Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries

Mar 12, 2021

Mark A. Edwards passed away on March 12, 2021 in Santa Rosa at the age of 61 years.  Beloved parent with Sue Perkins to Candace Skikos-Harker (Andrew Skikos), Zachary Mark Edwards (Emma), and the late Christopher Gerald Edwards.  Adored grandfather of Jay and Ava Harker; and Aiden, Austin, and Addison Skikos.  Devoted son of Carol Edwards and the late...

Mar 9, 2021

The world lost a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Dorothy Langley, who died peacefully on March 9, 2021.  Born in Fortuna, CA in 1938, Dorothy lived to be 82, just a few days shy of her 83rd birthday.  As a child, Dorothy was the apple of her father’s eye.  After his passing, she was blessed with another father,...

Mar 8, 2021

Dorraine Alma Turner (nee Thulin) was born 3/19/32 in Albany CA, and passed on 3/8/21 in Petaluma, CA. She descended from Scandinavian pioneers who settled Southern Utah as part of the “Great Mormon Migration.”

After baptism as a teen in the LDS church, she learned piano so she could accompany her congregation. In her youth, she was...

Mar 8, 2021

Scott Ernest Byorum, age 53, passed away after a brief illness on March 8, 2021 with his loving partner Angela Graves by his side.

Scott was born on November 9,1968 at the old Petaluma General Hospital that was located on 6th Street downtown Petaluma.

Scott is survived by his parents Henry and Judith Byorum, brother...

Mar 7, 2021

Charlotte Alice “Happy” Rapp passed away peacefully at home on March 7, 2021.  “Happy” started her life in Chicago, IL to later settle in Petaluma, CA. Beloved daughter to the late John Harper and Charlotte Tanforan and preceded in death by her first born Michelle Volker. Loving mother to Candace Volker (Steve Klein), Alicia Volker Rones (Todd) and Christopher...

Mar 1, 2021

Elizabeth Anne Youngberg, 81, passed away peacefully in Petaluma on March 1, 2021.  Liz had been a resident of Petaluma since 1973.  She was a graduate of Palo Alto High School and earned her Bachelor’s Degree from University of California, Berkeley.

Liz and her late husband (Bob) were very active with youth sports during the 1970’s and...

Feb 27, 2021

Passed away peacefully February 27, 2021, at the age of 85. Devoted wife of the late Anthony R. “Tony” Rebottaro.  Beloved mother of Thomas (Lane) Rebottaro and Susan (Garret) Rebottaro-Moore. Cherished grandmother of Amy, Adam, Joey, Paul, Rachel, William, Sarah, Anna, Faye and Kevin. Doting great grandmother of Ethan, Micaela, Freya and Nicholas. Dear sister of Tom Tomassini and...

Feb 26, 2021

Passed away on February 26, 2021 in Petaluma at the age of 82.  Beloved wife of the late Robert Watson.  Loving mother of Randy Watson (Vicky), Mark Watson, Cathy Busse (Tom), and Cindy Lucchesi (Dennis.)  Cherished grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of three.  Predeceased by one grandson.

Betty was born in Saginaw, Michigan, the Daughter of Melvin...

Feb 25, 2021

Phillip Krohn, was born on Nov 23, 1947 at Cedar Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles.  He graduated from Mark Keppel High School in Alhambra in 1965.  He attended Chico State University where he obtained a Master’s Degree in Recreation Administration.   Phil can be described as a visionary, pioneer and “exercise aficionado.”   He moved to Sonoma County in the early...

Feb 24, 2021

Joan M. Murphy passed away on February 24, 2021 in Petaluma at the age of 83 years.  Devoted wife of the late Daniel Murphy.  Cherished mother of Ann De Jong (Don) of Petaluma; Jerry Murphy (Paula) of Reno, NV; Patrick Murphy (Dina) of Spokane, WA; and Dan Murphy of Redding.  Adored grandmother of Morgan De Jong (Tiffany), Dylan De...

Feb 19, 2021

Linda F. Tamba passed away on February 19, 2021 in Petaluma at the age of 83 years.  Devoted wife of Frank Tamba.  Cherished mother of Ray Tamba (Lori) and Leroy Tamba (Cheryl). Beloved grandmother of Josh Tamba (Ashley), Chelsie Swift (Thomas), Jake Tamba (Emily), and Chris Tamba (Brittany).  Adored great-grandmother of Siena, Darrow, Brielle and Wesley.  Loving sister of...

Feb 13, 2021

Passed away peacefully at her home in Petaluma on Saturday, February 13th, 2021 at the age of 98, surrounded by her loving family.  Josephine was born February 5, 1923 at The Pioneer Hatchery on Olive Street in Santa Rosa, California to Joseph and Ena King. Josephine graduated from Santa Rosa High School in 1941. On October 9th, 1943 she married...

Feb 12, 2021

Passed away peacefully at her home on Friday February 12, 2021, her ever-present daughter and son-in-law by her side.

Loving and devoted wife to her previously deceased husband Dr. David A. Sisler.

The pride of her life was raising 11 children. She was the adored grandma of 24 and great-grandma to 16.

Loving...

Feb 12, 2021

Geraldine “Gerry” Galley Cook passed from this earth February 12, 2021, in her home, surrounded by family. She was born in Venice Beach, California August 24, 1931. She was married to Rulon Hancey Cook, September 10, 1951 in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Logan, Utah temple. They spent 59 playful, devoted years together before Rulon’s passing...

Feb 12, 2021

Our dear father passed away peacefully at the age of 94. Gino was a native San Franciscan and spent his life in the Bay Area. His parents immigrated from Italy and raised Gino along with his sister and two brothers. Gino attended Galileo High School in San Francisco and served in the US Navy during WWII, with active duty in...

Feb 9, 2021

Norman, Norm, Normie,

Normeo, F-in’ Norm.

The good guy in the black hat.

Safety-man; Bonsai expert; Sunnyslope Court watchman;

RCA  Global Comm. Manager; The Phantom Screen man;

Loving father; Devoted grandfather; Claire’s favorite husband;

Impeccable dresser; Smooth golfer; Competitive tennis player;

Avid fisherman; Ardent hunter;...

Feb 4, 2021

Eugene (Gene) Francis Lynch, DVM, passed away on February 4th, 2021 at his home in Petaluma at the age of 83. He is survived by his wife Rebecca Lynch, daughter Laurel Lynch, and his 80+ bonsai trees, which he nurtured for over 50 years. Born in Deer Lodge, Montana to Matthew and Mildred Lynch, Gene grew up in San...

Feb 3, 2021

Joanie passed away peacefully in her home on February 3 surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. People who knew her knew of her love for volunteering, live music and dancing, travel, and giving to others. Joanie generously donated her time and financial support to many organizations,...

Feb 3, 2021

Retired Maj. General Edward L. Andrews

Retired Maj. General Edward L. Andrews, 76 of Petaluma lost his two year battle with (multiple myeloma) cancer on February 3, 2021.

Ed was born in Quantico, VA, the son of a proud Marine, and was raised in Redding, PA. After high school graduation, he attended the US Military...

Jan 29, 2021

Megan Flynn died peacefully in her sleep on January 29, 2021 in San Francisco, California. She had an undiagnosed lung infection and ultimately developed sepsis. Megan was born in Urbana, Illinois on July 11, 1978 the daughter of Colin Peter Flynn, a physics professor, and Susan Kingston, a teacher. Megan was a distinguished student-athlete who swam competitively at the...