Sheila Lodge 1929-2026
In MemoriamMayor Lodge composed her obituary before her death, here in her own words. Sheila Lodge, mother, housewife, gardener, cook, and
Read MorePosted: 07/08/2026
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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
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
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
Inez Alvarado Jr. (Jay)
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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
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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
Rudy Martinez Aguilera
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1933 - 2022
Rudy Martinez Aguilera passed away peacefully at home with Ann, his wife of 68 years, at his side. He was
Read MorePosted: 08/30/2022
Ernest William Tack
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1939 - 2022
Ernest William Tack, age 83, was called peacefully to his eternal home on August 24, 2022 in Santa Barbara, CA.
Read MorePosted: 08/30/2022
Frank Bavaresco
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1935 - 2022
Frank (Frankie) Bavaresco passed away peacefully on August 25, 2022. Born and raised in Santa Barbara, Frank was the only
Read MorePosted: 08/30/2022
Princess Diana
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1961 - 1997
In Memoriam After 25 years, your spirit lives on. You will not be forgotten. Perhaps your loved ones should consider
Read MorePosted: 08/29/2022
Larry Robert Matthews
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1940 - 2022
Long time Santa Barbara resident Larry Robert Matthews passed away on July 11, 2022 with his daughter Zoraetta at his
Read MorePosted: 08/29/2022
John Edward Ellis
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1950 - 2022
John Edward Ellis passed away at his home in North Pole Alaska on the 8th of August, he was 71.
Read MorePosted: 08/26/2022
Mary Lou Hale Smitheram
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1928 - 2022
Mary Lou Hale Smitheram (“Lou”) passed away peacefully at home on August 6, 2022 after a few years of declining
Read MorePosted: 08/24/2022
Ronald Walter Chase
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1932 - 2022
AUG 27. 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (PT) Welch-Ryce-Haider – Downtown 15 E. Sola St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Ron
Read MorePosted: 08/24/2022
Steven Eric Schwartz
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1956 - 2022
Born in Sheepshead Bay Brooklyn 11/27/56 Middle child of Erwin and Joan. Younger brother to Tedd and older brother to
Read MorePosted: 08/24/2022
Richard D. Pena
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1946 - 2022
Richard D. Pena, 76 of Ventura, passed away Saturday July 9th 2022 after a brief battle with cancer. Richard was
Read MorePosted: 08/23/2022
Wendy Ann Connor
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1957 - 2022
Wendy Ann Connor passed away on August 2, 2022 due to a short illness. She will be dearly missed by
Read MorePosted: 08/18/2022
David ‘Dave’ Guajardo
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1933 - 2022
We are heartbroken to share the news that our beloved father & grandfather, David Guajardo, passed away on Sunday, August
Read MorePosted: 08/17/2022
