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
Douglas Keith Phelps
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1965 - 2025
No Service he lived life as a free soul and now he’s free.
Read MorePosted: 12/05/2025
Jean K Svoboda
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1930 - 2025
Memorial Service will be held on January 9, 2026, at 11:00 at Welch-Ryce, 15 East Sola Street, Santa Barbara.
Read MorePosted: 12/05/2025
Lisa L. Gurney
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1931 - 2025
Memorial to be held in the spring.
Read MorePosted: 12/05/2025
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
Ellie Johnson
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1935 - 2025
Elenore (Ellie) Johnson, a beloved mother, grandmother and friend, passed away on October 25, 2025 at the age of 90.
Read MorePosted: 11/03/2025
Hermila Monarres
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1938 - 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Hermila (Yañez) Monarres, a beloved sister, wife, mother, grandmother,
Read MorePosted: 11/03/2025
Timothy Ross aka “TR”
Obituary1947-2025 Tim passed away unexpectedly at Cottage Hospital on Wednesday, October 22, from a heart problem. He was born Timothy
Read MorePosted: 11/03/2025
Robert Steven Blois
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1951 - 2025
Robert Steven (“Steve”) Blois passed away on October 26, 2025, due to complications from mesothelioma. Steve was born on November
Read MorePosted: 11/03/2025
Arla Lue Marie Martindale
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1940 - 2025
Arla Martindale, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away Wednesday October 22nd surrounded by her family. Born on
Read MorePosted: 11/03/2025
Nadine T. Schlothauer
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1931 - 2025
Nadine T. Schlothauer, 94, passed away peacefully on Sept. 13, 2025, at Vista del Monte Retirement Community in Santa Barbara,
Read MorePosted: 11/03/2025
Thomas Jean Morrison
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1935 - 2025
This is a love story, and a life story. Tom and I have known each other since 6th grade when
Read MorePosted: 10/30/2025
Michael William Mealiffe
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1940 - 2025
Michael Mealiffe, a beloved husband, father, friend and multiple-world-record-holding swimmer, died on October 22 in Santa Barbara, CA. He was
Read MorePosted: 10/30/2025
Carolyn Sue Kumm
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1939 - 2025
Carolyn Sue Kumm, formerly Carolyn Sue Miller, peacefully passed away on October 2, 2025. She was born on July 13,
Read MorePosted: 10/30/2025
Edward R. Usher
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1947 - 2025
Edward Robert Usher was born on December 19, 1947, in Glendale, CA. Ed passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025,
Read MorePosted: 10/30/2025
Carmelita Belle DeCarlo Williams
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1940 - 2025
Carmelita Belle DeCarlo Williams passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, after a short illness. She was
Read MorePosted: 10/29/2025
