Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries

Jorge Nava Cruz

Jan 15, 2023

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Memorial Donation Visitation Wednesday, January 25, 2023 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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FD12 CR91 Petaluma, California 94952 Vigil Service Wednesday, January 25, 2023 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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FD12 CR91 Petaluma, California 94952 Divine Liturgy with Memorial Prayers Wednesday,...

Martha Sabourin

Jan 14, 2023

Martha Elizabeth Sabourin, née Webb, a longtime resident of Petaluma died on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at the age of 96 after a recent illness. A devoted wife, sister, mother and grandmother, she will be deeply missed by family and friends.

Born and raised in Topeka, Kansas, Martha graduated from the University of Kansas. While working in...

Catherine Marie Geernaert

Jan 14, 2023

Catherine Marie Geernaert (Brandy) was born in Paris, France on December 19, 1958 to Walter and Catherine Brandenburg of Lockport, NY. She had six brothers (Chucky, Walter, Braden, Bobby, Rich, and Jimmy) and one half-brother. She came into the world on the prayers of her mother, who after a long line of boys asked God to please send her...

Stephen J. Taylor

Jan 12, 2023

At rest, Jan. 12, 2023, dearly beloved husband of Carole-Ann Taylor. Loving father of Matthew (Laura) Taylor, Angela (Scott) Pariani and Michael (Coco) Taylor. Cherished grandfather of Ryan, Francesca, Nina, Mia, Cash and Lola. Beloved brother of Marilyn Taylor and Mashshall (Kathy) Taylor.

President and owner of Valente, Marini, Perata & Co. Funeral Directors, San Francisco.

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Andrew "Andy" Stoeppelwerth

Jan 11, 2023

Andrew “Andy” Stoeppelwerth passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He was 83 years old. Andrew was born December 12, 1939 to Andrew and Arlene Stoeppelwerth. After being born in San Francisco, he later resided in Daly City before moving to Petaluma. Andy served as a Police Officer in the SFPD for 28 years...

Jean Posey

Jan 10, 2023

Dorothy Jean Posey, artist/painter, originally from Atlanta, Ga., and long-time San Francisco resident passed away from natural causes Monday January 10, 2023.  Jean loved art, cats and music.  She is survived by her sisters and their families: Lynn and Jim Perkins of Franklin, Tennessee, Leah Posey and Frank Wilson, and Pamela Posey of New Haven, Ct. In lieu of flowers...

Mabel Evelyn Hlebakos

Jan 4, 2023

Mabel Evelyn Lafranchi Hlebakos passed away peacefully on January 4, 2023 at the age of a 103 years young. Beloved wife of the late James Hlebakos. Loving mother of Cynthia Siebe (Ron) and Cheryl Hlebakos. Adored Grandmother of Sharon and James Siebe (Maya). Great-Grandmother of Lauren and Hailey Siebe. Godmother of Bill Paganetti Jr. Preceeded in death by her...

Kathleen Wood

Jan 2, 2023

Kathleen Wood, 84, passed away in her Berkeley, California home January 2, 2023. Born December 18, 1938 in Petaluma, California, to Harold and Pauline (Lassen) Johannsen. She was raised on the family poultry ranch, where hard work and pursuing education were family expectations. After graduating from Petaluma High School in 1956, academic scholarships in hand, she earned degrees at...

Bonnie Irene Darling

Dec 31, 2022

Bonnie Irene Darling – Born in Granger, WA on August 11, 1935 passed on December 31, 2022.

Survived by her loving partner of over 60 years, Carol Bino, brother Isaac Darling, sister Percy Malone, and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Sister of Janet, Grace, Dora, Bob, Hal, Chuck, Loretta, and Marie. In her long and happy...

Annie Allena

Dec 28, 2022

Annie Allena passed peacefully in her sleep on December 28th, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Peter Allena. Mother of Raymond (Mary) Allena and Dolores (Gerald) Bundesen. Noni to Derek (Staci) Bundesen, Greg (Emilee) Bundesen, Lisa (Ron) Giacomini and Andrea (Jeff) Ketchu. Nana to Grace, Ty, Jordan, Alex, Lauren, Garrett, Jillian, Natalie and Bennett. Preceded in death by her...

John Louis Benjamin

Dec 27, 2022

John Benjamin passed away peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, December 27th, 2022, at the age of 75, after battling Alzheimer’s for a decade.

He was a gentle soul who loved gardening, hiking, taking photos of nature, and his family above all else. His love of music carried with him all his life and he was known...

Thelma Rose Ivey

Dec 27, 2022

On December 27, 2022 Thelma Rose Ivey passed into the loving arms of Jesus. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Mildred (Egginson) Silkowski, her sister Elaine Macenko, her daughter’s father Billy Ivey and great granddaughter Aurora Meyers. Thelma leaves behind her sister, Sr. Lillian Silkowski, her daughters Glenna G Howe (Nancy Howe), Bonnie J Meyers...

Thelma M. Chesnut

Dec 26, 2022

Passed away at 101 on December 26, 2022. She is preceded in death by her husband John B. Chesnut Sr. and her son John B. Chesnut Jr. She is survived by her son Robert (Bob) L. Chesnut, daughters Teddi V. Gravel (Hank) and Terri J. Clark (Jay), 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 7 great great grandchildren. She was...

Patrick C. Bianchini

Dec 24, 2022

Patrick C. Bianchini, age 75, passed away on Christmas Eve in San Jose surrounded by loving and supportive family members. Patrick was born and raised in Petaluma, with his early years spent on the family dairy ranch in Two Rock Valley. He graduated from St. Vincent High School in 1965. Following graduation he studied at Fresno State College. Later...

Maria Eurides Dryden

Dec 19, 2022

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Thursday, January 05, 2023

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Gary G. Vonraesfeld

Dec 17, 2022

Gary was born August 1, 1963, surprisingly died in the very early morning hours of Saturday, December 17, 2022. His actions were always those of a very kind and gentle soul. He always greeted others with a smile and acknowledged everyone by name. He was loyal and devoted to St. Vincent de Paul High School students, especially those involved...

Charles "Chuck" Ternes

Dec 13, 2022

Chuck, 82, died peacefully after a long illness. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Beverly, and his daughters Debbie and Tracy Zezza (Paul). Chuck had 5 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Chuck was a lifelong resident of Petaluma and successful businessman who owned and operated Ternes Office Equipment in Petaluma for many years.Chuck was an avid ham...

Evelyn F. (Genazzi) Gilardi

Dec 13, 2022

Evelyn F. (Genazzi) Gilardi passed away eight days after her 100th birthday. Evelyn was born, Dec. 5,1922 at 337 Liberty Street in Petaluma where her mother traveled from Point Reyes to stay with a friend who was a nurse. She was the daughter of Fred and Erminia Genazzi and lived her entire life on the family dairy ranch in...

Parmodni Sharma

Dec 8, 2022

Parmodni “Pam” Sharma passed away with family by her side on Thursday, December 8th, 2022.  She was born on June 14, 1960, in Suva, Fiji to Tara Chand and Bhan Kuar.  She married Dhirendra Nath Sharma in 1985.  Her greatest joys in life were her two sons as well as her two granddaughters.  She is preceded in death by...

Guillermina Reyes

Dec 7, 2022

Guillermina Reyes, 90, passed away from pneumonia on December 7, 2022 at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital. She was born on June 26, 1932 in El Salvador, Central America. She was raised by her grandmother, Lucia Granados.

Guillermina (Mama) was a very kind soul with a pure heart of gold. She welcomed many forsaken children and families into...