In Memoriam: Sly Stone 1943-2025
In MemoriamSly & The Family Stone got the coveted call to be featured performers on The Ed Sullivan Show in December
Read MorePosted: 08/13/2025
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In Memoriam: Albert Alexander Melkonian 1926–2025
In MemoriamAl Melkonian, a beloved member of the Santa Barbara community for more than 60 years, passed away on May 19
Read MorePosted: 08/05/2025
In Memoriam: Joanne Cooper Holderman 1935–2025
In MemoriamWhen you walked into the Arts Fund board meeting, you never quite knew what to expect — except that Joanne
Read MorePosted: 07/29/2025
In Memoriam: David Yager 1930-2025
In MemoriamDavid Yager served as the county’s 1st District Supervisor during the 1970-1980s, a time of major transition in Santa Barbara.
Read MorePosted: 07/28/2025
In Memoriam: Barney Brantingham 1932–2025
In MemoriamBarney was covering political races when we met, as I was volunteering on a number of them shortly after I
Read MorePosted: 07/14/2025
In Memoriam: Frank Galindo 1944–2025
In MemoriamWhen talking about Frank Galindo, he was known for many things. He was a die-hard Santa Barbara High School Dons
Read MorePosted: 07/02/2025
In Memoriam: Larry Barels 1948–2025
In MemoriamThis past month, my gregarious raconteur friend of 40 years, Larry Barels, set off on his final grand adventure. It
Read MorePosted: 06/25/2025
In Memoriam: Brian Wilson (1942-2025)
In MemoriamBeach Boys Co-Founder Brian Wilson, creator of the great album “Pet Sounds” and a masterful songbook, passes, though his songs remain immortal.
Read MorePosted: 06/13/2025
In Memoriam: Andy Nelson 1949-2025
In MemoriamIn Santa Barbara, in the 1980s and on through 2022, if you ever stopped into a place called BEADS, you
Read MorePosted: 06/11/2025
In Memoriam: Eric Lassen 1936–2025
In MemoriamThe Summer Solstice Parade this year is dedicated to Eric Lassen, who was the architect of community celebration and joy
Read MorePosted: 06/11/2025
In Memoriam: David Maurice Mendoza 1976–2025
In Memoriam“Your absence has gone through me / Like thread through a needle. / Everything I do is stitched with its
Read MorePosted: 06/02/2025
In Memoriam: Daniel Thomas Protheroe 1952–2025
In MemoriamDaniel Protheroe was a beloved local recording engineer in Santa Barbara for decades, and he was the love of my
Read MorePosted: 05/20/2025
Joseph Tyrone Holt
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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
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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)
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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
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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
Louise Anita Cota
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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.
Read MorePosted: 10/20/2025
Jesus “Jesse” Limas
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1946 - 2025
Celebration of Life held on October 12, 2025 at 3pm at 435 North G Street in Lompoc. Please share stories
Read MorePosted: 09/26/2025
Pablo G. Rosales
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1957 - 2025
Pablo G. Rosales passed away peacefully at Serenity House VNA on 9/21/25. Share memories & contact his son Joel at
Read MorePosted: 09/24/2025
John Altamirano
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1929 - 2025
John Altamirano passed away peacefully at his home on August 16th. He loved life and his family. Donations can be
Read MorePosted: 09/05/2025
Patricia Ann Ricketts
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1931 - 2024
Patricia Ricketts passed away August 16, 2024. She had arrangements made through the Neptune Society.
Read MorePosted: 08/04/2025
David A Cummings
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1961 - 2025
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 11am to 3pm at Mulligans Cafe, Santa
Read MorePosted: 07/15/2025
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
