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Bob Sollen: 1921 – 2019

In Memoriam

Bob Sollen got an anonymous phone call on January 30, 1969: “The ocean is boiling around Platform A,” the caller said. “Thousands of tons of oil are headed for the beach.”

Posted: 05/16/2019

Julian Nott: 1944 – 2019

In Memoriam

Julian Nott was a balloonist of distinction, inventing and testing far-reaching designs, and living life to the fullest.

Posted: 05/15/2019

Dolores Menstell Hsu: 1930-2019

In Memoriam

Professor Hsu’s discovery of the Henry Eichheim Collection of Musical Instruments gave rise to UCSB’s prestigious Ethnomusicology program.

Posted: 05/01/2019

Jo Duffy started flying with the nonprofit Aeromedicos, then flew baby eaglets to sanctuaries; mapped oil spills, tracked migrating whales, and monitored the health of the shoreline from the air with Lighthawk; and was also a search and rescue pilot for the Coast Guard Auxiliary.

Posted: 04/17/2019

Russ Spencer: 1960-2019

In Memoriam

Since his death, dozens of stories have been told of Russ Spencer’s helping hand and generosity, but he fought personal demons, too.

Posted: 04/10/2019

Ursula Mahlendorf: 1929 – 2018

In Memoriam

Urusla Mahlendorf lived the examined life, as a scholar of literature, women’s studies, and psychology, but also learning to sculpt marble in Carrara and learning peace at a preschool.

Posted: 04/10/2019

Marian North Hill Koonce: 1924-2019

In Memoriam

While juggling family and business, Marian began her long career in Republican politics and civic activities in the 1960s, cochairing Governor Reaganâ€™s election committee.

Posted: 04/03/2019

Remembering Friday Hampton

In Memoriam

An urgent care doctor recalls Friday and Dr. G, and how they dealt with his painful multiple sclerosis.

Posted: 03/26/2019

Marty Thomas: 1958 – 2019

In Memoriam

The MTV director was sought after by a who’s who of hip-hop recording artists, including Tupac Shakur, Eazy-E, MC Ren, and Skee-Lo.

Posted: 03/14/2019

Joby Nuñez: 1948-2019

In Memoriam

Athlete, coach, friend, and family man, Joby Nuñez was an outstanding mentor and second father to many.

Posted: 02/28/2019

Virginia Vercammen: 1925-2019

In Memoriam

Despite assurances their restaurant was destined for failure, Virginia Vercammen and her husband, Paul, and two friends opened the Olive Mill Bistro, which became a hot spot in Montecito.

Posted: 02/14/2019

Elinor Brelsford: 1916-2018

In Memoriam

The head of The Oaks Parent-Child Workshop for 31 years, Elinor Brelsford shaped early education for hundreds of parents and children.

Posted: 02/07/2019

Louis P. Rios

Death Notice

1945 - 2026

Rosary, 4/21, 7PM, Welch-Ryce-Haider Sola Street; Mass 4/22 10am Our Lady of Sorrows, burial follows; Celebration of life, 4/22 2-5pm

Posted: 04/14/2026

Terrence D. Warren

Death Notice

86; of Santa Barbara; died April 3; arrangements by Coast Cities Cremations Santa Barbara.

Posted: 04/10/2026

Eve Adair Berks

Death Notice

1974 - 2026

Eve passed away on April 1, 2026, at the age of 51, in Santa Barbara, California. She is survived by

Posted: 04/08/2026

Joseph Connell

Death Notice

1932 - 2026

Tuesday April 21, 2026 10:00am Our Lady of Mt Carmel Catholic Church 1300 E. Valley Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Posted: 04/06/2026

Scott F. Reid

Death Notice

1945 - 2026

A small gathering of Family is planned for the internment, but visitors are welcome to the site at the sunrise

Posted: 03/30/2026

Sylvia Hortencia Dunten Cruz

Death Notice

1947 - 2026

Beloved mother, wife, and active member of the Santa Barbara community. Her final resting place will be at Calvary Cemetery

Posted: 03/23/2026

James Edwin McNeil

Death Notice

1931 - 2026

Jim McNeil, 94, a Santa Barbara resident since 1966, passed away peacefully in his sleep. His children were by his

Posted: 03/20/2026

Alice H. Sandoval

Death Notice

1931 - 2026

Memorial services will be held Friday, March 20th at 10:30 a.m. at Calvary Cemetery, 199 N Hope Ave., Santa Barbara,

Posted: 03/12/2026

Jonathan Allen Hall Lundahl

Death Notice

1960 - 2026

A service for Jonathan will be held on Monday, March 16 at 10 AM at St. Athanasius Orthodox Church in

Posted: 03/10/2026

Gene Michaels

Death Notice

1942 - 2026

A celebration of Gene’s life will be held in April in Santa Barbara. Gene died peacefully in his home. His

Posted: 03/09/2026

Arthur E. Kennedy

Death Notice

1935 - 2026

A Celebration of Art is being planned for sometime this summer in Isla Vista. He loved his Grandboys, Lady Gauchos

Posted: 03/09/2026

Geri Ann Campopiano

Death Notice

1947 - 2026

No service planned at this time

Posted: 03/02/2026

J. Magenheimer

Obituary

1934 - 2026

Joan Ellen Magenheimer passed away on April 13, in Santa Barbara, CA. Born in Milwaukee to Jack and Edith (BURKE)

Posted: 04/20/2026

Barbara T. Menna

Obituary

1927 - 2026

Barbara T. Menna, 99, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, surrounded by her family. A devoted mother, grandmother, great

Posted: 04/20/2026

Aileen Lois Castillo

Obituary

1931 - 2026

Aileen Castillo (Koppleman), loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on 03/26/2026. Aileen was a 4 th generation

Posted: 04/20/2026