Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries
Local obituaries for families Sonoma and Marin Counties
Dorothy Crystal Dean Petersen
Jun 30, 2008
Dorothy Crystal Dean Petersen - Entered into rest peacefully June 30, 2008 with her loving family at her bedside. Dorothy was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, Jacob "Jake""" Petersen. "" Resuming her teaching career, Dorothy also returned to her active social life that included her membership in the Petaluma Business and Professional Women's Club, Gamma...
Earl N. Soldate
Jun 29, 2008
Earl N. "Scrub" Soldate - Passed away on June 29, 2008 in Petaluma with his son Jim and daughter Betty by his side. Devoted husband of 73 years to the late Dorothy (Hoy) Soldate. Cherished father of Betty Soldate, Jim Soldate (Sandy) all of Petaluma and Bill Soldate (Judy) of Burney, CA. Adored grandfather of David Soldate (Tracy), Eric Soldate...
Phyllis Lichtenberger
Jun 29, 2008
Phyllis Lichtenberger - Phyllis Rita Lichtenberger recently passed away on June 29, 2008 in Santa Rosa, CA and joins her husband of 60 years, Leonard Lichtenberger. Phyllis (Phyl) was born in San Francisco, CA on November 3, 1927 and was the youngest member of the Schmidt family, but was later adopted by Al Illias along with her older sister and...
Alice L. Martinelli
Jun 27, 2008
Alice L. Martinelli - Passed away at home in Petaluma, CA, June 27, 2008, beloved wife of the late Ulysses L. Martinelli. Loving mother of Gary Martinelli and his wife, Mary of Petaluma and Dave Martinelli and his wife, Teresa of Sonoma. Adored grandmother of Kathleen, Brian, Connor, Trevor and the late Pat. Alice was preceded in death by her...
Howard Meade Eichstaedt
Jun 26, 2008
Howard Meade Eichstaedt - EICHSTAEDT, HOWARD MEADE, Colonel, U.S. Army, Retired" Entered into rest peacefully, June 26, 2008, at his Santa Rosa, CA residence, with his family by his side. Dearly beloved sixty-four year husband of Elnora M. Eichstaedt of Santa Rosa, CA. Loving father of Robert Eichstaedt of Larkspur, Kurt (Chris Bekins) Eichstaedt of Sebastopol, Sharilyn (David) Bunce of...
Robert W. Drewes
Jun 26, 2008
Dr. Robert W. Drewes - Dr. Drewes passed away in Petaluma on June 26, 2008. Devoted father of Robert W. Drewes, Jr. and his wife Denise of Mt. View, CA, Carol K. Weidlich and her husband David of Petaluma, and Warren P. Drewes of Galt, CA. Loving grandfather of Daniel P. Weidlich and Kimmy M. Weidlich. Dear brother of the...
Charles Rhodes
Jun 25, 2008
Charles "Chuck" Rhodes - Passed away on June 25, 2008 in Sonoma. Devoted husband of Mary Rhodes of Sonoma. Cherished father of Charlie Rhodes (Theresa) of Sonoma. Adored grandfather of Tavin, Cormac, and Teagan Rhodes all of Sonoma. Beloved brother of Richard Rhodes (Jennifer) of OR and the late Patricia Rhodes. Loving brother-in-law of David Joseph of Petaluma. Dear uncle...
Roscoe A. Ritchey, Jr.
Jun 24, 2008
Roscoe A. Ritchey, Jr. - Roscoe Ritchey passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 in Petaluma. Dedicated husband of Beverly Ritchey of Petaluma. Loving father of Roscoe "Rocky""" A. Ritchey III of Santa Rosa, Darren Ritchey of Chico, Kelly Flores of Petaluma, Debra Ritchey of Chula Vista and the late Brenda Ritchey. Devoted grandfather of twelve and great grandfather...
Kevin Whitney
Jun 23, 2008
Kevin Whitney - WHITNEY, Kevin Brian Passed away Monday, June 23, 2008 with his family and many friends at his side at the age of 23 years old, after a tragic accident Sunday morning. Memorial contributions may be made in Kevinâ??s name to either Oxnard College Regional Fire Academy Trust & Agency Account (4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard, CA 93033)...
