Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries
Local obituaries for families Sonoma and Marin Counties
William H. Bihn
Jul 22, 2014
WILLIAM H. BIHN, born September 27, 1961, passed peacefully July 22, 2014, at UAMS, Little Rock AR, after 5 years of suffering and loss, in the presence of the loves of his life; his strong wife Sherri, brave son William McCarthy (Mac), 12 and dedicated daughter Fiona, 9. Bill, a native son of Petaluma, St. Vincent High School alumni, and...
Dr. Jacqueline L. Robertson
Jul 21, 2014
Dr. Jacqueline L. Robertson, entomologist, researcher, software developer, writer, teacher, advisor, editor, inventor and collector, died on July 21, 2014 after a short illness. Dr. Robertson received her undergraduate degree in Zoology in 1969, and her PhD in Entomology in 1973, both from the University of California Berkeley. During her undergraduate studies, she began working at the US Forest Service,...
Christopher A. Rolando
Jul 21, 2014
Christopher Rolando passed away at his home in Petaluma with his family by his side. Beloved son of Yolanda Rolando and the late Felix Rolando. Cherished brother of Maria Rolando and Teresa Leith and her husband David. During his battle with cancer he fought with courage and strength. He was taken too soon and his beautiful smile and soft heart...
Dale A. Arata, Dds
Jul 21, 2014
ARATA, DALE A. - Entered into rest in Sonoma, CA on July 21, 2014. Dearly beloved sixty-seven year husband of the late Lorraine Elma (Onstad) Arata. Loving father of Jim (Diane) Arata of Mount Shasta, Mick (Diane) Arata of Truckee, Tom (Cathy) Arata of Sonoma and Mary (Frank) Flores of Redding. Also survived by nine grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren....
Lloyd H. Silacci
Jul 20, 2014
Lloyd Silacci, born in Petaluma in 1921, passed away at home at the age of 93 on July 20, 2014. Lloyd served in the army in the South Pacific during World War II. He has always been associated with fast cars and racing. He owned full-service gas stations in Petaluma and a popular speed shop where he built precision motors...
Raymond L. "Ray" Ronsheimer
Jul 17, 2014
Passed away suddenly, July 17, 2014 in Petaluma, beloved husband for 60 years of Shirley C. Ronsheimer. Loving father of Larry Ronsheimer (Margaret) and Raedeen Ronsheimer all of Petaluma. Cherished grandfather of Nicole Nunes (Nick), Brandon Gallagher and Shelby Ronsheimer. Devoted great grandfather of Nickolas and Nash Nunes. Adored brother of Irene DeMartin (Bill) of Petaluma and brother-in-law of Patricia...
Charles "Charlie" Riedmuller
Jul 16, 2014
It is with great sadness and sorrow that we are informing of the passing of our Father, Grand Father, Uncle, and great friend, Charlie Riedmuller. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 16, 2014. He seemed to be healthy and happy, but perhaps tired and missing his wife. He made sure that he was able to see his...
Casimir Joseph Banaszek Iv
Jul 15, 2014
CJ Banaszek, resident of Petaluma, passed away on Tuesday, July 15th, at the age of 13 after a long battle with leukemia. CJ passed quietly in his sleep with his mother right next to him sleeping quietly as well. Casimir Joseph Banaszek IV was born October 17, 2000 in Petaluma, CA where he lived all his life. For those of...

Michael D. Gingher
Jul 15, 2014
On July 15, 2014 MICHAEL GINGHER passed away suddenly from cancer in Santa Rosa. Devoted husband of Janet Gingher of Cotati. Cherished father of Kevin Gingher and Kody Gingher both of Cotati. Beloved son of the late Marjorie and Milton Gingher. Adored brother of Dawn Kerrigan (Tim) of Sonoma, Patrick Gingher(Joni) of Nice, and the late Christian Gingher and Kevin...
Christine Marie Beebe-Munoz
Jul 13, 2014
BEEBE-MUNOZ, CHRISTINE MARIE - Entered into rest suddenly at home in Mountain View, CA on July 13, 2014. Dearly beloved daughter of Jeannine Anderson and step-daughter of Roger Anderson, both of Hidden Valley Lake, CA. Loving step-mother of Joaquin Munoz, Jr. of San Jose, CA. Caring sister of Lorretta Jeanne (Kevin) Mattern of Dell Rapids, SD. Cherished grandmother of Cassandra...
Robert Italo Barbieri
Jul 13, 2014
BARBIERI, ROBERT "BOB" ITALO - Entered into rest in Santa Rosa, CA, following a lengthy illness on July 13, 2014. Beloved husband of fourteen years of Ramona (Dal Coletto) Barbieri of Santa Rosa. Loving father of Brenda (Kirt) Kisling of Santa Rosa, CA, Robin (Matt) Maguire of Maumelle, AR and Nick (Kim) Barbieri of Ukiah, CA. Adored grandfather of Ben...

