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Ayesha Shaikh, MD 1948–2026
In MemoriamA Life of Healing, Strength, and Grace
Read MorePosted: 09/28/2026
Gloria Steinem 1934–2026
In MemoriamWith Love, Appreciation, and Gratitude
Read MorePosted: 09/09/2026
Monty Roberts 1935-2026
In MemoriamTo Monty Roberts, his training technique was never supposed to become more important than the horse. To him, horsemanship was a conversation happening in real time.
Read MorePosted: 09/01/2026
Alexandra C. Cole 1939–2026
In MemoriamA Champion of Historic Preservation
Read MorePosted: 08/17/2026
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
Jo-Ann McClelland
Death Notice
1948 - 2026
Mother, grandmother and sister who will be dearly missed. Celebration of life memorial will be held at a future date.
Read MorePosted: 10/09/2026
Amy “Denise” Stribling
Death Notice
1979 - 2026
In accordance with Denise’s wishes, her ashes will be scattered at sea during a private sailing off the Santa Barbara
Read MorePosted: 10/07/2026
James Richard Whorley, Jr.
Death Notice
1941 - 2026
Local cowboy also known as “Boogity”. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at the
Read MorePosted: 10/06/2026
Carol Anders
Death Notice
1941 - 2026
St.Marks-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church on October 23, 2036 at 11:00am
Read MorePosted: 10/05/2026
Michael Joseph Woodruff
Death Notice
1945 - 2026
A memorial service celebrating his life will be held on October 23, 2026, at 10:30 AM, at King of Grace
Read MorePosted: 10/05/2026
Rubin “Rube” Boxer
Death Notice
1927 - 2026
Engineer, VP General Research Corp, WWII Navy vet, devoted husband to Pearl, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Deeply loved and missed.
Read MorePosted: 09/25/2026
Daniel Joseph Feldhaus
Death Notice
1947 - 2026
A memorial service for Dan will be held on October 10, 2026, 1:00p.m. at the Rancho Goleta Lakeside Clubhouse, 945
Read MorePosted: 09/10/2026
Rita Ann Feldhaus
Death Notice
1947 - 2026
A memorial service for Rita will be held on October 10, 2026, 1:00p.m. at the Rancho Goleta Lakeside Clubhouse, 945
Read MorePosted: 09/10/2026
Russell Clay Ruiz
Death Notice
1955 - 2026
Military graveside service: Santa Barbara Cemetery, September 3 at 10:00 AM. Memorial service: Oaks Bible Church, 400 Puente Drive at
Read MorePosted: 09/02/2026
Alexandra Chappell Cole
Death Notice
1939 - 2026
There will be a small private family gathering at a future date to celebrate her life.
Read MorePosted: 08/31/2026
Carol Ann Anderson
Death Notice
1934 - 2026
September 18, 2026, 10:00am at St. Mark’s in the Valley Episcopal Church, Los Olivos, California
Read MorePosted: 08/31/2026
Nancy Leslie Enholm
Obituary
1958 - 2025
Nancy Leslie Enholm passed away on April 26th, in San Luis Obispo, CA. Nancy called Santa Barbara home for nearly
Read MorePosted: 06/30/2025
Susan Lydon
Obituary
1951 - 2025
Susan Lydon–beloved wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and artist–died peacefully on June 11, surrounded by family and friends. She was 74.
Read MorePosted: 06/30/2025
Paul Rodriguez
ObituaryPaul was born in Santa Barbara, California on July 27th, 1954. He was raised in a large family and grew
Read MorePosted: 06/30/2025
Arturo (Art) Gaitan
Obituary
1932 - 2025
Arturo (Art) Gaitan, proud son of Mexican immigrant parents, respected leader in education, cherished father, grandfather, brother, and devoted husband,
Read MorePosted: 06/30/2025
Gordon Charles “Gordy” Ablitt
Obituary
1939 - 2025
Gordon Charles “Gordy” Ablitt, 85, a Navy SEAL veteran, loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 21,
Read MorePosted: 06/27/2025
Brian Douglas Dell
ObituaryBrian Dell died recently. A native of Chicago, Brian lived there until he was nine. After living in St. Louis
Read MorePosted: 06/27/2025
Ernest Torres Martinez
Obituary
1934 - 2025
Ernest Torres Martinez, 90, was peacefully called home to the Lord on June 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Read MorePosted: 06/26/2025
Patricia Stuart Johnson
Obituary
1936 - 2025
With a radiant smile and a generous heart, Patricia Stuart Johnson lived a life rich in love, creativity, and grace.
Read MorePosted: 06/25/2025
Oliver Wheeler
ObituaryMemorial Service Greater Hope Missionary Baptist Church 430 East Figueroa Street, Santa Barbara Sunday, July 27, 2 p.m. If you
Read MorePosted: 06/25/2025
Robert B Pentecost
Obituary
1962 - 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bobby, who departed this life on June 11, 2025, at the age
Read MorePosted: 06/24/2025
Michael Joseph McMahan
Obituary
1950 - 2025
In Loving Memory of Brother, Friend & Father Michael “Mike” McMahan passed away peacefully at his home in Santa Barbara
Read MorePosted: 06/23/2025
Dennis Ruben Morelos
ObituaryIt is with deep sorrow and eternal love that our beloved brother peacefully passed away on May 21st, 2025 in
Read MorePosted: 06/23/2025
