: 08/31/2026
Carol Ann Anderson
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1934 - 2026
September 18, 2026, 10:00am at St. Mark’s in the Valley Episcopal Church, Los Olivos, California
Read MorePosted: 08/31/2026
Anoinette Marshman
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1939 - 2026
San Roque Catholic Church 325 Aronne Cir. September 24, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Read MorePosted: 08/24/2026
Antoinette Marshman
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2026 - 2026
August 24 26 10:30 AM San Roque Catholic Church 325 Aronne cir. Santa Barbara 93105
Read MorePosted: 08/14/2026
Gabriele Christa Drozdowski
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1952 - 2026
Please join us in Fleischmann Auditorium from 11:00AM to 2:00PM on August 9th to celebrate Gabi’s life. https://www.mykeeper.com/GabrieleDrozdowski
Read MorePosted: 07/28/2026
Elizabeth A Brooks
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1936 - 2026
Known to her friends as Betty she was born and raised in Santa Barbara. she passed away in Albuquerque, NM.
Read MorePosted: 07/13/2026
Paul Tremont
Death Notice
1948 - 2026
A celebration of life will be held at an outdoor service on Saturday, July 18 at 2:00 pm — Community
Read MorePosted: 07/06/2026
Fahimeh Madadi
Death Notice
1948 - 2026
Private service already happened no need to mention
Read MorePosted: 07/06/2026
Gordene Dena Ward Groters
Obituary
1938 - 2026
In Loving Memory On June 25, 2026, we peacefully lost our beloved mom, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, friend, and so
Read MorePosted: 09/14/2026
Clifford A. Hopson
Obituary
1928 - 2026
Clifford Andrae Hopson—outdoorsman, mountaineer, geologist, professor, devoted father and grandfather—died August 24, 2026, in Santa Barbara, California, at age 98.
Read MorePosted: 09/14/2026
Herbert J. Raad
Obituary
1941 - 2026
Herbert J. Raad, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on August 23, 2026, at the age of 84.
Read MorePosted: 09/11/2026
Michael “Mike” Mocny
ObituaryMichael “Mike” Mocny, 70, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, died Thursday, September 03. He loved God first, and those who knew
Read MorePosted: 09/11/2026
William Douglas Hawksworth
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1950 - 2026
This past Easter, April 5, the Mesa lost a high profile local figure. William Hawksworth aka Bill was born in
Read MorePosted: 09/10/2026
Nelson Peter Raynes
Obituary
1933 - 2026
Nelson was an extremely private individual and so many details of his life are unknown to me. ( I am
Read MorePosted: 09/09/2026
Jesus “Joe” Sanchez
ObituaryIt is with profound sadness, we announce the passing of Jesus “Joe” Sanchez, who passed away peacefully on September 3,
Read MorePosted: 09/09/2026
Michael Joseph Cooke
Obituary1948-2026 Michael Joseph Cooke (78) sailed off into the sunset on September 1, 2026, passing the way he would have
Read MorePosted: 09/09/2026
Naftaly “Tuli” Glasman
Obituary
1938 - 2026
Tuli Glasman was born on February 13th, 1938. His birthplace was Haifa in what would soon become the state of
Read MorePosted: 09/09/2026
John Minjarez
Obituary
1946 - 2026
My husband and life partner, John Minjarez passed quietly away August 6th, 2026, in our home. John had many illnesses
Read MorePosted: 09/09/2026
Curtis Dean Peterson
Obituary
1947 - 2026
Curtis “Curt” Dean Peterson was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on January 29, 1947. He had an older sister, Cynthia Peterson,
Read MorePosted: 09/08/2026
Patrick McNulty
Obituary
1944 - 2026
Patrick McNulty passed away in the early hours of August 1st, 2026, at Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, after a
Read MorePosted: 09/04/2026
