In Memoriam: Peter MacDougall 1939–2025
In MemoriamIn August, Santa Barbara lost one of its most dynamic community leaders: Dr. Peter MacDougall. Commentaries in the media paid
Read MorePosted: 09/17/2025
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In Memoriam: Daniel Lentz 1941–2025
In MemoriamDaniel Lentz, a noted composer with a global audience and reputation, died in Santa Barbara on July 25 of heart
Read MorePosted: 09/09/2025
In Memoriam: Greta Green 1943-2025
In MemoriamLongtime Santa Barbara resident Greta Green passed away last month after 81 years of fearless living. From an early age,
Read MorePosted: 09/04/2025
In Memoriam: John Martin 1930-2025
In MemoriamJohn Martin is no longer with us. He was my friend for 50 years and a sage teacher in more
Read MorePosted: 08/26/2025
In Memoriam: Edward George Maschke 1948–2025
In MemoriamEd Maschke, longtime Santa Barbara County environmental activist, political consultant, labor organizer, and elected official, passed away peacefully at his
Read MorePosted: 08/19/2025
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
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
Thomas Anthony Dominguez
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1957 - 2025
Thomas Anthony Dominguez—better known as “Tom D”—passed away on October 4, 2025. Tom D lived life his way; loud engines,
Read MorePosted: 01/22/2026
Maureen McMullen Groves
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1957 - 2025
A celebration of life will be held on March 14@1:00pm 236 E. Carrillo Blvd.Dress Hawaiian style.
Read MorePosted: 01/21/2026
Krzysztof Abbas
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1988 - 2025
Born in Detroit settled in Santa Barbara, proud Black nurse Krzysztof Abbas passed away suddenly. Loved by many. Please donate
Read MorePosted: 01/20/2026
Gabriel Mark Contreras
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1963 - 2026
The Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, January 31st at Veronica Springs Church in Santa Barbara, CA.
Read MorePosted: 01/20/2026
Mary Lorrene Halleck
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1933 - 2025
Funeral services will be held on February 12 at San Roque Church at 10:30 a.m.
Read MorePosted: 01/20/2026
Myer Louis “Lou” Browdy
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1940 - 2025
Memorial service will be held in the spring in Carpinteria, CA. Please share a story or memory about Lou via
Read MorePosted: 01/20/2026
Phillip Joseph DiBartolomeo
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1964 - 2026
Viewing will be held on January 22nd at Welch-Ryce-Haider (450 Ward Drive, Santa Barbara) from 9:30 am, with a service
Read MorePosted: 01/16/2026
Maria Sanchez Martin
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1917 - 2026
With her family by her side, Maria Martin entered into His presence on January 10, 2026, at the age of
Read MorePosted: 01/16/2026
Roger Cass
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1939 - 2025
Loving husband, father, grandfather & friend Roger Cass, formerly of Montecito, passed away at home Dec. 10th. Roger lays to
Read MorePosted: 01/16/2026
Dave Wyman
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1936 - 2025
Celebration of Life for Dave Wyman Date: Saturday, January 10 Time: 11:30 am Location: Trinity Episcopal Church 1500 State Street,
Read MorePosted: 01/09/2026
Barbara Susan Deutsch
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1940 - 2025
Celebration of life to be schedule in Spring in Denver, CO
Read MorePosted: 01/09/2026
Pamela Jean Loughrin
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1956 - 2025
Private Celebration of Life
Read MorePosted: 01/05/2026
Frank J. Frost Jr.
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1929 - 2026
Frank J. Frost Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, scholar, musician, veteran, archeologist and public servant, passed away on January 9,
Read MorePosted: 01/23/2026
Timothy Brophy
Obituary1953-2026 With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Tim Brophy, 72, in the presence of family at Serenity
Read MorePosted: 01/23/2026
Roger Alan Haines
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1938 - 2026
Roger Alan Haines passed away on January 12, 2026, at the age of 87. Roger was born on July 27,
Read MorePosted: 01/23/2026
Barbara Sharp
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1959 - 2026
Barbara Sharp, 66, passed away peacefully at her home in Santa Barbara on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, after living with
Read MorePosted: 01/22/2026
Joyce Hull
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1937 - 2025
My mother, Joyce Ann Hull, died in the early morning hours of November 4, 2025 at the age of 88.
Read MorePosted: 01/22/2026
Nancy Bryson Schlosser
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1928 - 2026
Nancy Bryson Schlosser, born March 15, 1928, in Evanston, Illinois, to Arthur Earl Bryson and Helen Decker Bryson, was the
Read MorePosted: 01/22/2026
Randy Reetz
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1941 - 2025
Born and raised in Barrington, Illinois in a golden age of America. He excelled in academics, sports and charm. Four
Read MorePosted: 01/22/2026
Rosemarie Anderson
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1936 - 2026
Rosemarie (Bertarini) Anderson of Santa Barbara, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, at the age of 89. Rosemarie, an
Read MorePosted: 01/22/2026
Kathleen C. Sullivan-Schiffmann
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1951 - 2026
Kathleen C. Sullivan was born in Seattle, WA on December 25, 1951, and passed away in her Newbury Park home
Read MorePosted: 01/22/2026
Tayden Lake Tomblin
Obituary2008-2025 Tayden Lake Tomblin tragically passed away on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025. After sharing Thanksgiving dinner with his family
Read MorePosted: 01/22/2026
Gabriel Mark Contreras
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1963 - 2026
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Gabriel Contreras, age 62, on January 1st, 2026. Gabriel died
Read MorePosted: 01/22/2026
Hon. Robin Riblet
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1949 - 2025
Hon. Robin L. Riblet, retired United States Bankruptcy Judge and cherished member of the Santa Barbara community, passed away peacefully
Read MorePosted: 01/21/2026
