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1923
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2019
Relva Maholtz Obituary
Relva Maholtz, 96 of Santa Barbara, passed away peacefully but unexpectedly on April 8, 2019 at Cottage Hospital with her youngest daughter Margo by her side. She was born April 7, 1923 to Vere and Evelyn McMullin in Leeds, Utah.
In 1953, while working for the Army as a civil servant, she met and married the late Joseph Adam Maholtz. They lived together in San Mateo before relocating to Santa Barbara in 1972. She continued her service career, first with the Marshal's office and then the Sheriff's Department Civil Division, retiring after 38 years in 2010. She was by the book, many times not politically correct, but had a zest for life and a quick laugh.
Relva is survived by her daughter Pamela Jarvie of Discovery Bay, CA, and Margo and Randy Rose. The family plans a private ceremony later this month. In lieu of flowers or donations, please send your remembrances to [email protected].
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Annie and Ursula Clarke
April 28, 2019
Relva was a joy to be around. A beautiful woman with a beautiful spirit. My Mom and I miss her every day.
Frances Casey
April 24, 2019
Always a class act. Always willing to learn and try new things (like computers!), while keeping up as the expert on all things related to your work. Miss your laugh!
Kristy Glisson
April 23, 2019
You were the one that always had the answer. Yoga, Jazzercise, you did it all whenever you wanted. Nothing held you back. Life was yours for the taking and you took it. Classy.
Sarah A
April 23, 2019
I will always remember your laugh. every time I think of your giggle, it makes me smile. you will be missed.
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