Richard Legrand: 1926-2011
In MemoriamRichard was one of he most talented musicians I have ever known, and he played his beloved tenor banjo right up until a week before his death.
Read MorePosted: 02/15/2011
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Sister Sylvianne Mattern: 1916-2011
In MemoriamThe arrival of Sister Sylvianne’s skills was a godsend, coming at a time when financial resources were in such short supply that the plan was to eliminate beds and mental health services. She leaves a legacy of fundraising and renovation.
Read MorePosted: 02/10/2011
Leatrice Joy Meucci:
1922 – 2010
In Memoriam
She didn’t do anything huge or press worthy… she just did thousands of small things with determination, grace, and love… that brought life into focus for her family and friends.
Read MorePosted: 11/19/2010
Carlee McLaughlin: 1970-2010
In MemoriamCarlee was both burdened and blessed with living in a special world.
Read MorePosted: 11/02/2010
Lendell Ray McDowell: 1954-2010
In MemoriamPoem in tribute to a regular at the Santa Barbara harbor.
Read MorePosted: 10/28/2010
Pascual Gamboa: 1930-2010
In MemoriamI remember that Fiesta when Pascual rode a horse through his restaurant at 30 E. Victoria, fueled by some extra Hornitos. He soon grasped the obvious: It’s one thing to ride a stallion onto a tiled floor in a packed tavern—and quite another to turn it around.
Read MorePosted: 09/23/2010
Lawrence Badash: 1934-2010
In MemoriamUCSB Professor Emeritus Larry Badash’s popular class on “The Bomb” introduced generations of students to nuclear physics and its application.
Read MorePosted: 09/07/2010
Richard Merrill Evans: 1925-2010
In MemoriamWWII Navy Vet, longtime Santa Barbaran, 23-year staffer for The Independent, Local Hero, father and friend to many.
Read MorePosted: 08/06/2010
Gail M. Rink: 1944-2010
In Memoriam“Life is good. In fact, it’s divine!” It was 21 years ago. Gail sat on the steps of the stage with her hands clasped in front of her and said, “You’re all going to be with people as they are dying.”
Read MorePosted: 08/06/2010
Ann Quackenbush Sutton Berkery: 1944-2010
In MemoriamMy mom came to visit me for solstice weekend one summer, to see what it was all about. Voila! The free spirit in her came alive.
Read MorePosted: 07/27/2010
Avi Gross-Schaefer: Student, Soldier, Peacemaker
In MemoriamThe following are remarks Arthur Gross-Schaefer prepared for one of the memorial services for his son Avi, who was hit and killed by a car while crossing a street in Providence, Rhode Island.
Read MorePosted: 03/11/2010
Sam Adams: 1931-2010
In MemoriamFormer UCSB coach, hailed for his integrity and character, dies at 78.
Read MorePosted: 01/14/2010
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
Death Notice
1934 - 2026
Celebration of Life May 17th 1pm-3pm 550 Cambridge Drive Goleta, CA 93110
Read MorePosted: 04/30/2026
Rafael Clemente Garibay lll
Death Notice
1950 - 2026
Burial ceremony will be held at Carpinteria Cemetery on Sunday, May 3 at Noon.
Read MorePosted: 04/27/2026
Mark McIntire
Death Notice
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
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
Read MorePosted: 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
Read MorePosted: 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
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
Death Notice
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
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
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
Obituary
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
Obituary
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
Obituary
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
Obituary
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
Obituary
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
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
Read MorePosted: 04/20/2026
Donald A. Schafer jr.
Obituary
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
