Carol Briano McLafferty Obituary
The passing of Carol Briano McLafferty of Santa Barbara, California leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 27, 2026 at the age of 76. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Carol Briano McLafferty to show support.
In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Carol's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that her spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.
She was predeceased by: her husband Bill McLafferty. She is survived by: her children, Anna Lisa (Ruben Cuellar), Angela, Francesca and John; her sisters, Kathy Briano (Larry Dutto) and Giovanna DePaoli (David); and her pet Rusty. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, their children.
Visitation was held on Friday, February 6th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels (450 Ward Dr, Goleta, CA 93111). A rosary was held on Friday, February 6th 2026 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A funeral Mass was held on Saturday, February 7th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St. Raphael Catholic Church (5444 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111). A burial was held on Saturday, February 7th 2026 at the Calvary Cemetery (199 N Hope Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93110).
