Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries

Jul 31, 2017

On Monday, July 31st, 2017, Catherine "Kitty" Dobbert, wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, aunt and sister, peacefully passed away in her sleep at Vintage Brush Creek in Santa Rosa, California. She was the beloved wife of the late Richard "Dick" Dobbert. Kitty was preceded in death by her parents Frank and Marie Ferro, and her beloved brother Jim Ferro. Kitty was...

Jul 30, 2017

With great sadness Dominick passed away at the age of 85.  He is the last of his twelve siblings born in North Dakota.  He is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Arlene (Nissen) Klein, his loving children, Greg (Patty) Klein, Cindy (George) Vierra, & Cheryl (Ron) Nagy and his 8 adoring  grandchildren Breanne (Mike) Brand, Nick and...

Jul 29, 2017

Passed away on July 29, 2017 in Santa Rosa. Beloved son of Dennis T. Krempely and the late Kathleen Ann Krempely. Cherished brother of Kalen S. Krempely. Adored nephew of numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins. Age: 35 years. Nathan was born in Santa Rosa, CA where he attended Cardinal Newman High School. Having a desire for computer graphics, he went...

Jul 29, 2017

CANDACE DIXON passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2017 at the age of 58 years. Devoted and loving mother of Nicole Dixon.  Beloved partner of Nick Bursio. Adored “Nani” of Addison Rose Dixon.  Loving sister of Tommy Collins and Mike Collins.  Former wife and dear friend of Kevin Dixon.  Adored daughter of the late Alice and Tom Collins.  Cherished “Sister”...

Jul 29, 2017

STEVEN VAN GUELPEN was born in Santa Rosa, Ca to Betty Ann and Robert H., both of Cincinnati.  He died peacefully, surrounded by family and loved ones, at his home in Petaluma.  He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Susan of Petaluma, his daughters: Angie McDonald Bauman (Justin) of Healdsburg and Pamela of San Diego, as well as...

Jul 28, 2017

SUSAN (GERHARDT) DAVIS: Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Friend, Rancher. Born in 1939 and died July 28, 2017 after her long fight with Alzheimer’s.  Susan is dearly missed and will live on forever in our hearts.

Jul 27, 2017

DOUG PERSHINA passed away unexpectedly at the age of 55 years old. Doug was a loving and devoted father, a devoted son, and an adored friend and coworker. Doug is survived by his father Franklin Pershina, his eldest son Allan Pershina, his son Christian Pershina, his daughter Allyson Pershina, and his son Carson Pershina. Also, Doug will always be...

Jul 25, 2017

SHIRLEY MARIE (HAYDEN) OERTEL passed away on July 25, 2017 in Santa Rosa at the age of 81 years.  Devoted wife of the late Robert Oertel.  Adored mother of Russell Oertel (Esther), Susan Oertel, and Julie Traverso (Tony).  Cherished grandmother of Robert Oertel (Samantha), William Oertel, Joseph Reichel, and Jack Reichel.  Beloved great-grandmother of Lilybelle Oertel.  Loving sister of Mark...

Jul 19, 2017

Nick Franceschine died July 19, 2017, at the age of 85 in Kenwood, CA.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Nick and Ora Franceschine; his first wife, Anne (Ready) Franceschine; his second wife, Lenny (Ruygt) Franceschine; his sister and brother-in-law, Harry and Ethel York; his grandson, Troy Bowen; his great-grandson, Slade Winter; and his father-in-law, Louis Ruygt. ...

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...