Jim Sutherland: 1935-2019


A former mayor of Appleton, Wisconsin, Jim Sutherland moved with his family to the Santa Barbara area in 1983 to work in Westmont College’s admissions department, drawn to the “eternal dimension” of the school’s spiritual mission.

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David Denniston: 1936-2019


Dave Denniston was a pioneer of supported living for children with a developmental disability — from a father’s perspective. It was his personal touch that made the difference.

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Terry Davies: 1934-2019


With his wife, Penny Davies, Terry Davies founded The Earthling Bookshop, famously winning a battle with the city for their downtown corner.

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Elaine Arnett: 1940 – 2019


During 33 years as a social worker for Santa Barbara County, Elaine Arnett defended the rights of abandoned and abused children. Simultaneously, Elaine sought relief and found joy in the make-believe world of theater arts.

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Pope Freeman 1935-2019


Theater director Pope Freeman got the most out of people with a gentle nudge or an insightful suggestion. He was an artist and a craftsman, a therapist and a train conductor.

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Paul Gustave Doré, 1964-2018


Paul Doré, who usually dressed in some cool band tee, dedicated more than 15 years of his life to the Santa Barbara Bowl and its transformative capital campaign, despite the demons in his personal life.

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Daniel Joseph Feldhaus


1947 - 2026

A memorial service for Dan will be held on October 10, 2026, 1:00p.m. at the Rancho Goleta Lakeside Clubhouse, 945

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Rita Ann Feldhaus


1947 - 2026

A memorial service for Rita will be held on October 10, 2026, 1:00p.m. at the Rancho Goleta Lakeside Clubhouse, 945

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Russell Clay Ruiz


1955 - 2026

Military graveside service: Santa Barbara Cemetery, September 3 at 10:00 AM. Memorial service: Oaks Bible Church, 400 Puente Drive at

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Carol Ann Anderson


1934 - 2026

September 18, 2026, 10:00am at St. Mark’s in the Valley Episcopal Church, Los Olivos, California

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Antoinette Marshman


2026 - 2026

August 24 26 10:30 AM San Roque Catholic Church 325 Aronne cir. Santa Barbara 93105

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Gabriele Christa Drozdowski


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

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Elizabeth A Brooks


1936 - 2026

Known to her friends as Betty she was born and raised in Santa Barbara. she passed away in Albuquerque, NM.

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Paul Tremont


1948 - 2026

A celebration of life will be held at an outdoor service on Saturday, July 18 at 2:00 pm — Community

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Jacqueline Mae Donnell


1934 - 2026

Jackie Donnell went to be with the Lord on September 6, 2026. She was born in Santa Barbara, California, on

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William Benjamin


1925 - 2026

Entrepreneurial Science Publisher, Dies at 100 William (“Bill”) Benjamin, a successful serial entrepreneur, content publisher and market validation expert, was

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Mario Pezzati


1927 - 2026

99 years old Mario Pezzati passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and family on August 19, 2026, at Sarah

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Alexandra Chappell Cole


1939 - 2026

Alexandra C. Cole died on July 22, 2026 at the age of 87. She was passionate about her family, friends,

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Gordene Dena Ward Groters


1938 - 2026

In Loving Memory On June 25, 2026, we peacefully lost our beloved mom, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, friend, and so

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Clifford A. Hopson


1928 - 2026

Clifford Andrae Hopson—outdoorsman, mountaineer, geologist, professor, devoted father and grandfather—died August 24, 2026, in Santa Barbara, California, at age 98.

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Herbert J. Raad


1941 - 2026

Herbert J. Raad, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on August 23, 2026, at the age of 84.

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Michael “Mike” Mocny


Michael “Mike” Mocny, 70, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, died Thursday, September 03. He loved God first, and those who knew

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Nelson Peter Raynes


1933 - 2026

Nelson was an extremely private individual and so many details of his life are unknown to me. ( I am

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Jesus “Joe” Sanchez


It is with profound sadness, we announce the passing of Jesus “Joe” Sanchez, who passed away peacefully on September 3,

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