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Antonio Gardella 1950–2026
In MemoriamPassion, enthusiasm, excitement, joy, and glee. If you know what these feel like, then you know what Antonio Gardella was
Read MorePosted: 07/28/2026
Dick Dunlap 1939–2026
In MemoriamDick Dunlap was not an open book kind of guy. He had an air of mystique and soft-spoken introspection about
Read MorePosted: 07/22/2026
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
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
Gabriele Christa Drozdowski
Death NoticePlease join us in Fleischmann Auditorium from 11:00AM to 2:00PM on August 9th to celebrate Gabi’s life. https://www.mykeeper.com/GabrieleDrozdowski
Read MorePosted: 07/28/2026
Elizabeth A Brooks
Death NoticeKnown 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
Death NoticeA 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
Death NoticePrivate service already happened no need to mention
Read MorePosted: 07/06/2026
Inez Alvarado Jr. (Jay)
Death NoticeA 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
Death NoticeBarbara 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
Death NoticePrivate service at this time
Read MorePosted: 06/22/2026
Patricia Anne Skehan
Death NoticeCalvery Catholic Cemetery, Santa Barbara June 29, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
Read MorePosted: 06/22/2026
Susan Kuyper
Death NoticeSusan 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 NoticeServices 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 NoticeRosary 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
John K. Flynn
ObituaryJohn K. Flynn, who was raised in Santa Barbara County and served 32 years on the Ventura County Board of
Read MorePosted: 02/22/2022
Branko Bucifal
ObituaryBranko Bucifal, 43, passed away unexpectedly January 27, 2022, in Santa Barbara, CA. He was born December 22, 1978, in
Read MorePosted: 02/22/2022
Rosita Espinoza
ObituaryRosita Espinoza who passed away this past Thursday February 17th, 2022 and was 102 at the time of her death
Read MorePosted: 02/22/2022
Jeremy Maxwell Kermit
ObituaryJeremy Maxwell Kermit was born on May 11th, 1983 into the loving home of his parents Eben and Kathy Kermit.
Read MorePosted: 02/21/2022
William James Oreña King
ObituaryLos Alamos cattleman William “Bill” King, 81, passed away at home on February 13. A proud sixth-generation Californian, he was
Read MorePosted: 02/18/2022
Paul Zakaras
Obituary1940 – 2022 Paul Zakaras was born in Telsiai, Lithuania, in 1940. His family fled the Soviet occupation of their
Read MorePosted: 02/18/2022
Wayne R. Nelson
ObituaryWayne R. Nelson, long time resident of Santa Barbara passed away February 11, 2022 in Santa Barbara. Born August 28,
Read MorePosted: 02/18/2022
Robert A Young
ObituarySanta Barbara native and retired teacher, Robert A. Young, Jr., passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022 in Ft. Myers,
Read MorePosted: 02/17/2022
Parker Henry Bainter
ObituaryParker Henry Bainter passed away in the arms of his loving parents just five days shy of his 6-month birthday.
Read MorePosted: 02/16/2022
Jan DeWitt
ObituaryIt is with great sadness that the family of Jan DeWitt announces his passing on January 29, 2022. Jan’s life
Read MorePosted: 02/15/2022
Michelle Elyse McCutchan Kendall
ObituaryMichelle Elyse McCutchan Kendall died at her home in Santa Barbara, surrounded by family and friends, on September 26th, 2021.
Read MorePosted: 02/15/2022
Jim Garvey
ObituaryFormer Santa Barbara resident, Jim Garvey, passed away on October 15, 2021, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, after a brief illness.
Read MorePosted: 02/15/2022
