In Memoriam Kyle McKittrick 1986-2025
In MemoriamIt takes a rare spirit — shaped by deep love, resilience, and an unwaveringly positive outlook — to create not
Read MorePosted: 01/21/2026
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In Memoriam: Lou Cannon 1933–2025
In MemoriamLou Cannon, the eminent biographer of Ronald Reagan, and a caring, civic-minded, and consequential citizen of Santa Barbara, died on
Read MorePosted: 01/09/2026
In Memoriam: Grant Castleberg 1936–2025
In MemoriamSanta Barbara’s landscape — and its community — are forever enriched by the life and vision of Grant Castleberg, landscape
Read MorePosted: 01/06/2026
In Memoriam: Alexander Oakes Wood 2009–2025
In MemoriamA Son of Goleta
Read MorePosted: 12/23/2025
In Memoriam: Yoel Haller 1930–2025
In MemoriamTo know Yoel Haller was to know warmth, cheerfulness, dedication, and social conscience. His eldest daughter, Heidi, described how he
Read MorePosted: 12/09/2025
In Memoriam: Danny Meza 1990–2025
In MemoriamA lot of people knew Danny Meza as an incredible muralist, illustrator, and tattoo artist. He was a super cool
Read MorePosted: 11/24/2025
In Memoriam: Christian Garvin 1974–2025
In MemoriamChristian Garvin, affectionately known to friends as Garvin or Salmon, passed away in September. He was a winemaker, entrepreneur, music
Read MorePosted: 11/19/2025
In Memoriam: Rudy Castillo 1929-2025
In MemoriamWhen he was named to be the Grand Marshal of the Old Spanish Days parade in 2024, Rudy Castillo was
Read MorePosted: 11/04/2025
In Memoriam: Omar Avendaño 1980–2025
In MemoriamOmar Avendaño was wise beyond his years, and I am forever grateful for our 13 years together. During his life’s
Read MorePosted: 10/28/2025
In Memoriam: Ashleigh Brilliant 1933–2025
In MemoriamI first encountered Ashleigh Brilliant in an evening art class. He was handing out free postcard Pot-Shots to all the
Read MorePosted: 10/14/2025
In Memoriam: Bernard Hicks 1951–2025
In MemoriamBernard Hicks was affectionately called “the New Yorker” by Brother Matthew Brown. Both men kicked off the legendary Sunday broadcasting
Read MorePosted: 10/08/2025
In Memoriam: Jeanette Duncan 1937–2025
In MemoriamJeanette Duncan, who passed away in early August, was the very heartbeat of People’s Self-Help Housing for nearly four decades.
Read MorePosted: 09/24/2025
Maureen McMullen Groves
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1957 - 2025
A celebration of life will be held on March 14@1:00pm 236 E. Carrillo Blvd.Dress Hawaiian style.
Read MorePosted: 01/21/2026
Krzysztof Abbas
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1988 - 2025
Born in Detroit settled in Santa Barbara, proud Black nurse Krzysztof Abbas passed away suddenly. Loved by many. Please donate
Read MorePosted: 01/20/2026
Gabriel Mark Contreras
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1963 - 2026
The Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, January 31st at Veronica Springs Church in Santa Barbara, CA.
Read MorePosted: 01/20/2026
Mary Lorrene Halleck
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1933 - 2025
Funeral services will be held on February 12 at San Roque Church at 10:30 a.m.
Read MorePosted: 01/20/2026
Myer Louis “Lou” Browdy
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1940 - 2025
Memorial service will be held in the spring in Carpinteria, CA. Please share a story or memory about Lou via
Read MorePosted: 01/20/2026
Phillip Joseph DiBartolomeo
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1964 - 2026
Viewing will be held on January 22nd at Welch-Ryce-Haider (450 Ward Drive, Santa Barbara) from 9:30 am, with a service
Read MorePosted: 01/16/2026
Maria Sanchez Martin
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1917 - 2026
With her family by her side, Maria Martin entered into His presence on January 10, 2026, at the age of
Read MorePosted: 01/16/2026
Roger Cass
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1939 - 2025
Loving husband, father, grandfather & friend Roger Cass, formerly of Montecito, passed away at home Dec. 10th. Roger lays to
Read MorePosted: 01/16/2026
Dave Wyman
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1936 - 2025
Celebration of Life for Dave Wyman Date: Saturday, January 10 Time: 11:30 am Location: Trinity Episcopal Church 1500 State Street,
Read MorePosted: 01/09/2026
Barbara Susan Deutsch
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1940 - 2025
Celebration of life to be schedule in Spring in Denver, CO
Read MorePosted: 01/09/2026
Pamela Jean Loughrin
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1956 - 2025
Private Celebration of Life
Read MorePosted: 01/05/2026
Mark Anthony Quinones
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1985 - 2025
Mark Quinones, and his pilot, died in a private plane crash near Monroe WI. Born in NY, Mark lived in
Read MorePosted: 12/15/2025
Lois Coffin Ensberg
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1928 - 2025
To know her was to love her. Lois was born and raised as Lois Marion Coffin in Bangor, Maine where
Read MorePosted: 01/12/2026
Frank Derrick
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1941 - 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frank Larry Derrick, who died peacefully on January 2,
Read MorePosted: 01/09/2026
Rose Martha Jaffe
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1929 - 2025
Rose Martha Jaffe passed away peacefully at the age of 96 on December 20th, 2025, accompanied by her loving friends.
Read MorePosted: 01/09/2026
Diane Hopmans/Hampson
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1957 - 2025
Diane Hopmans (Hampson), 68, passed away unexpectedly on August 16, 2025, in Santa Barbara, California. She was born on January
Read MorePosted: 01/09/2026
Esther M. Woodruff
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1924 - 2025
Esther Mae Woodruff, 101, a Tucson, AZ resident, and long-time resident of Santa Barbara, CA, went to be with the
Read MorePosted: 01/09/2026
Rosanna D. Miranda
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1957 - 2026
Rosanna Miranda was called home to Papa on January 4, 2026. She died peacefully in her sleep, surrounded by her
Read MorePosted: 01/09/2026
Rosemary P Hester (née Lynch)
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1930 - 2026
Rosemary was born on March 5, 1930, in Santa Barbara, California, daughter of Arcadia Gutierrez and John Lynch, granddaughter of
Read MorePosted: 01/08/2026
Kathleen Isaac
Obituary1950-2025 Kathleen Louise Isaac (Walker) was born on December 4, 1950. Her parents were William and Jane Walker. A lifelong
Read MorePosted: 01/05/2026
Michael Arthur Glassow
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1940 - 2025
Michael “Mike” Glassow, a pioneering and transformative archaeologist, succumbed at age 85 to bladder cancer. A leading figure in California
Read MorePosted: 01/05/2026
Wilma Marvene Kearns “Margie”
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1931 - 2026
Margie was born in a small town in West Texas to Marvin and Belle Smith. Mom spent her childhood surrounded
Read MorePosted: 01/05/2026
Pamela Jean Loughrin
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1956 - 2025
Pamela Loughrin was a cherished daughter, devoted family member, and gentle soul whose kindness and creativity touched everyone who knew
Read MorePosted: 01/05/2026
Eamon H.Crawford
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1977 - 2025
Eamon fought a courageous sixteen months battle with cancer. He faced his illness with strength and grace. Survived by Mother
Read MorePosted: 01/05/2026
