Chet Gala: 1933-2011
In MemoriamIt was my good fortune to meet Chet Gala almost immediately upon moving to Santa Barbara in 1983 to take a job as reporter with the Santa Barbara News & Review.
Read MorePosted: 01/26/2012
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Rachel Oatman Johansen: 1931-2011
In MemoriamRachel Johansen — for 31 years one of the pillars of the Starr King Parent-Child Workshop — was all about giving young minds and souls the freedom to wander, choose, and experiment.
Read MorePosted: 01/10/2012
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
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
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
Obituary
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
Obituary
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
Obituary
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
Obituary
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
Obituary
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
