James Sly: 1952–2019
In MemoriamJames Sly, a memorable chef at El Encanto, Lucky’s, and Sly’s in Carpinteria, was also known for computers and cars, as well as his ability to hold friends close.
Read MorePosted: 10/16/2019
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Joseph Wilson: 1949-2019
In MemoriamJoe Wilson was the last American to negotiate with Saddam Hussein face-to-face, and he was the first to tell America the Iraq War started under false colors.
Read MorePosted: 10/09/2019
Robert Henning, 1938-2019
In MemoriamThe curator of the Santa Barbara Museum of Art for two decades, Robert Henning is remembered for his expertise, discerning eye, and sincere commitment to establishing an institution of international reputation.
Read MorePosted: 10/02/2019
Ed Easton: 1936-2019
In MemoriamWorking to preserve the natural world on first the East, then the West Coast, Ed Easton spent nearly his entire life in some form of service to the public interest.
Read MorePosted: 09/25/2019
In Memoriam: Joan Fairfield, 1939–2019
ColumnsCandid and truthful, but always hopeful and optimistic, Joan Fairfield, a victim advocate for the District Attorney’s Office, found the magic combination of words to calm the clearly upset, talk with the mother of a murdered child, or comfort a teenage rape victim.
Read MorePosted: 09/11/2019
Bill Duval, 1945 – 2019
ColumnsBill Duval could talk just as easily with a desperado as with a federal judge, said a friend.
Read MorePosted: 09/04/2019
James Breen, 1947-2019
In MemoriamThe snarky, witty bartender who ruled the roost at Harry’s and The Sportsman, Jim Breen also represented a myriad of clients including Ensemble Theatre and Old Spanish Days.
Read MorePosted: 08/28/2019
Audrey O’Brien Griffin: 1936 – 2019
ColumnsAll who knew her loved Audrey Griffin. Her shining blue eyes and glorious smile had a magnetic attraction, as did her natural abilities with horses, friends, and family.
Read MorePosted: 07/30/2019
Errol E. Williams: 1951-2019
In MemoriamIn his 26 years at The Palace, Errol Williams became The Palace, and The Palace became him.
Read MorePosted: 07/24/2019
Harriett Phillips: 1923-2019
In MemoriamHarriett Phillips was a big-D and little-d democrat from the days she helped her mother feed striking workers at Chevrolet in 1936 to walking precincts during Barack Obama’s first presidential run. Along the way, she fought to save Haskell’s Beach from development.
Read MorePosted: 07/18/2019
Frank Allen Goad: 1938-2019
ColumnsFrank Goad was an artist of brutal honesty on canvas and in audio who influenced generations of Santa Barbarans.
Read MorePosted: 06/27/2019
Jean Kellogg Schuyler: 1927-2019
In MemoriamOutdoorswoman and philanthropist Jean Schuyler never took her good fortune for granted; her perceptive choices in the causes and groups she supported inevitably meant success followed.
Read MorePosted: 06/12/2019
Mark Anthony Quinones
Death Notice
1985 - 2025
Mark Quinones, and his pilot, died in a private plane crash near Monroe WI. Born in NY, Mark lived in
Read MorePosted: 12/15/2025
Lisa Marie Ramirez
Death Notice
1959 - 2024
Memoriam Lisa, its been a year since we lost you. Life is not the same for us. At celebrations and
Read MorePosted: 12/12/2025
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
Read MorePosted: 12/11/2025
Douglas Keith Phelps
Death Notice
1965 - 2025
No Service he lived life as a free soul and now he’s free.
Read MorePosted: 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.
Read MorePosted: 12/05/2025
Lisa L. Gurney
Death Notice
1931 - 2025
Memorial to be held in the spring.
Read MorePosted: 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.
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2025
Latif Evans
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1982 - 2025
Latif lived his life with a giving and generous heart always looking out for others. He was artistic and loved
Read MorePosted: 11/06/2025
Robert Anthony Bonetti
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1949 - 2025
Born in Santa Barbara, California on July 24, 1949. In 1968 he joined the United States Navy and served during
Read MorePosted: 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,
Read MorePosted: 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/
Read MorePosted: 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
Read MorePosted: 10/20/2025
Margery Ann Smith
Obituary
1933 - 2025
Margery Ann Smith, of Santa Barbara, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025 at the age of 92. She was
Read MorePosted: 12/23/2025
Walter Larsen
Obituary
1934 - 2025
Walter Larsen was born on a farm in Williston, North Dakota on 11/18/1934 to parents John Larsen and Gertrude Mosel.
Read MorePosted: 12/22/2025
Joseph E. Conway
Obituary
1935 - 2025
Joseph E. Conway. peacefully passed away at Cottage Hospital on November 28th, 2025. He was 90 years old. A longtime
Read MorePosted: 12/22/2025
Sheridan Blau
Obituary
1939 - 2025
Professor Sheridan Blau died from cancer at his home in New York City on November 8, 2025. He was surrounded
Read MorePosted: 12/22/2025
William Neil Holmes
Obituary
1927 - 2025
William “Neil” Holmes, 98, passed away peacefully in Santa Barbara on December 3, 2025. Born June 2, 1927 in New Mills,
Read MorePosted: 12/22/2025
Daniel Edward White
Obituary
1962 - 2025
Daniel “Danny” Edward White, a longtime resident of Goleta, California, passed away at the age of 63 from systemic complications
Read MorePosted: 12/22/2025
Esther Padilla
Obituary
1937 - 2025
Esther Padilla passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025. She was born on April 6, 1937, to Secundino and Epifania
Read MorePosted: 12/19/2025
Virginia B Vanocur
Obituary
1937 - 2025
Virginia Backus Vanocur died peacefully at Serenity House in Santa Barbara, Ca on December 13th, 2025. Born in Santa Barbara,
Read MorePosted: 12/19/2025
Donald “Doc” Joseph Flanigan
Obituary
1938 - 2025
It is with great sorrow that we acknowledge the passing of our beloved “Doc,” Donald Joseph Flanigan, MD. With profound
Read MorePosted: 12/19/2025
Edward “Alex” Valencia
Obituary
1940 - 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of Edward Valencia following a sudden and brief battle with cancer. Edward was
Read MorePosted: 12/19/2025
Charles W. Cappel
Obituary
1944 - 2025
It is with deep sadness that we note the passing of Charles W. Cappel, who died peacefully on Thanksgiving Day,
Read MorePosted: 12/19/2025
