Obituary
Honor and remember Santa Monica’s cherished community members who have passed away. Our Obituary section provides a respectful space to celebrate the lives and legacies of local residents. From long-time Santa Monicans to notable figures who shaped our city, these tributes offer insights into the diverse tapestry of lives that have contributed to our community’s rich history. Share memories, learn about memorial services, and reflect on the lasting impact these individuals have made on Santa Monica.
Former SMMUSD superintendent dies
PACIFICA, CALIF — Former Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District Superintendent Dianne Talarico died this week after a battle with lung...
Read moreLegendary director Blake Edwards dies at Saint John’s Health Center
LOS ANGELES — Blake Edwards, the director and writer known for clever dialogue, poignance and occasional belly-laugh sight gags in...
Read moreLacy will be sorely missed
This past Memorial Day weekend, the Santa Monica community lost a long-time friend, colleague and educator. Norm Lacy, athletic director...
Read moreSamohi’s Lacy passes away
SAMOHI — Norm Lacy, Santa Monica High School’s athletic director, passed away on Saturday, school officials and friends said. The...
Read moreFounder of folk music venue McCabe’s dies at 82
PICO BLVD — Gerald “Gerry” McCabe, a furniture designer whose passion for woodworking and love of music led to the...
Read moreService set for SMC’S Taylor
SMC — A special service honoring long-time football coach Robert Taylor has been set for this week, college officials said....
Read moreLocal family holds a special memorial tradition
DOWNTOWN — L.A. Monica Moore’s family has a special way of cherishing the memory of her grandmother, Rose Caruso, who...
Read moreLong-time SMC football coach Taylor dies at 64
SMC — A Westside football icon has passed. Robert Taylor, a man who coached football at Santa Monica College since...
Read morePublisher of local weekly paper dies
DOWNTOWN — Michael Rosenthal, the publisher and co-founder of the Santa Monica Mirror, died this week after a long battle...
Read moreWill Rogers principal dies
SMMUSD HDQTRS — Irma Lyons, the principal of Will Rogers Learning Community and 17-year veteran of the school district, died...
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