Tom Dempsey, NFL Kicker & Encinitas Native, Dies From Coronavirus

Tom Dempsey, a San Dieguitio High School alumnus who holds the NFL record for longest field goal, died from coronavirus complications at 73.

Former Chargers, SDSU Football Coach Tom Bass Dies

Longtime NFL coach, executive and author Tom Bass died on July 27 at his Encinitas home.

Bea Taylor, Known By Many As 'Mrs. Claus,' Dies In Encinitas

From the early 1980s until 1997, Taylor and her husband greeted thousands of children, posed for pictures and listened to Christmas wishes.

Authorities ID Victim in Suspicious Encinitas Death

The death of the 47-year-old woman in an Encinitas Ranch Golf Course home remains under investigation.

All 5 Mid-Air Crash Victims Identified

All five men were California residents.

San Diego Pilot Identified as Mid-Air Collision Victim

He was one of five people killed when both planes crashed Sunday.

Identities of 3 Midair Collision Victims Released

The 3 BAE Systems employees killed when their leased corporate jet crashed have been named. The names of the 2 pilots have not been released

Obituary: Oscar-nominated Screenwriter From Hollywood Dynasty

From a Hollywood family, his father was the screenwriter behind “Citizen Kane” and his uncle directed "All About Eve" and other classics.

Obituary: John Steinitz, Director of Development at Scripps Institution of Oceanography

He was instrumental in raising funds for building Birch Aquarium.

Surf Legend Hobie Alter Dies

Alter was world renowned as the man behind the development of the foam-and-fiberglass surfboard.

OBIT: Legend Sid Caesar, One of TV's First Comedy Stars

"Render unto Caesar what is his due," says Rob Reiner in tribute.

Longtime Padres Announcer Jerry Coleman Passes Away

Gates at Petco Park were opened Sunday afternoon to allow fans to visit and pay respects to Jerry Coleman, who was 89.

Hundreds Gather in Cardiff in Memory of Loren Nancarrow

Several hundred people took part Monday in a memorial paddle out and beach gathering to celebrate the life of longtime San Diego television journalist Loren Nancarrow at South Cardiff State Beach.

Paddle Out in Cardiff Dec. 30 for Loren Nancarrow

The longtime San Diego newscaster passed away Saturday after being diagnosed with terminal brain cancer in February.

OBIT: Longtime San Diego Newscaster Loren Nancarrow

He was diagnosed with brain cancer in February.

Encinitas Family Spends Christmas at Grave of Killed Toddler

The parents of three-year-old Juan Andres Ruiz spent their Christmas at his gravesite. Andres was killed when he was struck by a car on November 1 in Encinitas.

'Fast and Furious' Actor Killed in Car Crash

Paul Walker was a passenger in a Porsche that struck a tree in Valencia. "The Fast and Furious 7' was in production.

Support the Family of North County Father Of Three Killed In Bike Accident

This Letter to the Editor is about Eric Ringdahl and the family he left behind after tragically being hit by a car on Sunday. Ringdahl was an avid cyclist in Encinitas.

North County Residents Remember Mouseketeer Annette Funicello

Her death is attributed to complications from multiple sclerosis, a disease she battled more than 25 years.

Parents of Encinitas Worker and Oceanside Resident Thank Community

Tparents of Benjamin Taylor Jr., an Oceanside Resident and City of Encinitas employee who died on Christmas Eve.—thank the community for reaching out.

City of Encinitas Employee Remembered as Hard Worker, Friend

Benjamin Taylor, of Oceanside, died last week of a heart condition. A memorial service will be held for him Sunday.

Patti Page Dies at 85; Music Legend of 1950s Due Lifetime Grammy Honors

Page, who lived at an Encinitas nursing home, sang "How Much Is That Doggie in the Window?"

Jack Filanc Dies at 86; Builder, Donor, Scoutmaster Who Served Encinitas

Construction company founder called Encinitas home since 1965, helped light town Christmas tree.

Video: Fans, Family Remember Sitarist Ravi Shankar in Encinitas

Shankar, a 20-year Encinitas resident was known for popularizing Indian music in the west. He died Dec. 11 following surgery at Scripps Mercy Hospital to replace a heart valve.

Public Ravi Shankar Memorial Service Set for Thursday

The service will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the Self-Realization Fellowship on Highway 101 and include tributes and prayers for family and invited friends.

Services Set for Tow Truck Driver Killed by Train in Cardiff

A remembrance gathering will take place Saturday morning and a funeral mass will be Monday morning. Both are in Lemon Grove.

Ravi Shankar Remembered With Tributes Online

Sitar virtuoso Ravi Shankar, an Encinitas resident, died in San Diego Tuesday at the age of 92.

Legendary Sitarist Ravi Shankar Dies at 92

Shankar who lived in Encinitas, was best known for popularizing the sounds of India in the west with his friend, Beatles guitarist George Harrison.

Edmond Eugene Arrant Dies at 96

He served in World War II.

Ian ‘Poods’ Barry of Encinitas Mourned by Local Skateboard Community

“Barry was one of the most genuine, kind-hearted people I have ever met,” a friend said

Gwendolyn H. Prahl Dies at 97

She worked for the Cardiff School District.

Robert Repucci—Business Owner—Dies at 81

The Carlsbad and Encinitas community leader died on Sept. 11.

Marc Gevinson—Cardiff Resident—Dies at 66

He graduated from Brown University.

Marvelle Cory—Yoga Instructor—Dies at 85

She lived in Encinitas

Carl D. Coomes—Encinitas Businessman—Dies at 65

He was the founder of Encinitas business The Palm Company.

Dorothea Patricia Smith—a Beloved Cardiff Matriarch—Dies at 94

She inspired those around her to live boldly and dream big, and her mark will forever remain on the community she loved so dearly.

Ben Osgrove—Community Leader—Dies at 25

He was a founding member of Hillel of North County.

Ann Schaffer Rubin—Encinitas Resident—Dies at 58

She was a graphic artist.

James Edward Brass—WWII Veteran—Dies at 88

He grew up in Encinitas.

Edna Palmer—Former Cafeteria Manager and Celebrated Community Volunteer—Dies at 98

Many who attended San Dieguito High School in the 60s and early 70s still remember her famous sticky rolls, and she later volunteered to cook for the the Encinitas Senior Center’s lunch program.