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
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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
In Memoriam: Brian Wilson (1942-2025)
In MemoriamBeach Boys Co-Founder Brian Wilson, creator of the great album “Pet Sounds” and a masterful songbook, passes, though his songs remain immortal.
Read MorePosted: 06/13/2025
In Memoriam: Andy Nelson 1949-2025
In MemoriamIn Santa Barbara, in the 1980s and on through 2022, if you ever stopped into a place called BEADS, you
Read MorePosted: 06/11/2025
In Memoriam: Eric Lassen 1936–2025
In MemoriamThe Summer Solstice Parade this year is dedicated to Eric Lassen, who was the architect of community celebration and joy
Read MorePosted: 06/11/2025
In Memoriam: David Maurice Mendoza 1976–2025
In Memoriam“Your absence has gone through me / Like thread through a needle. / Everything I do is stitched with its
Read MorePosted: 06/02/2025
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
Inez Alvarado Jr. (Jay)
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1941 - 2026
A mass will be held at the Old Mission in Santa Barbara on July 17, 2026 at 11:00, following a
Read MorePosted: 07/06/2026
Barbara Muchow
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1940 - 2026
Barbara Muchow, 86, of Santa Barbara, California, passed away peacefully on June 1, surrounded by her loving family. Party on
Read MorePosted: 06/25/2026
Allan Gary Brostrom
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1948 - 2026
Allan Gary Brostrom passed away peacefully in Santa Barbara, California, on August 3, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones, after
Read MorePosted: 09/04/2026
Bonita (Bonnie) Lynn Terry
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1956 - 2026
Bonita (Bonnie) Lynn Terry passed from this world on August 17, 2026, after a brief yet courageous struggle with cancer.
Read MorePosted: 09/04/2026
Robert J. Kroes
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1935 - 2026
Robert (Bob) died August-10th 2026 surrounded by his loving family at his home in Santa Barbara, California. Born in Racine
Read MorePosted: 09/04/2026
Dianna (Dani) McNamara
ObituaryDianna (Dani) McNamara, age 52, of Santa Barbara, went home to be with the Lord on August 24, 2026. Born
Read MorePosted: 09/04/2026
Geonine Scott – Moriarty
Obituary1941-2026 Geonine Scott-Moriarty passed away on August 17, 2026 at Saint John’s Hospital in Los Angeles due to complications from
Read MorePosted: 09/03/2026
Rose Ann Lyles Gaeden
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1946 - 2026
Rose Ann is survived by her son, James Volker of Santa Barbara, California, grandchildren; Calista Volker, Desmond Volker, and Elsa
Read MorePosted: 09/02/2026
Patricia Mary Carter
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1947 - 2026
Patricia Mary Carter passed away peacefully at home in Santa Barbara this May after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Read MorePosted: 09/02/2026
Christopher Hogarth Miller
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1958 - 2026
Chris transitioned at the end of March to set sail on his greatest adventure yet. A true Renaissance man, Chris
Read MorePosted: 09/01/2026
James Dimitre Andros
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1927 - 2026
James Dimitre Andros – Jimmy – died peacefully in his sleep at home on August 5, 2026, at 98. As
Read MorePosted: 08/31/2026
Edward P. Morin and Georgina D. Morin
ObituaryIn Loving memory of: Edward P. Morin, Jr. (1/15/20 – 1/13/12) and Georgina D. Morin (9/19/34 – 9/15/25). You are
Read MorePosted: 08/31/2026
Patricia (Eaton) Rosales
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1934 - 2026
Patricia Rosales (née Eaton) passed away peacefully on August 14th, 2026 in Santa Barbara. Pat was born on January 9th,
Read MorePosted: 08/31/2026
Lucy Vasquez
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1945 - 2026
In Loving Memory Lucy Vasquez passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family and enveloped in love. Born on December
Read MorePosted: 08/31/2026
