Obituaries
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
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
Latif Evans
Death NoticeLatif 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
Death NoticeBorn 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
Death NoticeA 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)
Death NoticeSunday, 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
Death NoticeWed. 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
Death NoticeA 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
Death NoticeCelebration 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
Death NoticePablo 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
Death NoticeJohn 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
Death NoticePatricia Ricketts passed away August 16, 2024. She had arrangements made through the Neptune Society.
Read MorePosted: 08/04/2025
David A Cummings
Death NoticeA Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 11am to 3pm at Mulligans Cafe, Santa
Read MorePosted: 07/15/2025
Barry Lee Sullivan
ObituaryOn the evening of October 1st., Papa Bear passed away. He was blessed to have passed at home, surrounded by
Read MorePosted: 11/25/2025
Joseph J. Mueller
ObituaryJoseph “Coach” Mueller passed away at his home on November 2, 2025. Born May 11, 1932 in San Bernardino, California,
Read MorePosted: 11/25/2025
Dean Joseph DePhillipo
ObituaryDean Joseph DePhillipo, age 66, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 14th, 2025. Born on June 24th 1959
Read MorePosted: 11/24/2025
Charlotte Richardson
ObituaryCharlotte Richardson, beloved wife and best friend of D. Kenneth Richardson of Santa Barbara, passed away peacefully on November 17.
Read MorePosted: 11/24/2025
Patty Slater Tunnicliffe
ObituaryPatty Slater Tunnicliffe was born on January 13, 1942, to Robert and Esther Slater in Sacramento, California. The family moved
Read MorePosted: 11/21/2025
Polly Palmer Nicoll
ObituaryAfter a full and creative life, Polly Palmer Nicoll, 95, passed away in Santa Barbara on November 14, 2025. She
Read MorePosted: 11/21/2025
David Valencia
Obituary1942-2025 David A. Valencia passed away unexpectedly on November 13, 2025, at the age of 83. He was a loving
Read MorePosted: 11/21/2025
Frances Henriette “Tati” Hargett
ObituaryFrances “Tati” Hargett passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025 at the age of 98. She was preceded in death
Read MorePosted: 11/21/2025
Donna L. Matthews
ObituaryDonna Lenore Matthews, 83, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of strength, generosity, and profound
Read MorePosted: 11/21/2025
Stella Frances Torres
ObituaryStella, who was a kind-hearted and loving wife, mother, grandma, and great-grandma, passed away peacefully at the age of 85
Read MorePosted: 11/21/2025
Sally Marie Sanchez
ObituarySally Marie Sanchez, 85, of Carpinteria, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, in Santa Barbara. Born on February 26,
Read MorePosted: 11/20/2025
