Richard Rollin Rintoul: 1955-2011
In MemoriamRichard’s relationship to rhythms and rests always extended beyond the batons, bows, and body he has now left behind.
Read MorePosted: 01/04/2012
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Bess Christensen: 1916-2011
In MemoriamBess was a woman of great strength and integrity who made a positive difference in our community. She was not afraid to get up and tell elected officials they were wrong, but she did it with such civility that often they thanked her and sometimes they changed their former position.
Read MorePosted: 12/21/2011
Michael Henry Shobe: 1954-2011
In MemoriamAlthough Mike Shobe did pass on to some very pearly gates on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, we have not completely lost him. He was a legendary figure in our community, and legends never die. Just ask Johnny Appleseed.
Read MorePosted: 12/15/2011
Annette Goodheart: 1935-2011
In MemoriamAnnette Goodheart earned an international reputation as author of the book Laughter Therapy: How to Laugh About Everything in Your Life That Isn’t Really Funny.
Read MorePosted: 12/06/2011
David Myrick: 1918-2011
In MemoriamDavid F. Myrick is gone now, but his two monumental books about the transition of sleepy Santa Barbara and Montecito into regions of great estates are lasting legacies.
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2011
Jan Tyler: 1935-2011
In MemoriamA single mother who built a great life for herself and her children, Jan called many people in Santa Barbara, from the world of real estate to the docks of the harbor, her dear friends. Fair winds and following seas!
Read MorePosted: 11/20/2011
Ronald Stetter: 1947-1968
In MemoriamRonald Thomas Stetter died during the Tet Offensive in the Vietnam War.
Read MorePosted: 11/11/2011
Jungle Payne: 1952-2011
In MemoriamJungle Payne was one of the principal, early proponents of a plan for Santa Barbara to accommodate bicyclists, which eventually resulted in the establishment of the bike lanes on Castillo and Bath streets.
Read MorePosted: 10/26/2011
A.R. “Pete” Diamond, Jr.: 1950-2011
In MemoriamTo get a true picture of this beloved man, it’s best to hear from people with whom he shared much of his life.
Read MorePosted: 10/12/2011
Beth Oakes Wood: 1942-2011
In MemoriamColleagues, friends, and family members recall Mrs. Wood as a tenacious civic activist and a caring educator who fought hard for responsible planning throughout Santa Barbara County. Though she tended to focus her considerable talents on preservation efforts, Mrs. Wood was an outspoken advocate for political involvement by all, and a behind-the-scenes consultant to people across the political spectrum.
Read MorePosted: 10/02/2011
Kim Marie Rogers: 1956-2011
In MemoriamHer little students adored her and held on to her as though they could draw her quiet, loving, serene ways into them through touch.
Read MorePosted: 09/25/2011
Victor “Bart” Bartolome: 1919-2011
In MemoriamBart received two Purple Hearts and a Silver Star, but the decoration he cherished most was the wedding ring placed on his finger by Isabel Hayden on August 1, 1943, at Trinity Episcopal Church in Santa Barbara.
Read MorePosted: 09/20/2011
Sue (Brandt) Baker
Death Notice
1970 - 1970
Friends and family are invited to a celebration of Sue’s life at Santa Ynez Valley Presbyterian Church, 1825 Alamo Pintado
Read MorePosted: 04/30/2026
William Eugene McLean
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1934 - 2026
Celebration of Life May 17th 1pm-3pm 550 Cambridge Drive Goleta, CA 93110
Read MorePosted: 04/30/2026
Rafael Clemente Garibay lll
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1950 - 2026
Burial ceremony will be held at Carpinteria Cemetery on Sunday, May 3 at Noon.
Read MorePosted: 04/27/2026
Mark McIntire
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1944 - 2026
Per his wishes, no service will be held. But in lieu of flowers, please consider donating to anyone except the
Read MorePosted: 04/27/2026
Gloria Decker
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2026 - 2026
Gloria Decker passed away on 18th February. A memorial service will be held Thursday 30th 11.00 at the First United
Read MorePosted: 04/24/2026
Hollis (Hollie) Ann Churchill Towle
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1952 - 2026
Hollie Ann Churchill Towle, 74, a third-generation Santa Barbaran, passed away on April 13, 2026. A celebration of life will
Read MorePosted: 04/21/2026
Louis P. Rios
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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
Read MorePosted: 04/14/2026
Terrence D. Warren
Death Notice86; of Santa Barbara; died April 3; arrangements by Coast Cities Cremations Santa Barbara.
Read MorePosted: 04/10/2026
Eve Adair Berks
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1974 - 2026
Eve passed away on April 1, 2026, at the age of 51, in Santa Barbara, California. She is survived by
Read MorePosted: 04/08/2026
Joseph Connell
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1932 - 2026
Tuesday April 21, 2026 10:00am Our Lady of Mt Carmel Catholic Church 1300 E. Valley Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Read MorePosted: 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
Read MorePosted: 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
Read MorePosted: 03/23/2026
Ann Willene Joiner-Mullins
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1936 - 2026
Ann Willene Joiner-Mullins, a woman of profound grace, tireless creativity, and an unwavering heart for service, passed away on February
Read MorePosted: 04/27/2026
Robert Kendal Graves
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1938 - 2025
Robert K. Graves died peacefully at home with family present on April 29, 2025 in Goleta, CA. He was 87.
Read MorePosted: 04/23/2026
John E. “Jack” Dillon
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1939 - 2026
John “Jack” Edmund Dillon Jr. (86) passed away peacefully and returned to Our Lord on Friday, April 17, 2026 in
Read MorePosted: 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
Read MorePosted: 04/22/2026
Leslie Siemon
Obituary1945-2026 Leslie Siemon, DVM, of Santa Barbara, California, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026, in Carpinteria. She was 80.
Read MorePosted: 04/21/2026
Jim Worthen
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1940 - 2026
Jim Worthen, a long-time resident of Santa Barbara and Goleta passed away on April 9, 2026, at the age of
Read MorePosted: 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)
Read MorePosted: 04/20/2026
Barbara T. Menna
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1927 - 2026
Barbara T. Menna, 99, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, surrounded by her family. A devoted mother, grandmother, great
Read MorePosted: 04/20/2026
Aileen Lois Castillo
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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
Read MorePosted: 04/20/2026
Donald A. Schafer jr.
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1946 - 2026
Monastary of Poore Claires dedicated a mass for Don arranged by Sisters April 26, 2026 Sunday 7am All are Welcome.
Read MorePosted: 04/20/2026
Tim Brophy
Obituary1953-2026 Tim Brophy passed peacefully on January 21, 2026, at Serenity House in Santa Barbara. A formal obituary appeared in
Read MorePosted: 04/17/2026
Rutledge Alexander “Putty” Mills
Obituary1923-2025 Rutledge Alexander “Putty” Mills, the absolute best Husband, Dad, Brother, Uncle, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and great friend to many,
Read MorePosted: 04/15/2026
