In Memoriam: Dave Fritzen 1944–2025
In MemoriamDave Fritzen was a force of nature — full of contradictions, a master at making friends despite his backhanded compliments
Read MorePosted: 03/18/2025
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In Memoriam: Carol Storke 1936–2025
In MemoriamThe first time I saw Carol was in the Fiesta Parade in 1953. Her father was El Presidente that year
Read MorePosted: 03/05/2025
In Memoriam Dr. Charles Camillo Fenzi 1941–2025
In MemoriamAs I sit down to write these words, I find myself both filled with gratitude and overwhelmed by the loss
Read MorePosted: 02/26/2025
In Memoriam Anna Bunting 1949–2024
In MemoriamAnna Bunting left this life on November 27, 2024, for the mysteries of death that had always interested her. She
Read MorePosted: 02/19/2025
In Memoriam: Edward Anthony ‘Bud’ Girard, Jr. 1930–2025
In MemoriamDad’s life story impressed me from the get-go. As a wee kid, I always announced to visitors, “My daddy can
Read MorePosted: 02/12/2025
In Memoriam: Erin Therese Graffy de Garcia 195?-2025
In MemoriamErin Therese Graffy de Garcia, Santa Barbara’s “Society Lady,” passed away early in the morning on January 21, 2025, from
Read MorePosted: 02/12/2025
In Memoriam: Mark A. Ward 1948-2024
In MemoriamMark A. Ward, a local landmark and my best friend for more than 50 years, passed away peacefully on November
Read MorePosted: 12/13/2024
In Memoriam Maureen White 1924-2024
In MemoriamMaureen White, who was buried July 26, on what would have been her 100th birthday, moved to Santa Barbara in
Read MorePosted: 11/19/2024
In Memoriam: Celestina Manuela Leyva ‘Sally’ Padilla 1944–2024
In MemoriamCelestina Manuela Leyva Padilla, known to many as Sally, graced this world from May 19, 1944, until her peaceful passing
Read MorePosted: 11/06/2024
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Miye Tachihara Ota
1918–2024
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If you are a local, it’s nearly guaranteed that someone you know will light up with joy remembering Miye Tachihara
Read MorePosted: 11/05/2024
In Memoriam Leonard Russel Lamensdorf
1930–2024
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The day before he died at age 94, while Len Lamensdorf was being treated in the ER for heart failure,
Read MorePosted: 10/21/2024
In Memoriam Winfield ‘Chip’ Earl Hall III 1944-2024
In MemoriamBorn in 1944, Winfield “Chip” Earl Hall III will be remembered first and foremost as a good friend. He was
Read MorePosted: 10/16/2024
Robert W. Olson, MD
Death Notice
1932 - 2026
Services will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 380 North Fairview Avenue, Goleta, California, on July 8, 2026, at
Read MorePosted: 06/11/2026
Connie Van Wingerden
Death Notice
1924 - 2026
Rosary on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 7:30pm. Funeral Mass on Friday, June 12 at 10:00am both at St. Joseph’s
Read MorePosted: 06/09/2026
Patricia Louise Reid
Death Notice
1940 - 2026
Memorial Service: Saturday, June 20, 11am at Welch-Ryce-Haider Goleta. Please visit www.wrhsb.com to leave an online memory or condolence.
Read MorePosted: 06/08/2026
Patricia Louise Reid
Death Notice
1940 - 2026
Memorial Service: Saturday, June 20, 11:00am at the Welch-Ryce-Haider Goleta Funeral Chapel. 450 Ward Dr. Santa Barbara, Ca 93111. To
Read MorePosted: 06/04/2026
Carol Jean Salzer
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1934 - 2026
A celebration of Carol’s life will be held June 13th at 2pm at Community Covenant Church of Goleta, 5070 Cathedral
Read MorePosted: 06/02/2026
Dr. Anthony “GARDENER/ Gardiner” Lowell Dth
Death Notice
1911 - 2026
SOBRIETY DATE August 4, 1948 – May 26, 2026 was un-officially,
Read MorePosted: 05/27/2026
Maria Ramirez
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1954 - 2026
Rosary will be held at our lady of sorrows on Wednesday May 27th at 7pm followed by mass on Thursday
Read MorePosted: 05/22/2026
Yvonne Hegeman
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1937 - 2026
A life well lived by faith, shared with friends, and centered on family. Yvonne and Richard were married for 66
Read MorePosted: 05/18/2026
Pascual Mora
Death NoticeDate of birth May 17, 1938 Date of death May 14, 2026 Place of Death Santa Barbara, CA</ >Rosary
Read MorePosted: 05/18/2026
Suzanne Alderson
Death Notice
1935 - 2026
Service was held April 17 in Myrtle Beach.
Read MorePosted: 05/11/2026
William Eugene McLean
Death Notice
1934 - 2026
William Eugene McLean Birth 02/18/1934 Death 01/26/2026 Buellton, CA Our loving father has passed thru heavens door to be reunited
Read MorePosted: 05/11/2026
William Eugene McLean
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1934 - 2026
Passed away so he could journey to heaven to be renewed with his wife of 64 married years. Celebration of
Read MorePosted: 05/07/2026
Loretta Redd
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1949 - 2026
Celebration of Life Honoring Loretta Redd Come together as we remember Loretta’s life, love and legacy. All are welcome. Reception
Read MorePosted: 06/12/2026
Tessie Tritschler
Obituary18 June marks the one year anniversary since you left us. We cannot believe that it has been a year
Read MorePosted: 06/11/2026
Teresa Clark
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1932 - 2026
We tried but couldn’t stop her; she was determined to be with Dad. Teresa Mildred Clark (nee Henry), 94, of
Read MorePosted: 06/11/2026
Blair William Martin
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1950 - 2026
Blair was born on January 8, 1950, in Lompoc, CA, to Nelson and Violet Martin. He passed away on June
Read MorePosted: 06/08/2026
Bruce Nelson Kent
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1947 - 2026
Bruce Kent passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in upstate New York, Bruce
Read MorePosted: 06/08/2026
Mary Elizabeth Lambert
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1942 - 2026
Mary Elizabeth Lambert, beloved mother, grandmother, attorney, and lifelong lover of animals, passed away peacefully in Santa Barbara on April
Read MorePosted: 06/08/2026
Emmanuel Vasta
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1932 - 2026
Manny Vasta, 93, of Carpinteria, CA passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026. Manny was born on October 25,1932, and
Read MorePosted: 06/05/2026
Pamela J. Decker
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1928 - 2026
A long-time resident of Santa Barbara, Pam was born December 28, 1928, in Amherst, Ohio. She graduated from Amherst High
Read MorePosted: 06/05/2026
Jean Perotte
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1930 - 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the passing of Jean Perotte, 96, of Goleta, on April 12, 2026.
Read MorePosted: 06/05/2026
Judith Beulah Evered
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1927 - 2025
Judith was born on May 16, 1927, in Perth, Australia, and died at the age of 98 on June 24,
Read MorePosted: 06/05/2026
Tom McBride
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1938 - 2022
Four years have gone by since you left. Time measured in heartbeats, lost hugs and kisses and birthday and anniversary
Read MorePosted: 06/04/2026
Anna Marie Weiner
Obituary
1940 - 2026
Anna Marie Weiner passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, in Santa Barbara, California, surrounded by her daughter, dear friends,
Read MorePosted: 06/04/2026
