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
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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
Ernestine Ygnacio-De Soto 1938–2026
In MemoriamErnestine Ygnacio-De Soto, who passed away at age 87, served as an important link to Santa Barbara’s Chumash heritage. A
Read MorePosted: 02/18/2026
Daniel Arthur Reicker 1942–2025
In MemoriamCharitable Patron, Counselor, Mentor, and Friend
Read MorePosted: 02/10/2026
Paul Tremont
Death Notice
1948 - 2026
A 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 Notice
1948 - 2026
Private service already happened no need to mention
Read MorePosted: 07/06/2026
Inez Alvarado Jr. (Jay)
Death Notice
1941 - 2026
A 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
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1940 - 2026
Barbara 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
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1961 - 2026
Private service at this time
Read MorePosted: 06/22/2026
Patricia Anne Skehan
Death Notice
1941 - 2026
Calvery Catholic Cemetery, Santa Barbara June 29, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
Read MorePosted: 06/22/2026
Susan Kuyper
Death Notice
1942 - 2026
Susan 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 Notice
1932 - 2026
Services 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 Notice
1924 - 2026
Rosary 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
Patricia Louise Reid
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1940 - 2026
Memorial Service: Saturday, June 20, 11am at Welch-Ryce-Haider Goleta. Please visit www.wrhsb.com to leave an online memory or condolence.
Read MorePosted: 06/08/2026
Patricia Louise Reid
Death Notice
1940 - 2026
Memorial Service: Saturday, June 20, 11:00am at the Welch-Ryce-Haider Goleta Funeral Chapel. 450 Ward Dr. Santa Barbara, Ca 93111. To
Read MorePosted: 06/04/2026
Beverly (Bev) Rose Abrams
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1956 - 2025
Bev awakened every morning with a smile on her face. Bev Abrams was an educator who has been a teacher,
Read MorePosted: 05/20/2025
Ernest (Skip) Willis
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1949 - 2025
Ernest “Skip” Willis, born 2/16/1949 in South Boston, Mass. Died 5/12/2025 at Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara. He was raised
Read MorePosted: 05/20/2025
Michael Brent Williams
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1964 - 2025
Michael Brent Williams, age 60, passed away May 17th 2025, in Tehachapi, CA. March of this year he was diagnosed
Read MorePosted: 05/19/2025
Daniel Protheroe
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1952 - 2025
Daniel worked as a recording engineer in Santa Barbara for decades, recording music for local musicians and benefit events, in
Read MorePosted: 05/19/2025
William Leonard Sweda
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1967 - 2025
William Leonard Sweda, 57, of Santa Barbara, died unexpectedly on Sunday, May 11, 2025. Born in Port Jefferson, New York,
Read MorePosted: 05/19/2025
Helen Postel
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1928 - 2025
Helen Theresa Postel, 97, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025 (Mother’s Day). Born on March 11,1928 in Niagara Falls,
Read MorePosted: 05/19/2025
Raul “Red” Fierro
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1932 - 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Raul Fierro, a devoted father, proud veteran, and faithful man of God,
Read MorePosted: 05/19/2025
Sister Lucy (Lucy Julie) Holguin
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1927 - 2025
We remember with gratitude the life of Sister Lucy Holguin who was a Sister of Notre Dame for 79 years.
Read MorePosted: 05/19/2025
Sandy Campbell
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1951 - 2025
Sandy Campbell died peacefully on May 11, 2025, at age 73, surrounded by family. Born in Winnipeg and raised in
Read MorePosted: 05/19/2025
Rebecca Jane Groves
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1947 - 2025
Rebecca Jane Groves, 77, of Buellton, CA, passed away on May 10, 2025, at Mission Park Healthcare Center in Santa
Read MorePosted: 05/19/2025
Joseph Lucas Conklin
ObituaryJoseph Lucas Conklin, known to family and friends as Luke, passed away peacefully from brain cancer on May 12, 2025.
Read MorePosted: 05/19/2025
Nancy Ann (Kientzler) Minton
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1933 - 2025
Born September 2, 1933 in Santa Barbara, graduated Peabody 1945, SBHS 1951, UCSB 1955 the first class on the Goleta
Read MorePosted: 05/12/2025
