Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries
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Amelia "Amy" Piazza
Sep 16, 2021
In loving memory of Amelia “Amy” Piazza.
Amy was born September 11, 1930. She passed away on September 16, 2021, shortly after her 91st birthday. Amy was born in Sebastopol, California to James and Emma Cetta. She began her life in Bodega, attending Potter School and graduated from Tomales High School. Amy attended business college for a...
David Parsons
Sep 16, 2021
On Thursday, September 16, 2021, David Parsons passed away at the age 68 in Petaluma, California. Dave was cherished and loved deeply by all who knew him.
A native of Petaluma, California Dave was a self-described “free range chicken.” Dave enjoyed extroverted, cozy, and friendly people. He loved sharing his experience of life with stores of charm,...
Marilyn E. Bridgman
Sep 14, 2021
Passed away at home in Sonoma, CA, September 14, 2021 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Donald J. Laursen. Loving mother of Rick Bridgman and cherished grandmother of Ashley Bridgman and Brittany Bridgman. Sister of the late Patricia Trudgen. Daughter of the late Richard and Mary (Cunningham) Smith.
A native of Petaluma, Marilyn...
Antonio Enrique "Tony" Llamas, Sr.
Sep 12, 2021
Antonio Enrique "Tony" Llamas, Sr., passed away on September 12, 2021 in Santa Rosa at the age of 46 years. Devoted father of Antonio E. "Tony" Llamas, Jr., Jia Llamas, and the late Sadie Llamas. Beloved son of Sylvia Llamas and Daniel Llamas. Adored brother of Daniel Llamas, Jr. and brother-in-law of Angie Llamas. Loving uncle of Daniel, III;...
Russell Lee Stedman
Sep 10, 2021
Russell Lee Stedman passed away on September 10, 2021, in Petaluma, California. He was known for his gentle kindness, giving soul, and spirited heart. He was loved by all who knew him.
Russell was born in Venice, California to Homer and Zoe. After meeting Marilyn 65 years ago, they married after six weeks.
He served...
Lana Lee Verbon
Sep 9, 2021
Lana Lee Verbon
April 29, 1950 – September 9, 2021
Lana Lee Verbon, age 71, passed away at her home in Santa Rosa on September 9, 2021. Lana was born on April 29,1950 in Culver City to Marco and Marion Verbon. As a Christian who shared the word of God with all she is surely...
Orville Stearley
Sep 8, 2021
Orville O. Stearley
August 27, 1931 – September 8, 2021
Orville O. Stearley passed away at home at the age of 90, after a long battle with cancer. He is survived by his children; John, Carl, Larry, Donald, Karen, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, also a brother and numerous nephews and nieces. Orville was born and raised...
Estelle M. "Topsy" Agius
Sep 8, 2021
Passed away at home surrounded by her loving family, September 8, 2021, beloved wife of the late James L. Agius, Sr. Adored mother of James L. Agius, Jr.(Maureen) and Cynthia A. Reynolds (Richard). Cherished grandmother of Jamie Smith (Dean), Mary Reynolds, Margaret Pierattini (Nico), John Reynolds (Kinyatta), Mark Reynolds (Barbara), James L. Agius III and the late Dominic Agius. ...
Melvin "Mel" Lafranchi
Sep 4, 2021
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Melvin L. “Mel” Lafranchi passed away on September 4, 2021 in Petaluma at the age of 74 years. Devoted father of Eric Lafranchi, Katie Lafranchi, Luke Lafranchi, and the late Hank Lafranchi. Adored grandfather of Michaela, Kobe, Bella and Brogan. Loving brother of Marj Hansen, Darlene Baser, Denise Churchill Clarkson, Pete Spiliotis, Gina Lafranchi and Debbie Johnson. Survived...
Kenneth A. Rickert
Sep 3, 2021
Kenneth A. Rickert, born January 5, 1930, passed away peacefully at home in his sleep from natural causes on Friday, September , 2021.
