Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries
Local obituaries for families Sonoma and Marin Counties

Ephraim Sanchez
Nov 3, 2012
Ephraim Sanchez - Passed away in Santa Rosa, CA, November 3, 2012, beloved husband for 52 years of Annie Sanchez of Sebastopol. Loving father of Bill Sanchez of Sebastopol and Jonny (Alyson) Sanchez of Cotati. Cherished grandfather of Jonathan Sanchez, Cheyanne Sanchez and Heather Sanchez. Ephraim is survived by 7 brothers and sisters. A native of Dilley, Texas. Age 72...
Robert Harold Winters, Jr.
Nov 2, 2012
Robert Harold Winters, Jr. - Passed away suddenly, November 2, 2012 in Vallejo, CA, beloved son of Isabel â??Chrisâ?
Ernie Boggs
Nov 2, 2012
Ernie Boggs - Ernie Boggs, 54, passed away unexpectedly on November 2, 2012, with his wife and family at his side. He was born in Camden, Maine, to Frank and Priscilla Boggs, as the fifth of their six children. Growing up in Union, Maine, Ernie graduated from Medomak Valley High School, where he excelled at basketballâ?

Mary Basilla Le Tourneau
Nov 1, 2012
Mary Basilla Le Tourneau - Passed away on November 1, 2012 in Petaluma. Devoted wife of the late Raymond Le Tourneau. Loving mother of John (Dotti) Le Tourneau of Burlingame, CA, Marijane Le Tourneau, Raymond Le Tourneau, Jr. both of Petaluma, Sueann (Bob) Schumann of San Francisco, Lisa (Mike) Alvernaz of OK, and Kate (Russell) Hantman of Fairfax and the...
Doret Roberts Kollerer
Oct 31, 2012
Doret Roberts Kollerer - Teacher, Journalist, Humanitarian Doret is survived by her son, Christopher Kollerer; granddaughter, Shannon Wiseman; and great-grandchildren, Jack Wiseman, Josh White, and Liberty Wiseman. Preceding her in death were her husband, Herman J. Kollerer; son, H. Kenneth Kollerer; and brother, Kenneth Roberts. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Philip the Apostle Church at 3730 Bohemian...
Karen Archbold
Oct 30, 2012
Karen Archbold - Our Beloved Karen Archbold passed away from complications surrounding a brain aneurism on Tuesday, October 30. The incredible amount of intimacy, hugs, tears, laughter and deeply palpable love that surrounded Karen's bedside that day was a testimony to the radiant spirit that she was for us all. Born on January 25, 1951, Karen always demonstrated a kind...
Carl Joseph Poehlmann
Oct 29, 2012
Carl Joseph Poehlmann - Carl passed away peacefully in his beloved hometown of Petaluma, after suffering complications from cancer. He was thrilled to have seen the Giants win the World Series one more time, and to go fishing recently at Black Point, a favorite childhood haunt. Carl was born in San Francisco to Mabel and Frank Poehlmann, and grew up...
Larry G. Metzger, Ii
Oct 27, 2012
Larry G. Metzger, II - Passed away unexpectedly in Petaluma on October 27, 2012 surrounded by his family at the age of 47 years. A resident of Plumas Lake, CA. Cherished husband of Laycie Metzger of Plumas Lakes, CA. Devoted father of Colby, Chase, and Adam Metzger all of Aromas, CA, Savannah Metzger , Shelby Bird both of Plumas Lake,...
Simone Broadbent
Oct 26, 2012
Simone Broadbent - Passed away on October 26, 2012 in Greenbrae. Devoted daughter of Don Broadbent of Petaluma and the late Collette Broadbent. Cherished sister of Cindy Maynard of Petaluma, Jennifer Mersino of Fresno, Michele Whitney of Exeter, and Jolene Broadbent of WA. Survived by four nieces, three nephews and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Friends and family are invited...
Christopher E. Reilly
Oct 26, 2012
Christopher E. Reilly - Passed away suddenly in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico on October 26, 2012. Devoted son of Sande Reilly of Rohnert Park and the late Tom Reilly. Adored brother of Mitch Reilly (Anne) of Petaluma, Mike Reilly of Petaluma and Tom Reilly of Rohnert Park. Cherished grandson of Martha and George Locke of Moro Bay. Loving nephew...
Frank Wagner
Oct 24, 2012
Frank Wagner - WAGNER, FRANK HENRY" Passed away peacefully, at the age of 93, with his caregiver by his side at home in Santa Rosa on October 24, 2012. Frank was a native born Santa Rosan and a lifelong resident of Rincon Valley. Born on the family estate on January 5, 1919, he was the son of the late Rosina...