Barbara Marjorie "Bobbie" Gebhardt
Jul 10, 2014
After living a rich, full life and satisfied with her bucket list, BARBARA MARJORIE "BOBBIE" GEBHARDT passed away quietly with her children by her side on July 10, 2014. The Gebhardt matriarch will be missed greatly as she missed her beloved husband Bill, who preceded her in death by 30 years. Bobbie will be fondly remembered by her children, Jerry...

Larry Marion Urban
Jul 10, 2014
Well Larry it has been a long journey. A journey that has left us with great memories, a few we probably don't want to repeat, but many we will share for a lifetime. You have been a part of my life since the day I met your brother Jerry, 40 years ago. Talk about 2 peas in a pod! I...
Beverley Mae Vlastos
Jul 9, 2014
Beverley passed away peacefully July 9, 2014 in Petaluma at the age of 84. A fourth generation native, Beverley grew up in Depression-era rural Petaluma, in a widely-scattered yet closely-knit farm community. Her childhood country background and her later polish as a seasoned European traveler made her a fascinating woman, full of entertaining and often hilarious tales of Rosie, the...
Margaret Evelyn Pearmain
Jul 9, 2014
MARGARET EVELYN PEARMAIN, 88, of Petaluma, CA passed away July 9th, 2014. Born in Thorburn, Nova Scotia in October 1925, she was the daughter of the late William A and Matilda MacDonald. She graduated from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec with her RN in nursing and moved to Alaska to work as a public health nurse where she met her...
Bruce Shinneman
Jul 9, 2014
BRUCE "THE PILOT" SHINNEMAN age 65 passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family in Petaluma on July 9th, 2014. Bruce was born in Hampton, Iowa January 15, 1949 to Alvin Shinneman and Eve Pritzel. Bruce was raised in Oelwein, Iowa and later served in the Vietnam war, as a pilot, receiving an Army commendation medal. His passion in...
Jane Marie Drewes
Jul 7, 2014
Passed away in Santa Rosa, CA, July 7, 2014, beloved mother of Robert W. and Denise Drewes of Mountain View, Carol K. Drewes of Santa Rosa and Warren P. Drewes of Galt. Loving grandmother of Daniel P. Weidlich of Petaluma and Kimberly M. Weidlich of Santa Rosa. A native of Greeley, Colorado. Age 87 years. Formerly of Sacramento, Jane has...
Angelo Joseph Leoni M.D.
Jul 7, 2014
Long time resident of Petaluma, and Sonoma County physician for 60 years, Dr. Angelo Leoni died peacefully at his home on July 7, 2014 after a brief illness. Dr. Leoni is survived by his wife of 67 years, Tressa Patricia McCarthy Leoni; his children, Patrick Angelo Leoni, M.D. (Sherry Michael) of Sonoma, Marguerite Mary Leoni, Esq. (Derek T. Knudsen) of...
Paul Joseph Spiers
Jul 6, 2014
SPIERS, PAUL J. - Entered into rest on July 6, 2014 in San Francisco, CA. Dearly beloved son of Vincent F. Spiers. Beloved brother of Kelly Spiers and Colleen Spiers, both of Santa Rosa, CA and Sean Spiers of Livermore, CA. Also survived by his Uncle; Sean Spiers and Aunt; Eileen Spiers, both of San Francisco, his Aunt; Mary Spiers...
Dorothy Ann Lassen
Jul 5, 2014
DOROTHY ANN LASSEN (SHERVA), born Jan. 2, 1932 in San Francisco CA, to Victor and Mabel (Heintz) Sherva, passed away peacefully at her home on July 5th, surrounded by loved ones hoping to ease her journey. She was preceded in death by her husband, her high school sweetheart, and her best friend, Bill Lassen. We are sure they are now...
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