Margarita ‘Maggie’ Gomez passed away at home in Santa Barbara on Sept. 26, 2024, at the age of 92.

Maggie was born to Maria and Ricardo Perez in Santa Barbara on April 29, 1932. She had a brother Trino and sister Amelia.

Maggie is preceded in death by her husband Lupe and son-in-law Keith. She is survived by her three children Michael Gomez and family, Lynda Saunders and family, and Marina Gomez.

Maggie attended Dolores School and Santa Barbara High School. She worked for Victor the Florist and Eller’s Donuts, and was a homemaker.

Maggie lived her life the best she knew how. She will be greatly missed for her sense of humor, flirty ways, and concern for others.

She could strike up a conversation with anyone, and oh boy she did! She also had to stop to pet and say hi to every dog and baby along the way.

Her gorgeous hazel eyes and beautiful smile made everyone’s day. She could make a friend anywhere.

She was all about her grandkids, they were the whole world to her.

Maggie was an avid walker, and a ferocious card player. She enjoyed word puzzles, knitting and sewing, and the Hallmark Channel.

Her favorite thing was traveling to Maui and spend time with her daughter Lynda and family. In Napili and Lahaina, they had their Ohana with many local friends. She loved to swim and snorkel, walk to Napili Bay, and enjoyed those mai tais!

We all know of Maggie’s passion for the ocean and her love of Aloha!

Margarita la mas Bonita requested in lieu of flowers to donate to Bishop Garcia Diego High School Athletic Department in her name.

A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18 at Calvary Cemetery. Maggie suggested light or Aloha attire for her service.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Pueblo Del Rey Funeral Services.

ALOHA

To you sweetheart Aloha.


Aloha from the bottom of my heart.

Keep the smile on your lips.


Brush the tears from your eyes.


One more Aloha then it’s time for goodbye.

To you sweetheart Aloha.


In dreams I’ll be with you, dear, tonight.


And I’ll pray for you that day when we will meet again.

Until then sweetheart Aloha