Walter Henry Ehlers
Oct 23, 2012
Walter Henry Ehlers - Passed away peacefully on October 23, 2012 at his Petaluma residence at the age of 88 years. Devoted husband of Joan Ehlers and the late Aileen Ehlers. Loving father of Bob Ehlers (Charlotte) of San Luis Obispo, Margaret E. â??Peggyâ?
Leona Hazel Chase
Oct 20, 2012
Leona Hazel Chase - Passed away at her Petaluma residence on Oct. 20, 2012 at the age of 102. Devoted wife of the late Arthur B. Chase. Loving mother of Joyce Tolson and her husband Brian of Petaluma and the late Marjorie Bechler. Beloved grandmother of Michael Tolson of Santa Rosa; Mark Tolson of Sebastopol; Susan Dranit, Dorothy Oliker, Linda...
William J. Mccall
Oct 17, 2012
William J. "Bill" McCall - "Mayor of Fallon" Bill was born in Petaluma and raised on the family dairy in Fallon where he started working at a very young age. He graduated from Tomales High School and on June 6, 1964, he married his high school sweetheart Diana (Zimmerman) and together they enjoyed 48 years of marriage. In his spare...
Marc Mott
Oct 17, 2012
Marc Mott - Marc Mott passed away at the age of 86 on Oct. 17, surrounded by family. Marc was a special agent for the Internal Revenue Service for 35 years, serving most of his career in San Francisco. Marc also was an avid flyer, and a member of the Silverado Soaring Club. Marc is survived by Rita, his loving...

Sandi Tucker
Oct 16, 2012
Sandi Tucker - Passed away in Sonoma on October 16, 2012 at the age of 64 years. Devoted wife of the late Doug Tucker. Loving mother of Adam Tucker and Jerry Tucker both of Rohnert Park. Dear sister of Toni Brentlinger of Rohnert Park and Gary Soldavini of Georgia. Survived by several nieces and nephews. Sandi was employed at Mc...
Jean Elizabeth Carlson
Oct 16, 2012
Jean Elizabeth Carlson - Passed away on October 16, 2012 in Petaluma at the age of 94. Devoted wife of the late Heimer â??Hamâ?
Arthur L. Lafranchi
Oct 14, 2012
Arthur L. Lafranchi - Arthur Lafranchi passed away at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital on Sunday, October 14, 2012. He was surrounded by loving family when he finally succumbed to heart and kidney failure. Art and his wife, Diane, were high-school sweethearts. They were married for more than 55 years, and have five proud children and twelve loving grandchildren. Art, 76,...
Evelyn Mary Ramatici
Oct 14, 2012
Evelyn Mary Ramatici - Passed away on October 14, 2012 in Petaluma. Devoted wife of the late Stanley Ramatici. Cherished mother of Gary Ramatici (Janet) and Michael Ramatici (Sandra) all of Petaluma. Adored grandmother of Nora Ramatici of West Hollywood, Ross Ramatici, Sophia Ramatici, and Mary Ramatici all of San Francisco. Beloved sister of Joe Tremari (Dorothy), James Tremari (Rose)...
Salvatore Pierino Peritore
Oct 12, 2012
Salvatore Pierino Peritore - PERITORE, SALVATORE "?SAL" PIERINO" Unexpectedly entered into rest in Santa Rosa, CA on October 12, 2012. Dearly beloved father of Steven Giuseppe (Jade Fang) Peritore and David Gregory (Cecilia Valdivia) Peritore. Adored grandfather of Ariella, Emilia, Camila and Mia Peritore, all of Santa Rosa, CA. Loving brother of Angelo Peritore, Filipo Peritore and Giovanni Peritore, all...
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