Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries

Anne Elizabeth Brennan

Sep 20, 2023

Anne Elizabeth Brennan, of Petaluma, CA, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2023 in her home surrounded by family and friends.  She was born on May 31, 1948, in Carrick, County Donegal, Ireland to parents Peter and Margaret McGinley. She grew up surrounded by family and friends in the beautiful countryside of Ireland, including her sister, Maura Fitzgerald, and...

Shirley Ann Griggs

Sep 14, 2023

Shirley Ann Griggs (Perry) was born September 15, 1932, in San Francisco, California to loving parents William and Jean Perry. She is one of twelve children and is survived by brothers and sister James Perry, Leo Perry, and Noreen Wright. She was raised in Petaluma, California on a local farm. She milked cows for her family's dairy, and later...

Michael Richard Glose

Sep 12, 2023

Michael Richard Glose, age 84, of Petaluma passed away on September 12, 2023 with his family by his side. He was born on August 2, 1939 to parents Richard and Esther Glose in Brant, New York.

He moved to California with his family prior to his senior year in high school. Upon graduating from Pomona High School...

Stella Marie Corda

Sep 12, 2023

Passed away on the family ranch where she resided for 75 years, September 12, 2023 at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late Lester D. Corda. Loving mother of Gene (Trina) Corda, Jerry Corda, Tom (Stephanie) Corda, Judy (Doug) Buttke, Joyce Corda and Suzi Corda. Cherished grandmother of Chris Corda, Janna Corda, Scott Corda, Charisse Frago, Gretajean...

Lloyd J. Withers, Jr.

Sep 6, 2023

Our cherished Lloyd passed away peacefully at home on September 06, 2023 in Petaluma. Lloyd was born on December 13, 1952 to Lloyd Sr. and Mary Jean Withers in Syracuse, New York.  Lloyd served Ross Valley School District starting in 1983 until his retirement as Director of Maintenance and Facilities in 2000.

Lloyd met the love of...

Kenneth Jerome Kaehler

Aug 29, 2023

A service for Kenneth will be held September 23 at 10 am at Parent Sorensen Petaluma.

Ken left this life to join his wife of 53 years, Laurie Ellen Kaehler, who passed away in May of 2014.  There to greet him were his parents, Alfred and Millie Kaehler, 6 of his siblings,  his in laws Robert and...

Cheryl Watsey

Aug 26, 2023

Watsey, Cheryl passed away peacefully after a short and brave battle with cancer. A resident of Petaluma for 30 years.

She is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, Ken, son Scott (Keila), adoptive father Roger Engelbert, and half siblings Tim, Linda, Cari and Dennis. Preceded in death by her father, Delmar Mathisen, and mother, Mervilyn...

Gino Paieri

Aug 24, 2023

Gino Paieri, 95, passed away peacefully at home, leaving behind a cherished legacy as a beloved grandfather, teacher, and friend.

Born in Dubino, Italy, he immigrated to California in 1950, later marrying Wilma Facendini, his late wife of 30 years. Gino served as a medic in the US military during the Korean War Conflict before obtaining his...

Dagny Cahill

Aug 22, 2023

Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother

Survived by her husband Dale Cahill, Daughter Pam (Frank) Ramirez, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

Proceeded in death by her children Sandy Copeland, Carmen Centeno and Wesley Chesworth

She will be missed dearly.

Johnie "Jj" Aron Jackson

Aug 18, 2023

Jackson, the longtime sports editor of the Petaluma Argus-Courier and a widely beloved figure in the city, died Friday at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital, four days after suffering a heart attack in his Rohnert Park home. He has bee associated with various newspapers over the years and best known for his association with the local high school sports in...

James L. "Jim Or Jimmy" Mendoza

Aug 17, 2023

James (Jim or Jimmy), age 74, passed away suddenly on August 17th, 2023. He was born on September 25, 1948, in Kentfield, California. Devoted husband for almost 55 years to Luci Mendoza.

Jim was a graduate of Tomales High School class of 1966 where he excelled at baseball and football.

Jim’s family roots stretch back...

Teena Mann

Aug 15, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Teena Mann. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Evelyn Bayless Pedroni

Aug 12, 2023

Evelyn Pedroni, beloved mother of three and widow of John Pedroni, passed away on August 12, 2023, six weeks shy of her 99th birthday.

Evelyn was born September 21, 1924, at Saint Francis Hospital in San Francisco. Her parents Fred and Amelia (Paolino) Bayless brought her home to Novato. The family relocated to Petaluma as Evelyn started...

Evelyn Bayless Pedroni

Aug 12, 2023

Evelyn Pedroni, beloved mother of three and widow of John Pedroni, passed away on August 12, 2023, six weeks shy of her 99th birthday.

Evelyn was born September 21, 1924, at Saint Francis Hospital in San Francisco. Her parents Fred and Amelia (Paolino) Bayless brought her home to Novato. The family relocated to Petaluma as Evelyn started...

Wilhelm Eduard Slubik

Aug 11, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of Wilhelm E. Slubik of Petaluma, CA. Wilhelm took his last breath on August 11, 2023. Born in Hannover, Germany on April 22, 1940. He was 83 years old. Predeceased by his wife, Heidi, of 50 years, in 2013. Father to Angie (Steve), Willie (Renee), and Chrissy (Bret). Grandfather to eight. Great-grandfather...

Debera Jean Perry

Aug 6, 2023

Passed away August 6, 2023 in Santa Rosa, CA at the age of 72, beloved wife of Eugene F. Perry. Loving mother of Donna Balestrini, Sheri Maack and Jenni Piazza (Ben). Adored grandmother of Darien Balestrini, (Lisa) Danielle Balestrini, Bailey Maack, Hobie Maack and Trevin Balestrini. Cherished great grandmother of Maiya Schwitters, Charlotte Balestrini and Elliana Balestrini. Loving sister...

Daniel "Dan" Norman Longaker, Iii

Aug 3, 2023

Daniel Norman Longaker III died unexpectedly on Thursday, August 3, 2023.  The Longaker family lost a loving husband, father and grandfather. Dan was a resident of Petaluma for 61 years, moving to Petaluma with his wife, Joanne, and one-year old son, Daniel IV, in 1962.

Dan was born to Daniel and Louise (Meeks) in Berkeley, CA on...

John C. Mohrman

Aug 1, 2023

John Mohrman passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on August 1, 2023. He was 84 years old. John is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Anna Mae, and their children, April Derby (Mike), Chris Mohrman (Cheryl), and Jennifer Rowen (Marc), seven grandchildren, and eleven great grandchildren.

John was born on September 14, 1938, in...

Richard W. Reichmuth

Jul 31, 2023

Richard W. Reichmuth, 83 of Penngrove CA, laid his cowboy boots to rest on July 31, 2023. Born and raised in Mill Valley, CA. After serving in the Navy, worked as an Automobile Mechanic.

Survived by beloved son Joseph Reichmuth (Laurie), beloved daughter Linda Munk (Donald), cherished grandchildren Ryan, Lucas, Adam, Joe, David, and Arianna. Predeceased by...

Nels Hasty Cornelius

Jul 28, 2023

Sadly, we must say farewell to our father (Pa), our brother, our uncle, our coworker, and our friend. To know who Nels was to understand one of his favorite comments, “It’s all good”. He took the long view of life and believed that with time and positive expectations any challenge would turn out for the best. Look for the...