Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries

Feb 22, 2018

Of Petaluma, 1927-2018, died February 22, 2018, aged 90, peacefully in her sleep after a brief illness.

Shirley Ann Hartford Jewel was born in Tumalo, Oregon, one of ten children. Despite a major hearing loss in childhood, she was the first Hartford to attend college and was a proud graduate of Lewis and Clark College. In 1966,...

Feb 20, 2018

Entered into rest following a long illness in Redwood City, CA on February 20, 2018. Dearly beloved son of Phuong Whitlock of Santa Rosa, CA. Jona also leaves behind his fiance; Melissa Fenk, their daughter; Aveena Jones and one unborn child. He is also survived by his siblings; Brittany Jones, Twila Jones and Jordan Jones, numerous nieces and nephews...

Feb 19, 2018

Born December 9, 1937 in San Francisco; passed away on February 19, 2018 in Santa Rosa at the age of 80 years. Devoted wife of the late Bruce King. Beloved mother of Gregory King and Jeanne Croinex both of Petaluma. Grandmother of Nicholas King. Sister of Eleanor Cadiente. At Marion's request, no services will be held.

Feb 18, 2018

On February 18, 2018, Charles “Bud” Spaletta, a longtime dairyman in Marin County, passed away at home at the age of 85. He is survived by his daughter, Patty, son-in-law, Jon, sons, Tony and Brian, and grandchildren, Jake and Alisha. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Eda (Grossi) Spaletta, and sister Helen Cristiani. His surviving...

Feb 14, 2018

Our beloved Sandra passed away on February 14, 2018 in Petaluma after a valiant battle with breast cancer. Sandra was born on February 5, 1945 to Sam and Betty Compagno in San Francisco. Sandra received her degree and credential in Education from San Francisco State University and embarked on a 36 year career as the adored Kindergarten and first grade...

Feb 14, 2018

Passed away at home, February 14, 2018, beloved husband of the late Margaret F. Martin. Loving father of Kenneth Martin II and Cheryl Devine. Adored grandfather of Frank Devine IV, Kathryn Phillips, Kenneth Martin III, Colby Phelan and Molly Sheedy. Cherished great grandfather of Neely Phelan, Jeffrey Phelan, Francis Devine V, Fynlee Devine, Lola Sheedy, Piper Martin, Kenneth Martin...

Feb 13, 2018

CLARE ELIZABETH BOYNTON passed away on February 13, 2018 at the age of 55 years in Petaluma.  Beloved daughter of Rita Boynton and the late Alvin Boynton.  Cherished sister of Mark Boynton, Jane Stone, Edward Boynton, Paul Boynton, and the late Barbara Boynton.

Friends and family are invited to attend the Memorial Mass, Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at 11:00...

Feb 10, 2018

NICKALES PETER "NICK" NAVARRA passed away on February 10, 2018 in Petaluma at the age of 86 years.  Devoted husband of the late Ida F. Navarra.  Cherished father of Susan Navarra (Larry Tomlinson) of Santa Rosa, and the late Carol Navarra and Tony Navarra.  Beloved grandfather of Antonia Navarra of Petaluma.  Adored brother of Joanne Jacobs, Lorraine Symynuk both...

Feb 10, 2018

Joseph Emile Paul passed away on February 10 in Santa Rosa at the age of 75. Joseph leaves behind his wife of 40 years, Elizabeth and his four children, Anne Corey, Richard Powell, Debora Paul and Amy Baker as well as six grandchildren, Paige and Sam Lacoste, Riona and Evelyn Powell, Nicholas and Sarah Davey. He is survived by...

Feb 9, 2018

Donald Ramatici passed away at his home with this family by his side on Friday February 9th 2018. Devoted husband of the late Janice Ramatici. Cherished father of Susan Powers (Tom), Joan Gladson (John), Paul Ramatici (Jackie) and the late Donna Ramatici and John Ramatici. Adored Grandfather of 14 and Great-grandfather of 13. Loving brother of the late Stan...