Wanda Collins Rhodes
Jun 21, 2008
Wanda Collins Rhodes - It is with fond and loving memories of a lifetime of moments past that Wanda"s spirit will endure. Per Wanda"s request, a small private memorial service is planned. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made in Wanda"s name to Memorial Hospice, 821 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 or to your favorite...
Elsie Nogueira Agan
Jun 20, 2008
Elsie Nogueira Agan - Elsie Nogueira Agan passed peacefully on June 20, 2008. A devoted wife of the late Peter Agan and loving mother to daughters Renee Agan Clark and Doreen Agan Estremo. She was the daughter of the late Victorino Nogueira and Rosa de Olivera Nogueira and sister to Katherine Schachair and the late Adele Davis. Elsie enjoyed all...
Mae Noriel
Jun 18, 2008
Mae Noriel - Age 87, passed away at her Petaluma home on Wednesday, June 18. Mae lived most of her life in Petaluma. She married her childhood sweetheart, Ed Noriel in 1943. Over the years she had several jobs outside the home, but Maeâ??s lifelong calling was that of caregiver to friends, family, and neighbors. Generations of children played in...
Annie Dorothy Arfsten
Jun 14, 2008
Annie Dorothy Arfsten - Went to be with Our Lord on June 14, 2008 in Petaluma, CA at the age of 100. She left us peacefully in her home, with her family by her side after a short illness. Born May 16, 1908 in Alvarado, CA in the hotel her parents Johann and Maria Friedrichsen owned. They moved to the...

Anthony Kevin Cahill
Jun 13, 2008
Anthony Kevin Cahill - CAHILL, ANTHONY KEVIN (Captain, SFFD, retired)" Entered into rest, June 13, 2008 in Santa Rosa, CA. Dearly beloved fifty-nine year husband of Lois V. Cahill of Santa Rosa, CA. Loving father of Daniel M. (Elena) Cahill of Novato, CA, Karen L. (William) Dundon of Cape Cod, Thomas A. Cahill of Elk Grove and Kevin M. (Lene...

Olive Fern Bruce
Jun 12, 2008
Olive Fern Bruce - Entered into rest, June 12, 2008, at her home in Santa Rosa at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late Arthur A. Bruce. Loving mother of William A. (Linda) Bruce of Silverdale, WA, Barry A. (Holly) Bruce of Santa Rosa, CA, Deborah A. ( Steve) Phillips of Windsor, CA and Constance M. (Gary)Craft, II...
Julio D. Ercolini
Jun 10, 2008
Julio D. Ercolini - Passed away at home in Petaluma, CA, June 10, 2008, beloved husband of the late Marian K. Ercolini. Adored father of Marie Boland (Ed), Virginia Wong (Richard), Rosanne Ercolini, Eileen Shired (Sid), Elaine Ercolini (Sean), Beth Ercolini , late Dan Ercolini (Mickey) and the late Dominic Ercolini (Donna). Loving grandfather of Ellen, Phil, Alice, Amy, Stephen,...
Lyda M. Rodgers
Jun 10, 2008
Lyda M. Rodgers - Passed away on June 10, 2008 in Petaluma. Loving wife of the late Gilbert E. â??Butchâ?
Willie L. Smith
Jun 10, 2008
"Willie""" L."" Smith - Willie Smith passed away peacefully at his Petaluma residence on June 10, 2008. Devoted husband of Betty Smith of Petaluma. Loving father of Scott Smith, Coletha Smith, Yvonne Schleth and her husband Darrin, all of Petaluma and the late Victor Smith and Steven Smith. Adored â??Papa Willieâ?
Daniel Brooks Snyder
Jun 9, 2008
Daniel Brooks Snyder - Passed away on June 9, 2008 at his home in Santa Rosa at the age of 91. Beloved husband of 67 years to Alice V. Snyder. Dear father of D. Brooks â??Chipâ?
Sandy L. Bursio
Jun 9, 2008
Sandy L. Bursio - Passed away suddenly June 9, 2008 in San Rafael, CA., beloved wife of Nick A. Bursio of Penngrove. Loving mother of Peter W. Bursio of Petaluma and the late John Stanley Bursio. Sister of William Blanford and sister-in-law of Doreen and Joe Bordessa. A native of Bellflower, CA. Age 60 years. Family and friends are invited...
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