Mrs. Lillian Grace Ulrich
November 24, 1923 - April 14, 2014
Born November 24, 1923 on the family farm in the middle of nowhere near Lansford, North Dakota. She moved to the Golden State as soon as she could escape and has spent most of her life in the warm Santa Barbara climate. She met the love of her life here, Donald Ulrich and raised four boys who survive her; Tim, John, Tom, Gary and their wives whom she always cherished and referred to as her daughters, Autumn, Susan, Kat and Penny. Lil was much loved by her sons and their families. She always demonstrated generosity, forgiveness, an incredibly strong work ethnic and a spirit of volunteering. She stayed active in ballroom dancing, gardening and shopping. Her happiness and joy were infectious. All lucky enough to have known her will always remember her smile and laugh. After a busy week she went to bed Sunday night April 13th, 2014 and passed away while dreaming. She is also survived by her grandchildren Lilly, Max, Cortnie, Ashley, Don, Allie, James, Brett, Brian; great grandchildren, Kade and Riley; her sister Evelyn and many nieces and friends. A memorial will be held at the Villa Santa Barbara, 227 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 on Saturday, April 19th at 1pm. Since Lil never met a dessert she didn't like, dessert and refreshments will be served. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Braille Institute, 2031 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105-3895; Tel: 805 898.8301
Born November 24, 1923 on the family farm in the middle of nowhere near Lansford, North Dakota. She moved to the Golden State as soon as she could escape and has spent most of her life in the warm Santa Barbara climate. She met the love of her... View Obituary & Service Information