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
Todd Bowles
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1952 - 2025
Todd Bowles passed away October 11, 2025 following an 18-month battle with cancer. A restorative exercise specialist, tennis player, and
Read MorePosted: 10/27/2025
John M. Rapacz
ObituaryJohn M. Rapacz, 82, of Santa Barbara, California passed away on August 31, 2025. Born in St. Johnsville, New York,
Read MorePosted: 10/27/2025
Thomas E. Murray, III
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1946 - 2025
Thomas E. Murray, III passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born in Bronxville,
Read MorePosted: 10/27/2025
Georgina Morin
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1934 - 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, friend, and teacher on September
Read MorePosted: 10/27/2025
Howard Louis Kraus
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1960 - 2025
Howard Louis Kraus was laid to rest on Sunday, October 12th in Costa Mesa, CA. He passed away on October
Read MorePosted: 10/27/2025
Gordon Wayne “Scoop” Boswell
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1945 - 2025
Gordon “Scoop” Boswell, 79, passed peacefully surrounded by family and Loved ones. Survived by daughter Alurie (Andrew), son Ryland, grandchildren
Read MorePosted: 10/27/2025
Dianna Lee Cottriel
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1967 - 2025
Dianna Lee Cottriel was born on September 12, 1967 at Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara to Judith Reed and Dennis
Read MorePosted: 10/27/2025
Jeanette France
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1942 - 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, friend, and wife. After
Read MorePosted: 10/27/2025
Carol Beth Gibbens
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1944 - 2025
Carol Beth Gibbens of Santa Barbara, California, passed away after an extended illness on October 15, 2025. Carol was known
Read MorePosted: 10/24/2025
Maria Mercedes Lopez
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1951 - 2025
Maria Mercedes Lopez, The beloved wife to Juan Lopez Luevanos and devoted mother to Alberto, Martha, Efrain, John, Saul, Adrain,
Read MorePosted: 10/23/2025
Alvin J. Topping
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1925 - 2025
Alvin J. Topping, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at the age of 100 in Goleta, California.
Read MorePosted: 10/23/2025
Shirley Fender
Obituary1951-2025 Shirley was born on May 13, 1951, in Bassett, Nebraska.to Delbert W Fender and Twila M Fender (Simons). Her
Read MorePosted: 10/23/2025
