In Memoriam: Charlie Perry Eckberg 1948–2025
In MemoriamCharles Perry Eckberg lived a purposeful and good life. He was an Earth Warrior with a kind soul. Born in
Read MorePosted: 03/19/2025
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In Memoriam: Dave Fritzen 1944–2025
In MemoriamDave Fritzen was a force of nature — full of contradictions, a master at making friends despite his backhanded compliments
Read MorePosted: 03/18/2025
In Memoriam: Carol Storke 1936–2025
In MemoriamThe first time I saw Carol was in the Fiesta Parade in 1953. Her father was El Presidente that year
Read MorePosted: 03/05/2025
In Memoriam Dr. Charles Camillo Fenzi 1941–2025
In MemoriamAs I sit down to write these words, I find myself both filled with gratitude and overwhelmed by the loss
Read MorePosted: 02/26/2025
In Memoriam Anna Bunting 1949–2024
In MemoriamAnna Bunting left this life on November 27, 2024, for the mysteries of death that had always interested her. She
Read MorePosted: 02/19/2025
In Memoriam: Edward Anthony ‘Bud’ Girard, Jr. 1930–2025
In MemoriamDad’s life story impressed me from the get-go. As a wee kid, I always announced to visitors, “My daddy can
Read MorePosted: 02/12/2025
In Memoriam: Erin Therese Graffy de Garcia 195?-2025
In MemoriamErin Therese Graffy de Garcia, Santa Barbara’s “Society Lady,” passed away early in the morning on January 21, 2025, from
Read MorePosted: 02/12/2025
In Memoriam: Mark A. Ward 1948-2024
In MemoriamMark A. Ward, a local landmark and my best friend for more than 50 years, passed away peacefully on November
Read MorePosted: 12/13/2024
In Memoriam Maureen White 1924-2024
In MemoriamMaureen White, who was buried July 26, on what would have been her 100th birthday, moved to Santa Barbara in
Read MorePosted: 11/19/2024
In Memoriam: Celestina Manuela Leyva ‘Sally’ Padilla 1944–2024
In MemoriamCelestina Manuela Leyva Padilla, known to many as Sally, graced this world from May 19, 1944, until her peaceful passing
Read MorePosted: 11/06/2024
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Miye Tachihara Ota
1918–2024
In Memoriam
If you are a local, it’s nearly guaranteed that someone you know will light up with joy remembering Miye Tachihara
Read MorePosted: 11/05/2024
In Memoriam Leonard Russel Lamensdorf
1930–2024
In Memoriam
The day before he died at age 94, while Len Lamensdorf was being treated in the ER for heart failure,
Read MorePosted: 10/21/2024
Denise Kay Hinkle
Death Notice
1952 - 2025
Saturday, June 21, 2025 at the Mission Rose Garden from 2-5pm
Read MorePosted: 06/17/2025
Gloria Jean Dominguez
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1952 - 2025
A Celebration of Life The Arlington Theatre Courtyard Saturday, June 21st at 2PM Bring photos/mementos/notes to hang on our Memory
Read MorePosted: 06/16/2025
Dan Legere
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1957 - 2025
Dan Legere of Santa Barbara May 20, 1957 to May 29, 2025. There will be a Memorial gathering on Saturday,
Read MorePosted: 06/13/2025
Lyndon Lambeth
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1959 - 2025
A Celebration of Life will be held for Lyndon Lambeth Sunday, June 22, 5 PM at Rincon State Beach. Via
Read MorePosted: 06/11/2025
Sean Troy Matlock
Death Notice
2025 - 2024
Oakhill cemetery in Ballard .2560 Baseline Friday May 30th @ 11:00 am. Followed up with a Celebration of Life at
Read MorePosted: 05/19/2025
Rolf K. Freeman
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1963 - 2025
Celebration of Life at 1pm on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 in the Granada Theatre 1214 State Street Santa Barbara, CA
Read MorePosted: 05/09/2025
Edith Marie Wells
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1939 - 2025
A memorial service will be held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church (4575 Auhay Drive, Santa Barbara) on Saturday, May 24th
Read MorePosted: 05/08/2025
Alexis Usher-Cottavoz
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1963 - 2025
Memorial Service, Our Lady Mt. Carmel 11am, 5/28/25. Celebration of Life, Anchor Rose 5-10 pm 5/30/25 . Paddle Out, Butterfly
Read MorePosted: 04/30/2025
Dorothy Jean Craig
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1927 - 2024
Formerly Dorothy Perry of 950 Monte Drive, Hope Ranch, Santa Barbara. Mother of 7, lived a prosperous life. A private
Read MorePosted: 04/30/2025
Myrna Gaskin
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1937 - 2025
Friday, 4/18/2025 2PM at Santa Barbara Cemetery 901 Channel Dr., Santa Barbara CA
Read MorePosted: 04/22/2025
Raul (Red) Fierro
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1932 - 2025
Funeral services will be announced at a later date.
Read MorePosted: 02/28/2025
Tywanda Stallings
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1977 - 2025
A viewing will be held on March 6th at McDermott-Crockett from 12-5p. Graveside services will be held on March 7th
Read MorePosted: 02/17/2025
Laurence K. Miller
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1931 - 2025
Laurence Kingsley Miller passed on June 12th, 2025, in his home surrounded by loving family. Three children and four grandchildren
Read MorePosted: 06/18/2025
William Peter (Bill) Van Horn
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1936 - 2025
Bill passed away on June 8, 2025, at the age of 88. He was born in Santa Barbara on November
Read MorePosted: 06/16/2025
Thomas J. Scheff
ObituaryYears ago, Tom joined a course called ‘A Year to Live’ – living the year as though it were the
Read MorePosted: 06/16/2025
Jamie Rochelle Watkins
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1960 - 2025
In remembrance of Jamie Rochelle Watkins, who passed away on June 2, 2025, in her home in Phoenix, Arizona. Jamie
Read MorePosted: 06/16/2025
Nancy Penny Smith-100 Years, 2 Months
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1925 - 2025
Nancy passed away May 28th at Cottage Hospital with family at her side. She had been a resident of Santa
Read MorePosted: 06/16/2025
Paul Anthony Ornelas-In Memory
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1960 - 1975
50 Years Without You. A Brother To Remember It’s hard to believe that it’s been 50 years since my brother
Read MorePosted: 06/16/2025
Rae Ann McLennan
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1937 - 2025
Rae Ann McLennan, 87, longtime resident of Santa Barbara, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025 in her private care
Read MorePosted: 06/16/2025
Mary Ann Kaestner
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1929 - 2025
Mary Ann Kaestner was born to Stanley and Stephanie Rackowski in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where she met and married her high
Read MorePosted: 06/13/2025
Rodney Harvey Chow
Obituarypassed away on March 11, 2025 at the age of 95. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday July
Read MorePosted: 06/13/2025
Marcella Evelyn Beeck-108 Years Young
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1916 - 2025
Marcella passed away peacefully from natural causes on May 28 th in front of her son Michael and daughter Susan
Read MorePosted: 06/12/2025
Emina Wayne
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1959 - 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Emina Wayne, 66, of Raleigh, North Carolina. Emina has
Read MorePosted: 06/12/2025
Heather Brodhead
ObituaryAs a child in Cincinnati, Heather overheard her mother tell someone, “Heather plays well by herself and never gets bored.”
Read MorePosted: 06/12/2025