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Jeremias Silva
Sep 2, 2021
Jeremias Silva passed away on September 2, 2021 in Petaluma at the age of 90 years. Devoted husband of the late Aldora Silva. Cherished father of Ines Floriano (Daniel), Manuel Silva (Blanca), John Silva, Victor Silva (Anngel), and Lisa Silva. Beloved grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of two. Loving brother of Deolinda Leite and the late Manuel Silva. Survived...
Dimas R. Pacheco
Aug 31, 2021
Dimas R. Pacheco passed away on August 31, 2021 in Santa Rosa at the age of 78 years. Devoted husband of Mary Pacheco of Petaluma. Adored father of Tim Pacheco and his wife Amber and Steven Pacheco and his wife Lisa. Beloved grandfather of Mason and Colby Pacheco; and Jaden, Talya and Aubrey Pacheco; and the late Tyler Pacheco. ...
Edward John Cardoza
Aug 31, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edward John Cardoza. Aged 76, Eddie passed away peacefully on August 31, 2021.
Eddie was born in San Rafael on December 4th, 1944 to parents John Cardoza & Beatrice Cardoza. He began his life on Tubbs Island and as a young child moved to the family...
Denise Lynne Matlak
Aug 30, 2021
Denise Lynne Matlak (Hughes)
Born September 5th, 1946
Denise had fond memories of her childhood in Old Towne Bellevue, Nebraska: playing jacks and hopscotch, climbing trees, visiting the Five and Dime, swimming at Merritt’s Beach, and getting into shenanigans with her brother, Jeffrey Hughes (wife, Mary). During her teenage years, she could often be found...
James Sulzer
Aug 24, 2021
James D. Sulzer passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 24, 2021 after a long battle with Lung Cancer.
Jim was born to Elizabeth & Sidney in Talihina, Oklahoma on 8/15/1941. He lived in Petaluma with his wife, Delmy Sulzer, and his precious pooch Norman.
His family moved to CA when he and his...
Louise A. Ayers
Aug 24, 2021
Louise A. Ayers passed away on August 24, 2021 in Petaluma at the age of 85 years with her loving family by her side.
Louise was born to Dora (Pozzi) and Natale Nosecchi, Sr., on December 14, 1935, in Petaluma and was the youngest of five children. She grew up on the ranch and attended Petaluma schools,...
Evelyn Ransom
Aug 23, 2021
6/23/1920 – 08/23/2021
With great sadness, the life of Evelyn C. Ransom has come to an end. Passed away on 8/23/2021 at age 101. She was the matriarch of both the Ransom & Tamagni families. Born in 1920 in Vina, CA to Cesare & Josephine Tamagni on the family dairy ranch. She was predeceased by 11 siblings....
Thomas Paul Altenreuther
Aug 22, 2021
Thomas P. Altenreuther passed away on August 22, 2021 in Glen Ellen at the age of 70 years. Devoted father of Tera Altenreuther, Ronniie Altenreuther (Brad Kinney), and Ernest J. Altenreuther, II (Sabrina). Beloved grandfather of Summer, Skyler, Ceridwen, Inara, and Aurora. Cherished great-grandfather of Liliana. Adored son of the late Gloria and Ernest Altenreuther.
Friends and...
Tony Mannella
Aug 18, 2021
Tony Mannella passed away unexpectedly on August 18, 2021 at the age of 66. He was born April 23, 1955 in San Rafael to parents Ralph and Mary Mannella. He attended Sir Francis Drake High School in San Anselmo, where he became friends with Helen (Caiati) and they later married in 1976. He began working as a locksmith at...
Patricia Mechling
Aug 17, 2021
Patricia Ann Mariani Mechling died on August 22, 2021 after a short illness with her family by her side five days after turning 88 years old. Patricia is survived by her son David Mechling and his wife Mona of Rohnert Park, son Steven Mechling of Santa Rosa and grandson Daniel Mechling of Chesapeake Virginia.
She is also...
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