David Ortiz 1954–2026
In MemoriamIn late March 2026, Pops and I were enjoying a beautiful sunny day in the courtyard of Cottage Hospital, just
Read MorePosted: 06/29/2026
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Arthur Edward Kennedy 1935-2026
In MemoriamWords like unique and eccentric do not begin to convey the essence of Arthur, a person who was simply one
Read MorePosted: 06/08/2026
Ray Winn 1934–2025
In MemoriamRay Winn has taken his leave at the tender age of 91. Yes — in the lamplit evening of his
Read MorePosted: 05/12/2026
Michelle Carol Drown 1966–2026
In MemoriamSuaimhneas síoraí dá hanam“Eternal peace to her soul” —Irish blessing It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing
Read MorePosted: 05/05/2026
Loretta Redd 1949–2026
In MemoriamSome people live extraordinary lives. Few live multiple extraordinary lives in one lifetime. Loretta Redd was one of those rare
Read MorePosted: 04/27/2026
Frank J. Frost Jr. 1929–2026
In MemoriamFrank J. Frost Jr., patriarch of the Frost family, scholar, university professor, underwater archeologist, musician, veteran, and public servant, died
Read MorePosted: 04/22/2026
In Memoriam: Magdalena Ramos Alvarado 1930–2026
In MemoriamNena passed away at home early in the morning of March 24. Born Magdalena Ramos Alvarado on August 15, 1930
Read MorePosted: 04/03/2026
Patrick O’Dowd 1946–2026
In MemoriamOne of Santa Barbara’s own, Patrick O’Dowd, died on January 16 in Aberdeen, North Carolina, and though he had not
Read MorePosted: 02/24/2026
Ernestine Ygnacio-De Soto 1938–2026
In MemoriamErnestine Ygnacio-De Soto, who passed away at age 87, served as an important link to Santa Barbara’s Chumash heritage. A
Read MorePosted: 02/18/2026
Daniel Arthur Reicker 1942–2025
In MemoriamCharitable Patron, Counselor, Mentor, and Friend
Read MorePosted: 02/10/2026
Paul Tremont
Death Notice
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)
Death Notice
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
Mike Alan Unterseher
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1961 - 2026
Private service at this time
Read MorePosted: 06/22/2026
Patricia Anne Skehan
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1941 - 2026
Calvery Catholic Cemetery, Santa Barbara June 29, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
Read MorePosted: 06/22/2026
Susan Kuyper
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1942 - 2026
Susan Kuyper passed away on June 8, 2026 in Des Moines, IA. Please visit www.caldwellparrish.com to view full obituary.
Read MorePosted: 06/16/2026
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
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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
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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
Death Notice
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
Ed Ransford, Ph.D.
Obituary
1936 - 2023
Professor Emeriti (USC, Department of Sociology) 1936 – 2023 Ed Ransford died peacefully on July 24, 2023 at Cottage Hospital,
Read MorePosted: 08/11/2023
Mariana Titus
Obituary
1949 - 2023
Mariana Titus passed over the rainbow in her beloved Louisiana on July 17, 2023. The death was unexpected, but she
Read MorePosted: 08/08/2023
Barbara Dunaway
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1944 - 2023
Barbara Ellen Dunaway, 78, of Santa Barbara, CA, passed away on June 3, 2023. Barbara was born on June 14,
Read MorePosted: 08/08/2023
Robert A. (Bob) Haas
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1945 - 2023
Robert A. (Bob) Haas, 78, passed away on June 16th, 2023, at Serenity House in Santa Barbara, CA. For the
Read MorePosted: 08/07/2023
Wesley Dean Carpenter
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1944 - 2023
Wes, as he was better known, was born on May 16, 1944 in Springfield, Missouri to Lilly Viola Chapman and
Read MorePosted: 08/07/2023
FREDRICK (Fred) Reno Italo Arnoldi
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1951 - 2023
Fred left on his Eternal Hunting and Fishing Trip in the early morning hours on June 27, 2023, passing peacefully
Read MorePosted: 08/07/2023
Laird Koenig
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1927 - 2023
Long time Santa Barbara resident and successful American novelist, playwright, and screenwriter Laird Philip Koenig peacefully passed away in his
Read MorePosted: 08/04/2023
A Laurence (Laurie) Abbey
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1929 - 2020
Family and friends of Laurie will be gathering on August 19th, 2023 to remember him and honor his legacy. He
Read MorePosted: 08/02/2023
Sue Anne Watkins
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1941 - 2023
With a heavy heart, I announce the passing of my mom, Sue Watkins, 81, at the Serenity House in Santa
Read MorePosted: 08/02/2023
Wilma Jean Walker
Obituary
1952 - 2023
Wilma Jean Walker, 70, of Santa Maria, CA, passed away peacefully at Marian Regional Medical Center on April 13, 2023,
Read MorePosted: 08/01/2023
Robert Michael Murphy
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1950 - 2023
Robert Michael “Mike” Murphy (73) passed away at home on July 21, 2023 of natural causes. Mike is survived by
Read MorePosted: 08/01/2023
Robert Allen
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1927 - 2023
Robert “Bob” Glassburn Allen passed away on Saturday July 22, 2023, surrounded by loving family. Bob was born on January
Read MorePosted: 08/01/2023
