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Joanne Maureen Miller: 1928 – 2014

In Memoriam

Many remember Jo for serving those less fortunate and for leading community causes.

Posted: 10/23/2014

Richard García: 1947–2014

In Memoriam

A Vietnam vet and UCSB graduate, García worked for equality for Hispanic peoples.

Posted: 10/23/2014

John L. Sirois III: 1946-2014

In Memoriam

Smart, steady, and kind, John Sirois was a fine photographer, respected real estate agent, and a regular at the Summerland Post Office.

Posted: 10/16/2014

Alfred ‘Al’ Alvarez: 1961-2014

In Memoriam

Remembering Al Alvarez, a records specialist at SBPD and friend.

Posted: 10/07/2014

Lyn Carman: 1936 – 2014

In Memoriam

One of the first U.S. women to cross the finish line in a marathon, Lyn Carman helped raise many children and was a dedicated member of Mission Santa Barbara.

Posted: 09/24/2014

Bill Hamilton: 1942 – 2014

In Memoriam

Despite the loss of the use of his legs, Bill became a swimmer to reckon with and a champion of wheelchair sports.

Posted: 09/11/2014

Daniel R. Shackman, MD: 1941-2014

In Memoriam

Psychiatrist, Musician, Life Partner

Posted: 09/04/2014

Joan Crowder: 1934-2014

In Memoriam

Joan had an early love affair with newspapers that began with her first sight of a printing press, one of those massive and loud machines that people seldom see or hear today.

Posted: 08/28/2014

Aloha Wing: 1923-2014

In Memoriam

Aloha’s long day was ending, following 90 sloppily choreographed Technicolor years.

Posted: 08/19/2014

David Arthur Sansome Gell: 1943-2014

In Memoriam

A musician, composer, and master craftsman, his greatest distinction was as the creator of many, many community music series at Trinity Episcopal Church.

Posted: 08/14/2014

Fred Eissler: 1922-2014

In Memoriam

Fred’s passion for and commitment to place led him to work tirelessly on behalf of lands ranging from the Sierra Nevada and Santa Ynez Mountains to More Mesa and the Santa Barbara waterfront.

Posted: 08/07/2014

Leonel Acosta: 1932-2014

In Memoriam

Born in Huetamo, Michoacán, México, Leonel Acosta inspired his family with his life and his lessons.

Posted: 07/31/2014

Gloria Decker

Death Notice

2026 - 2026

Gloria Decker passed away on 18th February. A memorial service will be held Thursday 30th 11.00 at the First United

Posted: 04/24/2026

Hollis (Hollie) Ann Churchill Towle

Death Notice

1952 - 2026

Hollie Ann Churchill Towle, 74, a third-generation Santa Barbaran, passed away on April 13, 2026. A celebration of life will

Posted: 04/21/2026

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

Robert Kendal Graves

Obituary

1938 - 2025

Robert K. Graves died peacefully at home with family present on April 29, 2025 in Goleta, CA. He was 87.

Posted: 04/23/2026

John E. “Jack” Dillon

Obituary

1939 - 2026

John “Jack” Edmund Dillon Jr. (86) passed away peacefully and returned to Our Lord on Friday, April 17, 2026 in

Posted: 04/23/2026

Albert Acuña

Obituary

1923 - 2026

Albert Acuña, born May 8th, 1923, in Canoga Park, California passed away peacefully on Sunday April 18th, at the age

Posted: 04/22/2026

Jim Worthen

Obituary

1940 - 2026

Jim Worthen, a long-time resident of Santa Barbara and Goleta passed away on April 9, 2026, at the age of

Posted: 04/20/2026

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 4th generation Santa

Posted: 04/20/2026