Audrey Lewis Short

February 1, 1922 - December 7, 2013

SHORT, Audrey Lewis, February 1, 1922 to December 7, 2013 Born and raised in the Philadelphia suburbs, Audrey resided in Montecito for 24 years and died peacefully in her sleep. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Robertson H. (Bob) Short, son Richard Price of Philadelphia, PA, daughters Barbara Short of Somes Bar, CA and Elizabeth Ellsworth of New Canaan, CT, sister Elizabeth (Betty) Pennington of Media, PA, eight grandchildren and numerous other relatives and loved ones. In Montecito, Audrey was active in the Assistance League of Santa Barbara, the Montecito Hope Ranch Republican Women’s Club and All Saints Church. She was a member of Birnam Wood Golf Club and most recently resided at Casa Dorinda. Audrey was one of five siblings. She was an accomplished pianist and fine artist who left behind many beautiful oil paintings and watercolors. She enjoyed playing bridge and golf and traveled the world extensively with her husband Bob. Audrey was proud of her career at Sun Oil, where she met her husband. They raised their daughters in Winnetka, IL, where Audrey was active at Christ Church and Skokie Country Club, and later in Hillsborough, CA and Highland Park (Dallas), TX. Everywhere she lived, Audrey was active in her church, her community and in the lives of her beloved children. She was a loving and devoted mother and wife as well as a life-long learner and friend. A family memorial service will be held at All Saints-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church. Those who wish to honor her memory may make a donation to the Santa Barbara Foundation, Attn. Casa Dorinda Employees Scholarship Fund, 1111Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101.