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
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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
In Memoriam: Peter MacDougall 1939–2025
In MemoriamIn August, Santa Barbara lost one of its most dynamic community leaders: Dr. Peter MacDougall. Commentaries in the media paid
Read MorePosted: 09/17/2025
In Memoriam: Daniel Lentz 1941–2025
In MemoriamDaniel Lentz, a noted composer with a global audience and reputation, died in Santa Barbara on July 25 of heart
Read MorePosted: 09/09/2025
In Memoriam: Greta Green 1943-2025
In MemoriamLongtime Santa Barbara resident Greta Green passed away last month after 81 years of fearless living. From an early age,
Read MorePosted: 09/04/2025
In Memoriam: John Martin 1930-2025
In MemoriamJohn Martin is no longer with us. He was my friend for 50 years and a sage teacher in more
Read MorePosted: 08/26/2025
In Memoriam: Edward George Maschke 1948–2025
In MemoriamEd Maschke, longtime Santa Barbara County environmental activist, political consultant, labor organizer, and elected official, passed away peacefully at his
Read MorePosted: 08/19/2025
Joseph Tyrone Holt
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1956 - 2025
Services at New Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 912 E Cota St., Santa Barbara, CA 93103.
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2025
Latif Evans
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1982 - 2025
Latif lived his life with a giving and generous heart always looking out for others. He was artistic and loved
Read MorePosted: 11/06/2025
Robert Anthony Bonetti
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1949 - 2025
Born in Santa Barbara, California on July 24, 1949. In 1968 he joined the United States Navy and served during
Read MorePosted: 11/06/2025
Nancy Dooley
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1938 - 2025
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Greater Hope Baptist Church,
Read MorePosted: 11/03/2025
Dianna Lee Cottriel (Romero)
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1967 - 2025
Sunday, November 9, 2025 12pm Glen Annie Golf Club RSVP required https://everloved.com/life-of/dianna-cottriel/
Read MorePosted: 10/20/2025
Francisco Javier Rocha
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1947 - 2025
Wed. 10/29/25 at 11 am at McDermott-Crockett Mortuary, 2020 Chapala St. Santa Barbara, CA 93105, Reception at Tucker’s Grove Park
Read MorePosted: 10/20/2025
Louise Anita Cota
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1930 - 2025
A service will be held on Saturday October 25, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 5444 Hollister Ave., Santa Barbara, CA 93111.
Read MorePosted: 10/20/2025
Jesus “Jesse” Limas
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1946 - 2025
Celebration of Life held on October 12, 2025 at 3pm at 435 North G Street in Lompoc. Please share stories
Read MorePosted: 09/26/2025
Pablo G. Rosales
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1957 - 2025
Pablo G. Rosales passed away peacefully at Serenity House VNA on 9/21/25. Share memories & contact his son Joel at
Read MorePosted: 09/24/2025
John Altamirano
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1929 - 2025
John Altamirano passed away peacefully at his home on August 16th. He loved life and his family. Donations can be
Read MorePosted: 09/05/2025
Patricia Ann Ricketts
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1931 - 2024
Patricia Ricketts passed away August 16, 2024. She had arrangements made through the Neptune Society.
Read MorePosted: 08/04/2025
David A Cummings
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1961 - 2025
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 11am to 3pm at Mulligans Cafe, Santa
Read MorePosted: 07/15/2025
Richard A. Yee
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1958 - 2025
Richard A. Yee, a lifelong resident of Santa Barbara, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025. Born on November 23,
Read MorePosted: 11/10/2025
Ronald Glen Smith
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1947 - 2025
Ron Smith of Santa Barbara, California, passed away suddenly on November 7, 2025. Ron courageously dealt with multiple health issues
Read MorePosted: 11/10/2025
Roger Whalen
Obituary1938-2025 Roger Whalen, dad, grandpa, and close friend to many, passed away surrounded by family and his dear friend and
Read MorePosted: 11/07/2025
Dianne Lynn Smyth
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1951 - 2025
Smyth, Dianne Lynn, 74, of Santa Barbara, CA passed away on October 16, 2025. Dianne was born in Ontario Canada
Read MorePosted: 11/07/2025
Michael Harrison Smith
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1945 - 2025
Michael H. Smith, 80, Santa Barbara, a Pasadena native known for his generosity and love of music, passed away peacefully
Read MorePosted: 11/06/2025
Dr. Yoel Irwin Haller
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1930 - 2025
Dr. Yoel I. Haller–Devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and beloved physician–passed away peacefully, surrounded with love, at the age of
Read MorePosted: 11/05/2025
Beverly Eastwood
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1930 - 2025
Beverly Eastwood lived a full and wonderful life, rich with love, laughter, and adventure. She passed away peacefully on September
Read MorePosted: 11/05/2025
Phyllis Gail Overeem
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1935 - 2025
Phyllis Overeem was born in Oxnard, California on March 3, 1935. She was the oldest child of Phillip Philbrook and
Read MorePosted: 11/05/2025
Jose Luis Vargas Saldana
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1956 - 2025
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing away of our brother, Jose “Luis” Vargas Saldana, on Friday, October 24,
Read MorePosted: 11/05/2025
Ruth Pugh Carter Kosh
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1925 - 2025
Ruth Pugh Carter Kosh was born on September 18, 1925 and died on October 30, 2025, at the age of
Read MorePosted: 11/05/2025
Doris Jean Elias
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1949 - 2025
Doris Jean Elias, who went by Dee at age, 76 passed away peacefully and surrounded by her loved ones on
Read MorePosted: 11/03/2025
Jaclyn Henretig
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1945 - 2025
Jaclyn Henretig died peacefully at home on Friday, October 17th after a long, patient struggle with brain tumors. Her wife
Read MorePosted: 11/03/2025
