Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries

Jul 18, 2017

Andrea Laura Hayes passed away unexpectedly in Sebastopol on July 18, 2017. She was 52 years old. She is survived by her husband, Eric Holm of Sebastopol. She is also survived by her parents, Merle Hayes of Santa Rosa and Terry Hayes (Cindy) of Naples, FL; and her sister, Kathy Hayes (Jim Leddy) of Santa Rosa; and her brother, Brendan...

Jul 18, 2017

Passed away on July 18, 2017 in Santa Rosa at the age of 79 years.  Devoted mother of Kevin Olsen (Barbi), Jennifer Walker (Austin), and Joanne Goodin (Jim).  Beloved grandmother of Jimmy, Marie, and Madison.  Loving sister of Lorene Proud and Marilyn King.  Survived by several nieces and nephews.

Verna was born in Ontario, WI to Lenore...

Jul 14, 2017

Marjorie Eastman Warner passed away on July 14, 2017 in Sebastopol at the age of 97 years.  Devoted mother of Dianne Warner and Donald G. Warner, III.  Adored sister of Floyd Eastman, Jr.  Survived by several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces.

Marge was born, reared and educated in Lebanon, NH.  She has resided in Sonoma County for the...

Jul 12, 2017

JOAN "BUNI" BUSSE passed away on July 12, 2017 in Petaluma at the age of 84 years.  Devoted wife of the late Harry Busse.  Cherished mother of Michael Busse (Maryann), David Busse (Julie), Thomas Busse (Cathy) all of Petaluma and James Busse (Debbie) of Rohnert Park.  Beloved grandmother of 12 and great-grandmother of seven.

Joan was born...

Jul 8, 2017

Passed away in Santa Rosa, CA, July 8, 2017 after a brief illness, beloved husband of Nora Cunico. Adored father of Christina Miller (Roy), Crist Karl Cunico (Delcina), Sandra Ramatici (Michael) and Lisa Pfeiffer (Jon).  Cherished grandfather of Kyle, Ariana, Sonny, Jake, Charley, Nora Lee, Ross, Karla, Wesley and Alana. Loving great grandfather of three.  Dear brother of Edna...

Jul 7, 2017

MARK “BUB” PENGEL passed away on July 7, 2017 in St. Helena at the age of 64 years.  Devoted husband of the late Donna Pengel.  Dear companion of Gina Leoni.  Doting father of Rebecca Simon (James), Jason Pengel (Andrea), Amy Erta (Raymond), Amanda Pengel, Jessica Pengel, and Jarred Pengel.  Beloved grandfather of Annalise, Vivian and Henry Pengel; and Olivia...

Jul 7, 2017

Our mother, JOSEPHINE ZOLEZZI BALISTRERI passed away peacefully at home on July 7, 2017. Devoted wife of the late August “Gus” Balistreri. Josephine was the matriarch of our large family. Cherished mother of Joaquin “Jack” Balistreri (Kathy), Rosemary Garzelli (Jerry), August “Augie” Balistreri (Kelly), John Balistreri (Alvina), and Joseph “Joe” Balistreri (Joey). Beloved grandmother of fourteen and great-grandmother of fourteen...

Jul 6, 2017

FERNANDO PEREIRA LUIS passed away on July 6, 2017 in Sao Jorge, Azores at the age of 79 years.  Devoted husband of 56 years of Alice M. Luis. Cherished father of Laura Nunes (Jose Heduino), Alvin Luis (Diane), Maria Luis, Tiberio Luis (Angel) and Fernando Luis (Marci).  Beloved grandfather of Joseph Rocha, Andrei Rocha, Ashley Luis, Hailey Luis, and David...

Jul 3, 2017

In loving memory we share the loss of our dear Mother and Grandmother, Georgette Goslovich. She was the beloved wife of the late Carl R. Goslovich, devoted Mother of Pauline and Carl (Sharon) and pre-deceased by her daughter Marianne (Thomas) and grandson Tony. She was the devoted "Noni" to her grandchildren Michelle (Cullen), Angela (Jeff), Jacob and Adam; and a...

