Francisca Ibarra Sanabria
Jul 3, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Francisca Ibarra Sanabria on July 3rd, 2025. She was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend. Born in Huetamo, Michoacan, Mexico, Francisca spent her adult youth working as a school teacher. In the late 1950's, she moved to Santa Barbara where she met her husband, Manuel Espinoza. Together,...
Corinne Carrie Harper
Jul 1, 2025
Corinne Carrie Harper, 90, of Santa Barbara, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born on June 26, 1935, in Santa Barbara, Corinne was the beloved daughter of Sarala Cota-Curtis and John Curtis. She graduated from Santa Barbara High School in 1954. Corinne dedicated over 40 years of...
Hilda Xitzelt Camarillo
Jun 30, 2025
Hilda Xitzelt Camarillo, a kind and thoughtful soul who brought warmth and laughter to everyone she met, passed away on June 30, 2025. Born on Jan. 17, 1950 in Estado de México, Mexico, Hilda was known for her generous heart, her love of shopping, and her vibrant social spirit. She cherished spending time with friends and family, and her...
Heriberta Montes Rubio
Jun 21, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Heriberta "Eri" Montes Rubio, Our beloved mom, wife, aunt, daughter, sister  on June 21, 2025 at the age of 42.
Eri was an amazing wife and Mother to 1 son, her priority was always her son and her family, her dedication to...
Paul Solano
Jun 5, 2025
Paul Solano, 59, of Carpinteria, California, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, after a courageous nearly decade-long battle with cancer, surrounded by the love of his family.
Through every moment of that fight—and throughout his entire life—Paul showed unmatched strength, a deep love for his family, and a quiet, steady courage that inspired everyone around him....
Ian Pressnal Smith
May 24, 2025
Ian Pressnall Smith passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, at Serenity House Hospice, his beloved sister Marina by his side. Born in Santa Barbara on February 8, 1967, Ian lived nearly all his life in the community he loved, becoming a beloved figure known for his adventurous spirit, generous heart, and zest for life.
A true...
Consuelo Connie Hernandez
May 22, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Consuelo "Connie" Torres Hernandez, our beloved mom, grandma, great grandma, and great-great grandma on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at the age of 99.
Connie's legacy includes grandmother to 40, great grandmother to 55 and great-great grandmother to 12.
Connie was surrounded by family and...
Damian Xavier Hernandez
Apr 30, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, grandson, cousin, nephew and friend, Damian Hernandez, who left us far too soon at the age of 17.
Damian was respectful, helpful, full of energy, kindness, and joy. He found happiness playing soccer. Off the...
Robert Paul Galindo
Mar 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Paul Galindo, who departed this world peacefully at home on March 1, 2025, at the age of 60.
Robert was a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend. Robert was born on June 9, 1964, in the picturesque town of Santa Barbara. Robert will profoundly be...
Maria Dolores Fragoso
Feb 28, 2025
On Friday, February 28th , 2025, Maria Dolores Fragoso, 71, went to be with the Lord for all of eternity.
Born to Paul and Frances Villa in Santa Barbara on April 3rd , 1953, Maria lived most of her life in her beloved Carpinteria. She spent her early years at the B.D. Moore...
Raquel Vela Mendoza
Feb 25, 2025
RAQUEL VELA MENDOZA
1930 - 2025
Raquel, Mrs Mendoza or Raquelita as she was fondly known, died on February 25, 2025 at the age of 94 in Goleta, CA. She was born in Mexico City on March 17, 1930 and came to the United States in the 1960's. She...
Maria Teresa Garcia
Feb 6, 2025
Maria Teresa Garcia
Sunrise , February 13th 1945, Coahuila Mexico
Sunset , February 6th, 2025, Santa Barbara, CA
Josephine "Josie" Reyes
Jan 31, 2025
Josephine Reyes, known to most as "Josie", "mom", and "grandma", passed away peacefully in her home on January 31, 2025, in Goleta, California surrounded by her loved ones. Born on October 10, 1928, to Sarah and Ignacio Figueroa, Josie's warmth and optimism had shone brightly throughout her life. A true Santa Barbara native, she spent her early childhood in...
Mary Ellen Nava
Jan 26, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mamacita, Mary Ellen Nava. She was born in Queretaro, Mexico on August 18, 1937 and passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025.
She came to Carpinteria at the age of 8 years old, with her parents, Marta and Pablo Hernandez. She attended local...
Maria Luisa Reyes
Jan 24, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our Mother, Grandmother and Great grandmother Maria Luisa Reyes on Jan. 24, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, her three sons and two grandsons. Maria Luisa is survived by her three sons and two daughters, their husbands,...
