In Memoriam: Betty Klausner, 1928-2017
In MemoriamBetty Klausner was instrumental in bringing a contemporary arts presence to old-world Santa Barbara.
Read MorePosted: 01/11/2018
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In Memoriam: Fredrick ‘Freddy’ Caston, 1927-2017
In MemoriamFreddy Caston’s career began as a home builder, but he was always a painter. After a one-man show, he began working in Spain, Morocco, and finally landed in Santa Barbara in the mid-’70s.
Read MorePosted: 01/03/2018
In Memoriam: Elden ‘Bud’ Boothe, 1925-2017
In MemoriamFrom supporting civil rights to opposing the nuclear program at Vandenberg, Bud Boothe, a WWII veteran, had a passion for peace.
Read MorePosted: 12/20/2017
In Memoriam: Silvio Dante DiLoreto, 1925-2017
In MemoriamThe president of Sunset Realty for more than 60 years, Silvio DiLoreto got his start in 1955 when he sold four homes in 30 days and made $800. Eureka!
Read MorePosted: 12/14/2017
In Memoriam: James Gilmore Mills, 1926-2017
In MemoriamSince the age of 11, Jim Mills enjoyed outdoor adventures in Santa Barbara’s backcountry, later helping to establish the San Rafael Wilderness, the Dick Smith Wilderness, and Channel Islands National Park.
Read MorePosted: 12/07/2017
In Memoriam: Harry Brown, MD, 1930-2017
In MemoriamThanks to Harry Brown, a half million people living in third-world countries had their sight restored.
Read MorePosted: 11/30/2017
In Memoriam: Robert Casier, 1926-2017
In MemoriamRobert Casier began teaching in 1955 at the college that became Santa Barbara City College, earning a reputation as a memorable teacher.
Read MorePosted: 11/16/2017
In Memoriam: Keith Julius Puccinelli, 1950-2017
In MemoriamKeith Puccinelli was one of the most singular and significant artists in Southern California, often using humor, corny or biting, in unflinching depictions of life.
Read MorePosted: 11/09/2017
In Memoriam: Dwayne DeVries, 1952-2017
In MemoriamPeople from all walks of life have been coming forward with stories of Dwayne DeVries’s generosity, charismatic goodwill, and friendship.
Read MorePosted: 11/09/2017
In Memoriam: Whitney Victoria Lindelof, 1986-2017
In MemoriamWhitney Lindelof was a force of uncontainable light and fire who refused to be limited by a difficult, big heart within a very fragile body.
Read MorePosted: 11/02/2017
In Memoriam: John A. Sonquist, 1931-2017
In MemoriamChances are that if you went to hear classical music in the last 50 years in Santa Barbara, you would have either run into John A. Sonquist or heard him play.
Read MorePosted: 10/26/2017
In Memoriam: Michael J. Treman, 1946-2017
In MemoriamA competitive sailor, crew coach, and family man, Mike Treman’s time working at Camp Pendleton’s Brig ignited a passion to help the incarcerated that led to a career as a federal criminal defense attorney for people who could not afford one.
Read MorePosted: 10/26/2017
Daniel Joseph Feldhaus
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1947 - 2026
A memorial service for Dan will be held on October 10, 2026, 1:00p.m. at the Rancho Goleta Lakeside Clubhouse, 945
Read MorePosted: 09/10/2026
Rita Ann Feldhaus
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1947 - 2026
A memorial service for Rita will be held on October 10, 2026, 1:00p.m. at the Rancho Goleta Lakeside Clubhouse, 945
Read MorePosted: 09/10/2026
Russell Clay Ruiz
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1955 - 2026
Military graveside service: Santa Barbara Cemetery, September 3 at 10:00 AM. Memorial service: Oaks Bible Church, 400 Puente Drive at
Read MorePosted: 09/02/2026
Alexandra Chappell Cole
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1939 - 2026
There will be a small private family gathering at a future date to celebrate her life.
Read MorePosted: 08/31/2026
Carol Ann Anderson
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1934 - 2026
September 18, 2026, 10:00am at St. Mark’s in the Valley Episcopal Church, Los Olivos, California
Read MorePosted: 08/31/2026
Anoinette Marshman
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1939 - 2026
San Roque Catholic Church 325 Aronne Cir. September 24, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Read MorePosted: 08/24/2026
Antoinette Marshman
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2026 - 2026
August 24 26 10:30 AM San Roque Catholic Church 325 Aronne cir. Santa Barbara 93105
Read MorePosted: 08/14/2026
Gabriele Christa Drozdowski
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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
Read MorePosted: 07/28/2026
Elizabeth A Brooks
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1936 - 2026
Known to her friends as Betty she was born and raised in Santa Barbara. she passed away in Albuquerque, NM.
Read MorePosted: 07/13/2026
Paul Tremont
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1948 - 2026
A celebration of life will be held at an outdoor service on Saturday, July 18 at 2:00 pm — Community
Read MorePosted: 07/06/2026
Fahimeh Madadi
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1948 - 2026
Private service already happened no need to mention
Read MorePosted: 07/06/2026
Marya Schulte
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1976 - 2026
Dr. Marya T. Schulte was born December 14, 1976, passed away on August 27, 2026. Marya had been a top
Read MorePosted: 09/17/2026
June F. Fincher
Obituary1928-2026 Born in June 1928 in Buffalo, New York, passed away September 8, 2026 in Santa Barbara, California. She was
Read MorePosted: 09/16/2026
Jacqueline Mae Donnell
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1934 - 2026
Jackie Donnell went to be with the Lord on September 6, 2026. She was born in Santa Barbara, California, on
Read MorePosted: 09/16/2026
Paul Hernadi
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1936 - 2026
Paul Hernadi (born Heimlich), a devoted father and accomplished scholar, passed away peacefully July 5, 2026, in Santa Barbara, California.
Read MorePosted: 09/16/2026
William Benjamin
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1925 - 2026
Entrepreneurial Science Publisher, Dies at 100 William (“Bill”) Benjamin, a successful serial entrepreneur, content publisher and market validation expert, was
Read MorePosted: 09/16/2026
Mario Pezzati
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1927 - 2026
99 years old Mario Pezzati passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and family on August 19, 2026, at Sarah
Read MorePosted: 09/15/2026
Alexandra Chappell Cole
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1939 - 2026
Alexandra C. Cole died on July 22, 2026 at the age of 87. She was passionate about her family, friends,
Read MorePosted: 09/15/2026
Carole Ann Anderson…. (nee Schmitt)
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1938 - 2026
88, of Solvang, California, peacefully passed away at Serenity House June 26, 2026. Carole’s parents Fredrick and Kathryn Schmitt were
Read MorePosted: 09/14/2026
Gordene Dena Ward Groters
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1938 - 2026
In Loving Memory On June 25, 2026, we peacefully lost our beloved mom, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, friend, and so
Read MorePosted: 09/14/2026
Clifford A. Hopson
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1928 - 2026
Clifford Andrae Hopson—outdoorsman, mountaineer, geologist, professor, devoted father and grandfather—died August 24, 2026, in Santa Barbara, California, at age 98.
Read MorePosted: 09/14/2026
Herbert J. Raad
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1941 - 2026
Herbert J. Raad, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on August 23, 2026, at the age of 84.
Read MorePosted: 09/11/2026
Michael “Mike” Mocny
ObituaryMichael “Mike” Mocny, 70, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, died Thursday, September 03. He loved God first, and those who knew
Read MorePosted: 09/11/2026
