Chet Gala: 1933-2011
In MemoriamIt was my good fortune to meet Chet Gala almost immediately upon moving to Santa Barbara in 1983 to take a job as reporter with the Santa Barbara News & Review.
Read MorePosted: 01/26/2012
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Rachel Oatman Johansen: 1931-2011
In MemoriamRachel Johansen — for 31 years one of the pillars of the Starr King Parent-Child Workshop — was all about giving young minds and souls the freedom to wander, choose, and experiment.
Read MorePosted: 01/10/2012
Richard Rollin Rintoul: 1955-2011
In MemoriamRichard’s relationship to rhythms and rests always extended beyond the batons, bows, and body he has now left behind.
Read MorePosted: 01/04/2012
Bess Christensen: 1916-2011
In MemoriamBess was a woman of great strength and integrity who made a positive difference in our community. She was not afraid to get up and tell elected officials they were wrong, but she did it with such civility that often they thanked her and sometimes they changed their former position.
Read MorePosted: 12/21/2011
Michael Henry Shobe: 1954-2011
In MemoriamAlthough Mike Shobe did pass on to some very pearly gates on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, we have not completely lost him. He was a legendary figure in our community, and legends never die. Just ask Johnny Appleseed.
Read MorePosted: 12/15/2011
Annette Goodheart: 1935-2011
In MemoriamAnnette Goodheart earned an international reputation as author of the book Laughter Therapy: How to Laugh About Everything in Your Life That Isn’t Really Funny.
Read MorePosted: 12/06/2011
David Myrick: 1918-2011
In MemoriamDavid F. Myrick is gone now, but his two monumental books about the transition of sleepy Santa Barbara and Montecito into regions of great estates are lasting legacies.
Read MorePosted: 12/01/2011
Jan Tyler: 1935-2011
In MemoriamA single mother who built a great life for herself and her children, Jan called many people in Santa Barbara, from the world of real estate to the docks of the harbor, her dear friends. Fair winds and following seas!
Read MorePosted: 11/20/2011
Ronald Stetter: 1947-1968
In MemoriamRonald Thomas Stetter died during the Tet Offensive in the Vietnam War.
Read MorePosted: 11/11/2011
Jungle Payne: 1952-2011
In MemoriamJungle Payne was one of the principal, early proponents of a plan for Santa Barbara to accommodate bicyclists, which eventually resulted in the establishment of the bike lanes on Castillo and Bath streets.
Read MorePosted: 10/26/2011
A.R. “Pete” Diamond, Jr.: 1950-2011
In MemoriamTo get a true picture of this beloved man, it’s best to hear from people with whom he shared much of his life.
Read MorePosted: 10/12/2011
Beth Oakes Wood: 1942-2011
In MemoriamColleagues, friends, and family members recall Mrs. Wood as a tenacious civic activist and a caring educator who fought hard for responsible planning throughout Santa Barbara County. Though she tended to focus her considerable talents on preservation efforts, Mrs. Wood was an outspoken advocate for political involvement by all, and a behind-the-scenes consultant to people across the political spectrum.
Read MorePosted: 10/02/2011
Glenda L. Vasquez
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1936 - 2023
Arrangements are under the direction of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary, Crematory and Memory Gardens. www.dudleyhoffmanmortuary.com
Read MorePosted: 08/23/2023
Rebecca R. Ruiz
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1945 - 2023
Graveside Service; Saturday, August 26th., 11am at Calvary Cemetery.
