In Memoriam
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Avi Gross-Schaefer: Student, Soldier, Peacemaker
1988-2010
The following are remarks Arthur Gross-Schaefer prepared for one of the memorial services for his son Avi, who was hit and killed by a car while crossing a street in Providence, Rhode Island. Read story.
Jeff Prichard: Home Refurbisher, Rock ’n’ Roll Dancer, Beach Bud
1958-2010
Jeff’s treasured circle of friends from Cold Spring Tavern and SOhO could always count on him to dance the weekend away. Read story.
Helen Pedotti 1916-2010
Since 1948, Helen and her husband, Pida, owned Rancho Arbolado, near Gaviota. Read story.
Luis Leal: World Renowned Scholar in Mexican and Chicano Literature
1907-2010
He was a distinguished and prolific scholar whose career spanned over parts of seven decades. Read story.
Hughes Morton: Surfer, Philanthropist
1963-2009
Hughes Morton was a friend to nature and humanity, and an intimate part of so many people’s lives. Read story.
Janet Rution: Businessperson and Indomitable Spirit
1950-2009
When I first met this beautiful young girl, I had no idea that behind the quiet, stunning façade lay a rare combination of wisdom, compassion, and strength of character. Read story.
Sam Adams: 1931-2010
Gaucho Coach
Former UCSB coach, hailed for his integrity and character, dies at 78. Read story.
Roger Heroux: Public Health Director, Activist for the Homeless
1941-2009
Mayor-Elect Helene Schneider delivered the following remarks at Roger Heroux’s memorial service Read story.
Winter for the Matriarch
Former Mayor Harriet Miller Dies
Former Mayor Harriet Miller, famous for her commanding leadership style, wry wit, and occasional displays of public whimsy, died Wednesday. Read story.
Rob Gibson: Lifeguard
1949-2009
For most of the youngsters who took them, Rob's swimming lessons marked the first time they had ever walked onto a pool deck. Read story.
Estelle Andrews Busch: Wildlife Advocate
1933 2009
Santa Barbara lost one of its great wildlife advocates, educators, and rehabilitators to cancer this past Monday. Read story.
Macrina Ocampo Mata: Nanny
1950-2009
In the blink of an eye, an evening filled with celebration turned into a horrific nightmare and a date that will be remembered forever with sadness. Read story.
Robert Young, M.D.: The Good Doctor
1942-2009
Helping to start up Cottage Hospital's emergency room was one of his signal, proudest achievements. Read story.
Theodore Martinez: Mentor of Vista de las Cruces School
1933-2009
Theodore Martinez (1933-2009): mentor of Vista de las Cruces School. Read story.
Donald Giffin: Scion of Goleta's Oil Boom
1927-2009
Words were the very basis of my relationship with my father. Well-considered words, examined for nuances of meaning. Read story.
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