Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries
Local obituaries for families Sonoma and Marin Counties
John Joseph Mchale
Jun 21, 2025
John Joseph McHale, 84, of Novato, California, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025. A dedicated San Francisco fireman for over three decades, John’s courage and compassion were hallmarks of both his profession and his personal life. Born on July 21, 1940, in San Francisco to Peter and Mary McHale, John grew into a man who loved nothing more...
Donald Dean Vallier
Jun 12, 2025
"Dean", native of Petaluma, CA, age 74, passed away June 12, 2025 in Petaluma. Attended Petaluma city schools. Served in the US Air Force 1974-1976. Retired USPS 30 years. Predeceased by his parents Hank and Grace, wife Sharon, sisters Gail and Kim, brother Glenn. No services are planned.
Juanita H. Ashe
Jun 11, 2025
Juanita H. Ashe was born on September 27, 1931. Our loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend went on to be with her husband (1997) and our Lord on June 11, 2025, at 7:45am.
She leaves behind to mourn her loss, six children: Marvin M. Ashe, Jr., Vance E. Ashe, Jon Mark Ashe, Nancy L. Osmun,...
Thomas Albert Fresquez
Jun 6, 2025
Tom Fresquez, born on July 23, 1931, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025. Tom was born in Platteville, Colorado to Louis and Eloisa Fresquez. Tom and his siblings moved from Colorado to Oakland, California in 1937 and a few years later, they relocated to Richmond, CA.
As a young boy, Tom enjoyed tap dancing with the...
Michelle Frances (Pirro Benedetti) Moss
Jun 6, 2025
Michele Frances (Pirro Benedetti) Moss
Michele Frances Moss, age 81, died peacefully on June 6, 2025, in Santa Rosa, California. Much loved by her family and all who knew her, she was a kind and gentle person.
Michele was born in Washington, D.C., the daughter of Evelyn (Birrel) and Carmon Pirro of Solvay, New York....
Earl James Dolcini
Jun 6, 2025
Earl Dolcini, a lifelong rancher and fourth-generation Californian, died on Friday, June 6. He was at home, just three miles from the dairy ranch of his childhood in West Marin. Earl was dedicated to family and agriculture. In addition to these interests, he served in the U.S. Navy, was a Farm Credit Land Bank director, and served on nonprofit...
Maureen L. Bettinelli
Jun 6, 2025
Maureen Bettinelli passed away peacefully on the morning of June 6, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
She is lovingly remembered by her husband of 58 years, Lauren; her children, Bridget (R.D.) and Christopher; and her beloved grandchildren, Analise and Marco. Maureen’s warmth and kindness touched many, and she will be deeply missed by a...
Richard Patrick Brothers
Jun 4, 2025
Richard Patrick Brothers passed away suddenly at home June 4,2025. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, October 23, 1957. Rich was married to the love of his life Kimberly Rolly Brothers for 42 years.
After graduating from San Rafael High School in 1976 and a few odd jobs later, Rich went to work for the Marin Sheriffs...
Casey Fredrick Aiwohi
Jun 2, 2025
Casey Fredrick Aiwohi, a man whose kindness, generosity, and quiet strength shaped generations, was called home on June 2, 2025, at the age of 81. Born under a sunrise in Honolulu, Hawai'i, on May 26, 1944, Casey personified humility, compassion, and the spirit of aloha throughout his life.
Casey was the son of Randolph Jackson Aiwohi from...
Monte Dale Mckillop
Jun 2, 2025
Monte Dale McKillop, a fourth-generation Petaluman, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025, at the age of 72.
Born on May 28, 1953, to Harold and Florence McKillop, Monte was raised in Petaluma and graduated from St. Vincent de Paul High School. He spent his summers working on his Uncle Henry Barboni’s dairy, developing a lifelong connection...
Warren Howard Coffin
Jun 1, 2025
Warren Howard Coffin, a U.S. Air Force veteran, tradesman, real estate broker, and beloved family man, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 1, 2025, just one month shy of his 97th birthday. Warren was born in Denver, Colorado, to William Howard Coffin and Anina Grace Kaffer. He grew up alongside his sister Beverly and attended St. Francis...
Domenic Anthony Gizzi
May 28, 2025
Domenic Anthony Gizzi, resident of Petaluma, was involved in a bike accident and passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. He was 69 years old.
Dom was born on August 22, 1955 in Boston, Massachusetts, to the late Carmella “Millie” (Grande) and Antonio “Tony” Gizzi and was the eldest of 5 children. Raised in Revere, Massachusetts, he...
Nadine Alice Sartori
May 20, 2025
Sartori, Nadine Alice, entered eternal rest on May 20, 2025
Nadine was born to Vivian and Royce Anderson and lived her entire life Petaluma.
She attended Phillip Sweed School, Petaluma Jr High and Petaluma High School, graduating in 1954.
Nadine was a member of the Petaluma Riding and Driving Club as a young...
Gary P. Collins
May 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we must announce the passing of Gary P Collins. Gary was born in Laurel, DE on November 30, 1948. He succumbed to complications of Acute Meyloid Leukemia on May 20, 2025. Gary battled AML and then Liver Cancer for over 3 years.
He was predeceased by his parents Paul and Mollie...
Harold Edward Wood
May 15, 2025
Harold Edward Wood November 7, 1931 - May 15, 2025 Harold Edward Wood, (Hal to most, and Old Papa, Gramps, Dad, or Uncle Hal to numerous surviving relatives), passed away at his home in Forestville, CA, on the morning of Thursday, May 15th, 2025. Born November 7, 1931, in Albany, CA, Hal spent his 93 years dedicated to family,...
Brenda Joyce Shahan
May 15, 2025
Brenda Joyce Mynatt-Shahan was born on June 4, 1945, in Arkansas. She gained her wings on May 15, 2025, just a few weeks short of her 80th birthday in Petaluma.
Brenda graduated from Larmie High School and attended the University of Wyoming. Some of her favorite activities were dancing and teaching dance. She was a member of...
Richard E. Calkin
May 11, 2025
On May 11, 2025 Elbert Richard Calkin “Rich” passed away in his family home, located in Petaluma California. He was surrounded by his loving wife Adele and two sons Richie and Ryan Calkin. Son of Richard (Dick) and Mary Calkin. Rich was raised in San Francisco's Sunset District and attended Holy Name grammar school, followed by Washington High school....
Virginia Terribilini
May 9, 2025
Virginia Terribilini, Petaluma resident, passed away May 9, 2025. Born on November 29, 1931, to Jose and Lucille Vierra.
Loving mother to Albert Terribilini Jr. and Tina (Alex) Backalbassis. Loving grandmother to Ashley (David) Reedy. Virginia also leaves behind many relatives and friends from Switzerland and the United States. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Albert...
David Francis Joseph
May 6, 2025
David F. Joseph, Petaluma resident passed away May 6, 2025. Born on July 18, 1945 to Edward and Evelyn Joseph.
David is survived by his loving sister, Mary Rhodes and nephew, Charlie Rhodes Jr. Preceded in death by both of his parents and brother in law Charles Rhodes Sr.
Service will be held Monday, May...
Genevieve Willson Barnhart
May 4, 2025
Genevieve Willson Barnhart Born: December 15, 1922 Hollister, CA ~ Passed on: May 4, 2025 in Sebastopol, CA. "A tiny bundle of kindness" The 20th century life of Gen Barnhart is filled with accomplishments, skills, hard work, travels, and especially good friends. Her family consisted of her father, Alvin Grant Willson, a barber born in 1864; her mother Lucinda...
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