Read MorePosted: 08/14/2023
Kenny Alphonso Peterson
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1973 - 2023
Kenny was a wonderful husband, uncle, friend and light to everyone he met. His laugh was infectious and he could
Read MorePosted: 08/07/2023
Margarito “Mugs” Delgadillo
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1931 - 2023
Saturday, July 29, at 11:00am at St. Raphael Catholic Church 5444 Hollister Ave. Santa Barbara. Reception to follow in the
Read MorePosted: 07/19/2023
John R. Duddy
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1947 - 2023
John R. Duddy had 3 cities he called home; Pasadena, Santa Barbara and Santa Rosa. He will be missed by
Read MorePosted: 07/17/2023
Barbara Ann Nowlin Billings
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1950 - 2023
Barbara Billings was born December 29, 1950 in Kansas City, Missouri. She grew up in Kansas and lived in Santa
Read MorePosted: 07/17/2023
Dr. Seth E. Anderson
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1938 - 2023
A memorial service will be held at 2pm on Saturday, 7/21, at Trinity Lutheran Church (corner of Foothill and LaCumbre).
Read MorePosted: 07/10/2023
John Switzer
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1929 - 2023
There will be a Funeral Mass for John at St. Raphaels Church, July 18th at 11 am
Read MorePosted: 06/27/2023
Edward L. Sherman
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1935 - 2023
Service information will be provided at a later date.
Read MorePosted: 06/26/2023
Fain Scott Conner
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1935 - 2023
We will celebrate Fain’s life July 3, 11:00 at Camarillo All Nations Church, 1369 Del Norte Rd. Camarillo Ca.
Read MorePosted: 06/20/2023
Robert Henry Felix
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1960 - 2023
Robert Henry Felix 62 passed away June 2, 2023. Graveside Services June 21, 2023 at 10:00am Carpinteria Cemetery, 1501 Cravens
Read MorePosted: 06/12/2023
Herman Fogata, Jr.
Obituary
1924 - 2023
Herman Fogata, a dedicated and compassionate individual, peacefully passed away in Seal Beach, CA on August 26, 2023, at the
Read MorePosted: 09/13/2023
James E. Herman
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1945 - 2023
James E. Herman lived a life in full for nearly eight decades. Those who knew and loved him only regret
Read MorePosted: 09/12/2023
Jim Covert
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1942 - 2023
Jim was born in Chicago on November 30, 1942. He passed away on Sept. 3, 2023 in Canada. Jim was
Read MorePosted: 09/12/2023
Stephen Wellman Dunn
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1943 - 2023
Stephen Wellman Dunn was born on 01/13/1943 to parents Bessie Wellman and Joseph Dunn and was raised in Detroit, Mi.
Read MorePosted: 09/12/2023
Susannah Claire Kelly
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1987 - 2023
Susannah Claire Kelly (36) passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2023 in Portland, Oregon, due to a sudden and severe
Read MorePosted: 09/12/2023
Elspeth Mary (Brown) Collins
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1937 - 2023
Elspeth Collins, 85, died peacefully on June 6, 2023 at Serenity House in Santa Barbara after an unfortunate struggle with
Read MorePosted: 09/11/2023
Marilyn Cropley
ObituaryOn September 8, 2023 while taking an afternoon rest in her own bed, Marilyn Cropley peacefully passed over to the
Read MorePosted: 09/11/2023
Robert Benedetto
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1923 - 2023
In Loving Memory of Robert (Bagsey) Benedetto Bob, known to his family and friends as Bagsey, was a devoted husband,
Read MorePosted: 09/07/2023
Bruce Michael Glenn
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1948 - 2023
Bruce Michael Glenn beloved husband of 50 years and cherised father to Karen and Eric Glenn died on 8/30/23. He
Read MorePosted: 09/06/2023
Marguerite Noel Downing
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1928 - 2023
Marguerite drew her final breath just less than a year after her husband Jim drew his. She is survived by
Read MorePosted: 09/06/2023
Laura Jane Milton
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1966 - 2023
Laura Jane Milton of Santa Barbara, California, passed away on August 22, 2023, at the age of 57 from ALS.
Read MorePosted: 09/05/2023
David Anthony Petrini
ObituaryDavid Anthony Petrini 10/2/1975 – 8/23/2023 Our beloved David passed away unexpectedly on August 23rd , 2023. David was born
Read MorePosted: 09/05/2023
