Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries
Local obituaries for families Sonoma and Marin Counties
Carmen Nanez
Apr 18, 2024
WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME
When tomorrow starts without me Please try to understand That an angel came and called my name and took me by the hand.
The angel said my place was ready In Heaven far above and that I'd have to leave behind All those I dearly loved.
But when...
Suzanne A. Barella
Apr 12, 2024
Suzanne A Barella of Penngrove, California, known as Suzie by her closest friends passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024, at 84 years of age. She was born October 17, 1939, in Petaluma, California and grew up there graduating from Petaluma High School in 1957. In her youth she was a Campfire Girl and in later years volunteered with...
Frederick Charles Scanagatta
Apr 12, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Frederick Charles Scanagatta on April 12, 2024. He was born on May 31, 1938, in Santa Rosa, California to the late Charles Scanagatta and Ann Belli. A Santa Rosa native, Freddie was an original Italian “West Ender.” He was 3rd generation Italian whose family migrated from...
William F. Donahue
Apr 12, 2024
William F. Donahue February 8, 1939 - April 12, 2024 William F. Donahue, Jr. of Petaluma died peacefully on Friday, April 12, 2024. Born to William and Evelyn Donahue in Bronx, NY, Bill spent his early years in New York and New Jersey. His long career at McGraw Hill Publishers began in Manhattan, NY and later brought him to...
Michael "Mickey" Anthony Chiodo
Apr 10, 2024
Born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, to parents, Saverio and Yolanda Chiodo.
After finishing high school, he enlisted with the Navy SeaBees. He served from 1969 to 1975, including a tour of Vietnam, where he was exposed to Agent Orange. He did not have to serve, as he was the sole surviving son, but he chose to serve his...
Joan Adele Johnson
Apr 8, 2024
Dr. Joan Adele Johnson, 84, died on April 8, 2024, from end stage dementia. Joan was born in Defiance, Ohio on October 13, 1939 to Earl and Ruth Johnson and grew up in Hastings, Nebraska. She graduated from Hastings High School in 1957 and went on to Hastings College, graduating with a Bachelor of Music in Organ Performance in...
Stuart Reed Curtis
Apr 3, 2024
Stuart Reed Curtis, 92, a fourth generation Petaluman and son of Ernest and Phyllis Curtis, passed away on April 3rd, 2024. He was born on February 25, 1932, and spent his life in Petaluma.
He is survived by his wife Joann Marie, his son Steven and wife Donna, daughters Christine Andre and husband Paul, Carrie Curtis Gault,...
Marie Daria (Nardulli) Moretti
Apr 1, 2024
Marie Daria, (Nardulli) Moretti, age 88, went to be with the Lord on April, 1, 2024, with her loved ones around her. She courageously battled cancer since the age of 25, and never let it deter her bright spirit and love of life.
She was born in Chicago Il. On March 13, 1936. She graduated from Notre...
Mary Watty Stelzner
Mar 29, 2024
Mary Watty Stelzner died peacefully and surrounded by family on Good Friday, March 29, 2024, at the age of 100 years. A smart, kind, funny, and unfailingly cheerful woman, Mary was a daughter, sister, cousin, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend and neighbor, stranger and newcomer, peacekeeper, devout Catholic, volunteer extraordinaire, gracious hostess, proud Cal alum, chief cook and...
Mary R. Ford
Mar 26, 2024
Mary Rose Ford born February 16th, 1946 in Petaluma, CA was peacefully taken by angels Tuesday afternoon March 26th while surrounded by her family.
Mary, who raised three children while living in Petaluma, loved spending time with her family. Mary is survived by her children Shelly Ford (Chris Hoag) of Petaluma, Shane Ford of San Francisco, and...
Carolyn Maestri
Mar 23, 2024
Carolyn Maestri passed away at her home with her loving family by her side on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the age of 79 after a courageous battle with ALS.
Carolyn faced her health challenges with dignity and grace that were true to her character. Never one to complain, Carolyn was known for always worrying about everyone...
Joseph L. 'Joe" Pacheco
Mar 21, 2024
Passed away after a short illness in Petaluma, March 21, 2024 at the age of 81, beloved husband of Sharon K. Pacheco. Loving father of Cindy (Marc) Nadale, Debbie (Raymond) Duca and Karen (Robert) Mendonca. Cherished grandfather of Jonathan (Brandy), Allison (Sara), Nicholas, Casey, Jacob, Kyle, Natalie and Matthew. Dear great grandfather of Denny, Cece and Jonah. Adored brother...
Avis A. Marsh
Mar 19, 2024
Born March 6, 1941 Avis passed away peacefully March 19, 2024. Avis was an example of an extraordinary person, her love and support felt through 3 generations. She was born in Nebraska, and moved to San Francisco before settling in Petaluma, where she touched the hearts of all who would meet her. For years she worked as a bank...
Paul Bianchi
Mar 17, 2024
On March 17, 2024, Paul Bianchi passed peacefully at the age of 81. As a third-generation Italian dairyman, he tended to the family farm in Valley Ford for 70+ years. He enjoyed the simple life of farming & managing the jersey herd. It’s on the farm that he taught his children the respect of hard work, the importance of...
Susan "Sue" Brody
Mar 17, 2024
It is with profound sadness, yet with the feeling of celebration of a long, fruitful life, that we note the passing of Susan “Sue” Brody, a longtime Petaluma resident who passed away peacefully in the home she resided for nearly 75 years, March 17, after a brief illness, less than a month before her 96th birthday.
She...
Stephen Lee Sovel
Mar 13, 2024
Steve Sovel passed away at his home on March 13th, 2024 after a very short but incredibly courageous battle with cancer. He was 77 years old. A man of few words but a personality larger than life, Steve loved his family and friends more than anything in the world. An avid outdoorsman and skilled mechanic, Steve was always the...
Katherine Louise (Nelson) Hall
Mar 5, 2024
Katherine (Kay) Louise Nelson passed away, peacefully and in her own way, on Monday, March 5, 2024, at the age of 94.
Kay was born to Earl and Kate Nelson in Petaluma, CA. Growing up in the country (but a town girl at heart), she attended Waugh School and graduated from Petaluma High School. As many did...
Gary Lee Fritsche
Mar 2, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Fritsche. Gary passed away peacefully, at the family home, surrounded by his loved ones, on March 2nd. Gary is survived by his wife, Janet. He was the proud father of Kevin, Michael, and Ryan. He was perhaps even more thrilled to be a Papa to Isabella, Ollie,...
Rose Dell'Osso
Mar 1, 2024
Rose Dell’Osso passed away peacefully on March 1, 2024 in Sonoma at the age of 95. She was at peace surrounded by her family. Rose was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband Vince in 2011.
She was born in Lucca, Italy in 1928 and came to California...
Carolyn J. Schultz
Feb 28, 2024
Carolyn Schultz passed away on February 28, 2024. Her heart was tired. She leaves behind her sister Floryce Silva, brother-in-law Bob Silva, daughter Brandi, granddaughter Skylar, niece Heidi Adams and family, nephew Bob Silva and family. She was loved by so many.
Services will be held Monday March 11, 2024 at Parent-Sorensen Mortuary in Petaluma at 11:00...
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