Feb 8, 2018

Judy Ann Johnson was born on June 8, 1956 in Petaluma, Ca.  Judy is the daughter of Mae Bell Johnson and Manuel Johnson.  She is survived by Judy's oldest Shawn Renee Johnson, Bobby Lee Applegate, and Joshua Eugene Sowells with 4 grandchildren, Devan Otto Coltman, Bobby Lee Jr., Amallie & Austin and 1 great-grandchild, Christopher Coltman.  Judy also is...

Feb 7, 2018

EDWIN VICTOR GRUNDSTROM was a man who brings to mind thoughts of community, family, legal practice based in integrity, laughter, and of course… fishing.  On February 7, 2018, the North Bay communities of Marin and Sonoma lost a dear friend.  After ninety-one years, Ed, who lived robustly, was driven by passion and governed through justice and love, left us...

Feb 6, 2018

ANDREW WAYNE WANKO, JR. passed away on February 6, 2018 in San Rafael at the age of 64 years.  Devoted father of Drew Wanko, III.  Cherished grandfather of Meadow Wanko.  Adored step-father of Danita and Danny.  Beloved son of the late Alice and Andrew Wanko.  Loving half-brother of Jesse Gutierrez and the late Vincent Gutierrez.  Survived by several nieces and...

Feb 5, 2018

ALICE V. GUGLIELMETTI passed away peacefully at home on February 5, 2018 at the age of 94 years.  Dear wife of the late Alvin Hansen.  Cherished sister of Alfred Guglielmetti, Jr. of Petaluma.  Beloved aunt of John Guglielmetti, Kathe Guglielmetti, and Tommy Logan.  Devoted daughter of the late Katherine and Alfred Guglielmetti.  Loving great-aunt of Karrie Logan Marsh, Luke Logan...

Feb 4, 2018

Dear husband of Anne Marie, beloved father of Charlotte (Luis Arboleda) and Rachel, devoted son of Pat and David, and loving brother of Clare (Andrew White) and Neil. Native of England and resident of Petaluma for 26 years. A huge Chelsea FC supporter, Mark frequently returned to England to visit friends and family. He loved hiking, especially in the...

Feb 4, 2018

Ralph is survived by his wife of 69 years, Merilyn and his two sisters Thelma Chestnut and Dorothy Stratton, his four children Kathleen, Ralph, Daniel and Pamela (Angie Grizzard). Ralph will also be fondly remembered by his five grandchildren, 9 great- grandchildren and 2 great- great grandchildren.

Ralph was one of seven children born to William and...

Feb 3, 2018

Entered into rest in Brentwood, CA on February 3, 2018, following a long illness. Dearly beloved wife of the late Paul Bertoli, Jr. Loving mother of Shirley (John) Davelaar of Brentwood, CA. Adored grandmother of David (Michelle) Davelaar and Jennifer (Derek) Dicker. Cherished great grandmother of Austin Dicker, Ryan Davelaar, Ainsley Davelaar and Luke Dicker. Sister of Elmo Bianchi-Rossi...

Jan 30, 2018

IRENE BORDESSA CATENACCI was born on August 8, 1920, in Dillon Beach to parents Antonio and Giuliana Bordessa, raised in Tomales, CA.  In 1930, while moving to Petaluma, her family drove their cattle from Tomales to the Miller Ranch on Old Adobe Rd., by foot, through downtown Petaluma.  In 1941, she married Guy P. Catenacci.  They owned and operated a...

Jan 30, 2018

William Hall passed away peacefully after a long and happy life. After graduating from Tomales High School, he proudly served in the US Navy on the USS Missouri during WWII.  While living and working at his family’s D Ranch in Pt. Reyes, he met Dorothy Rogers of Petaluma and they married in 1949. They later moved to Nicasio and...

Jan 29, 2018

Our beloved mother, Kay Ulibarri, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 29, 2018 at the age of 88.

Born to Thomas and Cathryn Ryan, Kay lived her early life in Bristol, Pennsylvania and later, following her graduation from St. Mark’s School, she became a secretary, wife, and mother. In 1957, at the age of 28,...