Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries
Local obituaries for families Sonoma and Marin Counties
George James Callori
Jan 13, 2019
George James Callori, a longtime resident of Santa Rosa, California passed away on January 13, 2019 at the age of 93.
George was born on July 12, 1925, in San Francisco, California to Pietro and Marie Callori. George served in the US Army Air Corps and worked as a supervisor in the Public Works Division on Treasure...
Philip Austin Di Stanislao
Jan 12, 2019
Philip A. Di Stanislao, 95, of Santa Rosa, CA, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2019 at his home in Santa Rosa after a short illness.
Phil was born in the Bronx, New York, on November 18, 1923, son of the late Eric and Marie Alda (Bruni) Di Stanislao. He is survived by his wife of 20...
Henry A. Reynaud, Jr.
Jan 10, 2019
Petaluma- Henry A. Reynaud, Jr., age 83, died Thursday, January 10th, 2019 at the Hospice of the Valley Sherman Home in Phoenix, AZ following a brief battle with cancer.
He leaves his niece Carol Albrecht, and grand nieces and nephews, Tatianna Troop, Christopher Albrecht, Mark Johnson, Timothy Albrecht, Joshua Albrecht, and Hailey Albrecht, along with numerous great-grand...
Lynda Ruth Smith
Jan 6, 2019
Lynda Smith, talented Petaluma area musician, had her last musical note fade to the memory of family and friends on Sunday, January 6th following a medical emergency. Her family was holding her hands with music playing as she transitioned to the heavenly choir. To all who knew Lynda, it is safe to say—
—“Look out heaven, it’s...
David Richardson
Jan 4, 2019
Four days into the New Year, David passed away peacefully at home with loved ones at his side. David was born in Santa Barbara on Sept. 22, 1932 to Elizabeth and Thomas Richardson. The family later moved to San Bernardino where Dave grew up. He was active in sports in high school, including track and tennis.
He...
Leopoldina Honoria Machado Avila Silva
Jan 2, 2019
Leopoldina Honoria Machado Avila Silva passed away peacefully on January 2, 2019. Cherished wife of the late Humberto da Rocha Silva. Beloved mother of Norberto J. Silva, Duarte L. Silva, Humberta F. Silva and the late Humberto M. Silva. Adoring grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of 10.
A Mass will be held on Friday, January 11, 2019...
Barbara Ann Nelson
Jan 2, 2019
Passed away at home in Petaluma, CA, January 2, 2019, beloved mother of Lynn Voss, Lori Grossi (Dino) and Byron Nelson (Edie). Loving grandmother of Mario Grossi (Shannon), Christine Nunes (Sergio), Kayla Dufour, Byron Nelson, Zachary Nelson (Lindsey), Shelby Nelson, and Mallory Nelson. Cherished great grandmother of Ellie, Brooke and Kasey Nelson. Dear sister of Jesse “Babe” Amaral, Joe...
Lorraine Soto
Dec 31, 2018
It’s with great sadness that the family of Lorraine Soto announce her passing on December 31st 2018 at the age of 67. She died peacefully yet somewhat unexpectedly in her sleep at home from Pulmonary Hypertension and COPD. She is survived by her daughter Susan of Portland OR, sister Becky and husband Bob Swart of San Jose, brothers Tom...
Robert Lawrence Comyns
Dec 30, 2018
At peace and reunited with his beloved Margie on December 30, 2018. Born to John Comyns and Marguerite Maysenhalder in San Francisco on April 29, 1926. Younger brother of John (Jay). Devoted father of Laura, John, Margaret (Peggy), Thomas, and Kathleen. Loving grandfather of Jennifer, Erin, Christopher, Kaitrin, Tyler, and Lucas. Great-grandfather of Melody, Desmond, Sariah, and Levi. Our father...
Betty Kennedy Huff
Dec 29, 2018
Passed away, December 29, 2018 in Petaluma, CA at the age of 87. She was preceded in death by her husbands, the late Walter Kennedy and the late Russ Huff. Loving mother of Jeff (Toni) Kennedy and the late Donna Kennedy. Beloved grandmother of Jamie (Jason) Stubberfield and Bryan (Heather) Kennedy. Cherished great grandmother of Tetris and Coda Kennedy. ...