Jun 25, 2017

Jean was born on July 9, 1931 to Manuel and Marian Katen in Cunningham, California.  She was raised there and went to the Mt. Vernon School and then on to graduate from Analy High School.  Jean was an only child and as a very young woman lost her mother.  Following high school, Jean worked at the Hessel Pencil Factory...

Jun 24, 2017

Our beloved Mark Patrick Sichi, 61, was called home to heaven on June 24, 2017.  His passing was sudden and unexpected. God, family and friends were Mark’s top priorities throughout his beautiful life. Mark was a devout Catholic, with a deep faith that seemed to grow stronger every year.  He made numerous pilgrimage trips in honor of the Virgin...

Jun 23, 2017

Bill Parr passed away at home surrounded by family June 23, 2017. He was born in Berkeley, Ca. To Mary Moran and Robert Butts. Bill spent his youth in the East Bay until 5th grade when his family moved to Mississippi with his step-father's Air Force command. From there they traveled to the Philippines, then France and finally to South...

Jun 23, 2017

Alex Frick passed away on June 23, 2017 after a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He was at home and at peace, surrounded by the love of family and friends. He was born on December 7, 1951 to Archie Wilson Frick and Amy Louise Macdonald Frick in Bakersfield, CA. Archie Frick’s family had come from Iowa to the Central Valley...

Jun 23, 2017

March 26, 1922 (Council Bluffs, IA) – June 23, 2017 (Petaluma).

Born of Gladys Blanche Brethauer and James Walter McCarthy, Patty McCarthy met Angelo Leoni in 1945 in Omaha, Nebraska where he was a medical student.  Prior to that auspicious meeting, Patty worked in the Martin bomber plant near Omaha, where the B26 Marauder was assembled to...

Jun 23, 2017

Passed away in Santa Rosa, CA, June 23, 2017, loving father of Beth Thompson and Daniel Thompson. Former husband of Mary Thompson.  Brother of Joan Jack and the late James Pluth.  Son of the late Roy and Loretta Thompson. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews

A native of Petaluma, Jerry attended St. Vincent Schools, graduating in...

Jun 22, 2017

Spence Frank Burton passed away on June 22, 2017 with his beloved wife Cathy and dear friends at his side after a long courageous battle with lung cancer.  Born in Brooklyn, NY on January 12, 1948, Spence was the son of the late James William Burton and Calogera Sacco.

Spence grew up on Long Island, NY, graduating...

Jun 20, 2017

Christopher W. Silva, 52, President & CEO of St. Francis Winery, died peacefully with his family by his side after a courageous battle with brain cancer

Chris was born on July 8, 1964 as a fifth-generation Petaluman to Alvin “Al” and Dorothy (Cassina) Silva.  Their young family was joined four years later with the birth of Jeffrey. ...

Jun 18, 2017

Passed away at home in Petaluma, CA, June 18, 2017 at the age of 79. She was the daughter of the late Silvio and Mary Volpi.  Beloved sister of John Volpi and his wife, Mary Lee. Cherished aunt of John Volpi (Gianna), Gina O’Connor (Robert) and Deanna Volpi-Kreger (Joe). Loving great aunt of Jennifer Spaletta, Jamie Pottorff (Kevin), Jimmy...

Jun 17, 2017

Passed away peacefully at her home with her family around her.  Born in Hartman, Arkansas and moved to California in 1945.  Devoted wife of the late Gervis Sparks, who passed away in 1994.  Beloved mother of Alan Sparks, Daughter-in-law Vicky Sparks, cherished grandma to Julie Corda (Bob) and Brian Sparks (Teri).  Great Gram to Emily and Matthew Corda and...

Jun 17, 2017

Entered into rest, peacefully at home, June 17, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Dearly beloved daughter of Victor D. and Zobe Villarreal of Forestville, CA. Loving sister of Victor D. Villarreal, Jr. and Zoe Anastasia Villarreal, both also of Forestville. Adored granddaughter of Joyce "Nana" Villarreal. Also survived by her Uncles and Aunts; Joe (Martha) and Vince (Casi) Villarreal...