In Memoriam: Helga Carden 1925-2025
In MemoriamHelga Carden passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, in Santa Barbara at the age of 99. A Holocaust survivor,
Read MorePosted: 04/15/2025
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In Memoriam: Oliver Wheeler 1950-2025
In MemoriamOliver Wheeler, a son of Santa Barbara and the godfather of its basketball scene, died from cardiac arrest at Cottage
Read MorePosted: 04/10/2025
In Memoriam: Robert ‘Bob’ Ratcliffe 1936–2024
In MemoriamWhen Santa Barbara diving pioneer Bob Ratcliffe was 16 years old and in the 11th grade, he snorkeled into the
Read MorePosted: 04/01/2025
In Memoriam: Charlie Perry Eckberg 1948–2025
In MemoriamCharles Perry Eckberg lived a purposeful and good life. He was an Earth Warrior with a kind soul. Born in
Read MorePosted: 03/19/2025
In Memoriam: Dave Fritzen 1944–2025
In MemoriamDave Fritzen was a force of nature — full of contradictions, a master at making friends despite his backhanded compliments
Read MorePosted: 03/18/2025
In Memoriam: Carol Storke 1936–2025
In MemoriamThe first time I saw Carol was in the Fiesta Parade in 1953. Her father was El Presidente that year
Read MorePosted: 03/05/2025
In Memoriam Dr. Charles Camillo Fenzi 1941–2025
In MemoriamAs I sit down to write these words, I find myself both filled with gratitude and overwhelmed by the loss
Read MorePosted: 02/26/2025
In Memoriam Anna Bunting 1949–2024
In MemoriamAnna Bunting left this life on November 27, 2024, for the mysteries of death that had always interested her. She
Read MorePosted: 02/19/2025
In Memoriam: Edward Anthony ‘Bud’ Girard, Jr. 1930–2025
In MemoriamDad’s life story impressed me from the get-go. As a wee kid, I always announced to visitors, “My daddy can
Read MorePosted: 02/12/2025
In Memoriam: Erin Therese Graffy de Garcia 195?-2025
In MemoriamErin Therese Graffy de Garcia, Santa Barbara’s “Society Lady,” passed away early in the morning on January 21, 2025, from
Read MorePosted: 02/12/2025
In Memoriam: Mark A. Ward 1948-2024
In MemoriamMark A. Ward, a local landmark and my best friend for more than 50 years, passed away peacefully on November
Read MorePosted: 12/13/2024
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Maureen White
1924-2024
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Maureen White, who was buried July 26, on what would have been her 100th birthday, moved to Santa Barbara in
Read MorePosted: 11/19/2024
Raul (Red) Fierro
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1932 - 2025
Funeral services will be announced at a later date.
Read MorePosted: 02/28/2025
Tywanda Stallings
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1977 - 2025
A viewing will be held on March 6th at McDermott-Crockett from 12-5p. Graveside services will be held on March 7th
Read MorePosted: 02/17/2025
Julia Rocha Balli
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1958 - 2025
Julia Rocha Balli was layed to rest on January 31st 2025.At Calvary CemeterySanta Barbra, Ca. She is survived by her
Read MorePosted: 02/07/2025
Kathi Backus
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1970 - 1970
We miss our friend Kathi, cat hero, Ragtime composer, pianist, SB Radio Club member. A memorial will be held 2/16/25,
Read MorePosted: 02/07/2025
James R Sylvester Jr
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1957 - 2025
A beachside memorial service will be held in Santa Barbara at a future date https://www.knaufffuneralhomes.com/obituary/james-sylvester-jr
Read MorePosted: 01/31/2025
Randal (Randy) Williams
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1947 - 2024
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 2 PM at the EMID Community
Read MorePosted: 01/31/2025
Charles Ryan
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1931 - 2024
We would like to share Chuck’s obituary with our SB friends: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/millcreek-ut/charles-ryan-12138478
Read MorePosted: 01/23/2025
Eddie Lee White
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1939 - 2024
Greater Hope Missionary Baptist Church January 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM 430 East Figueroa St Santa Barbara Burial: Carpinteria Cemetery
Read MorePosted: 01/13/2025
Helen Wiley
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1936 - 2024
The Santa Barbara Club (date to be announced)
Read MorePosted: 11/27/2024
Mark A. Ward
Death Notice
1948 - 2024
A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, January 25th 2025, 11 am, at the Santa Barbara Elks Club in Goleta.
Read MorePosted: 11/25/2024
David Lee VanHoy
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1953 - 2024
In David’s honor, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association California Central Coast Chapter in Santa Barbara.
Read MorePosted: 10/22/2024
Yolanda Morales
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1937 - 2024
Possible memorial at future date.
Read MorePosted: 10/16/2024
Sofia “Rusty” Rusnarczyk Meznarich
Obituary
1923 - 2025
Sofia “Rusty” Rusnarczyk Meznarich of Santa Barbara passed peacefully on March 4, 2025, at the age of 101, surrounded by
Read MorePosted: 04/17/2025
Federico S. Claveria
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1953 - 2025
Federico S. Claveria Jr. “Duke” passed away on April 7th, 2025 at the age of 72 in Las Vegas where
Read MorePosted: 04/15/2025
Richard (Dick) Axilrod
ObituaryDick Axilrod passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025. “Special” He was that to everyone who met him. He was
Read MorePosted: 04/14/2025
Jean Wiechel Ogle
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1925 - 2025
Jean W. Ogle passed away peacefully in her home on April 2, 2025, just four months shy of her 100th
Read MorePosted: 04/14/2025
Raquel Vela Mendoza
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1930 - 2025
Raquel, Mrs. Mendoza, or Raquelita as she was fondly known, died on February 25, 2025, at the age of 94
Read MorePosted: 04/14/2025
Tia Tomlin Smith
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1970 - 2025
Tia Tomlin Smith of Santa Barbara passed away on March 4, 2025 in Los Angeles from complications related to Huntington’s
Read MorePosted: 04/14/2025
Eric Reeder
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1967 - 2025
A Life Lived Fully** From the very beginning, Eric lived life with energy and purpose. Born in Portland, Maine, and
Read MorePosted: 04/14/2025
Helen Teruko Kurozumi
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1931 - 2025
Helen Teruko Kurozumi, 93, of Santa Barbara, CA passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025. She was born on December
Read MorePosted: 04/14/2025
Paul Renteria
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1975 - 2025
It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that we share news of the passing of Paul Renteria on
Read MorePosted: 04/14/2025
George Wilson Jones
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1941 - 2025
George Wilson Jones, a local legend for over 75 years, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025, at the age
Read MorePosted: 04/11/2025
Anne Pomeroy Compogiannis
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1931 - 2025
Kathrine Anne Pomeroy entered the world on May 18, 1931 in Los Angeles, Ca. She joined her three year old
Read MorePosted: 04/11/2025
John Edward Bleck
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1933 - 2025
John Edward Bleck passed away peacefully at Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, California on April 3, 2025, just three weeks
Read MorePosted: 04/10/2025