Ralph Leon Fravel, Detective,Pd, Retired Sr
Dec 26, 2018
Entered into rest peacefully in Santa Rosa, California on December 26, 2018. A native of Columbus, Indiana, age 77 years.
Detective Fravel is an honorably discharged veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp and served as a Detective with the Santa Rosa Police Department for thirty years, retiring in 1998.
He is survived by his children;...
Thelma Kent Bachand
Dec 26, 2018
With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of Thelma Kent Bachand, a loving and devoted mother of Jeannine Dalton (Jim), grandmother of Michelle Fisher (Heath), and Nicole Pattison (Bryce) and great grandmother of Colin, Mikayla, Jack and Grace. Thelma died peacefully in her home on December 26, 2018 exactly one month before her 99th birthday. She was preceded in...
Frederick Charles Dolcini
Dec 22, 2018
Frederick Charles Dolcini, age 73, passed away peacefully at his West Petaluma home on December 22, 2018, surrounded by family. He is survived by his devoted wife, Karen; his sons, Fred Jr., (Kerrie) and Greg (Joy); his grandchildren, Charlee, Kelsey, Emmalee, and Sean; his siblings, Linda Lehto, Patrick Dolcini, and Sheila Thornton (Dan); and numerous nieces and nephews. He...
Henry Geroge Stuehmeyer
Dec 14, 2018
Henry George Stuehmeyer
July 7, 1925 – December 14, 2018
Henry (Stu) Stuehmeyer passed away peacefully on Friday, December 14, 2018 in Petaluma, California at the age of 93 years.
Stu was born in Lincoln, Missouri and was one of eight siblings. Most of his childhood was spent in an orphanage in St....
Joelle Marie Angeli
Dec 14, 2018
Passed away in Bakersfield, CA, December 14, 2018 after a short illness at the age of 61. She was the daughter of the late Frank Angeli and Norma Angeli. Loving sister of Robert Angeli (Annalisa), Linda Angeli, Brenda Angeli Eagle, Vincent Angeli and the late Victor Angeli. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A native...
Sharon Ann Sanderson Vallier
Dec 13, 2018
Sadly, and much too soon, Sharon Ann Sanderson Vallier passed away at home in the afternoon hours of December 13, 2018.
Dear wife of DeanVallier, beloved sister of John L. and Renée Klemenok, cherished niece of Louise Titus. Loving aunt of Karen Sanchez-Corea, Kristen Stiver and Nicholas Klemenok, and special aunt of great nieces and nephew. Predeceased...
Ernestino "Ernest" - "Ernie" Piantanida
Dec 10, 2018
Ernest (Ernie) Piantanida peacefully passed away at his home in Rohnert Park, CA on Monday, December 10, 2018. He was born June 17, 1932 in Milan, Italy to Pietro and Ida Piantanida.
He is survived by his wife JoAnn Ferrera-Piantanida of 4 years of marriage; children Sandra Piantanida of Rohnert Park, CA and Vivian Humphreys of Petaluma...
Sylvia Irene Metz
Dec 9, 2018
Sylvia Metz passed away Dec. 9 at the age of 84. Born in Tucson Arizona on July 6, 1934 she lived in Petaluma close to 50 years. With her husband Chuck Metz she owned and operated a local business almost 40 years in downtown Petaluma before retiring. Over the years Sylvia was a member and volunteer of many social...
Elizabeth Amaya
Dec 8, 2018
ELIZABETH AMAYA passed away peacefully with family by her side on December 8, 2018 in Penngrove at the age of 85 years. Devoted wife of the late Ben C. Amaya. Adored mother of Ava Pratt, Rita Pearson, Arleen Amaya, and Ben V. Amaya. Cherished grandmother of eight and great-grandmother of twelve.
Friends and family are invited to...
Jess Porter Cooley
Dec 8, 2018
Jess Porter Cooley passed away December 8, 2018, at her Petaluma home, “Casa Mia”, surrounded by family.
A fifth generation San Franciscan, she was born September 19, 1927, to Hugh Beverly Porter and Frances Welch Lent. She was a devoted sister to the late William Lent Porter (Barbara), and the late Beverly Grey Porter.
She...
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