Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries
Local obituaries for families Sonoma and Marin Counties
Shirley Alice (Morgan) Calmer
Jan 4, 2017
Passed away at her home in Petaluma on January 4, 2017 in loving care of her children. She was born Sept. 27, 1941 in San Rafael, CA and grew up mainly in Petaluma. She is survived by her children Vicki (Gordon) Breen, Stacey (Ted) Barger, Ken (Tracy) Calmer and her six grandchildren Garrett, Nathan, Vanessa, Kenny, Mackenzie, and Alex. ...
Carolyn E. Wilson
Jan 3, 2017
Passed away in Santa Rosa, CA, January 3, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Loving mother of Dina Pusatero Martin (Tony) and Gina Pusatero. Cherished grandmother of Kristina Ledson, Amanda Welch, Alissa Traudt, Izabella Bruno and Dominic Bruno. Great grandmother of 3. Beloved daughter of Jane Wilson and the late Gilbert Wilson. Dear sister of Marilyn Geney (Steve), Gary...
Michael Thomas Ortelle, Sr.
Jan 2, 2017
Born April 14, 1960, the son of the late John and Evelyn Ortelle, passed peacefully, January 2, 2017 surrounded by his wife and children. Michael served his community at Wilmar Volunteer Fire, Mill Valley Fire, Alto Richardson Bay, and Southern Marin Fire Districts for over 25 years and continued that service in retirement as a Police Chaplain for the...
Francis Matthew "Frank" Skinner, Iii
Jan 2, 2017
FRANCIS MATTHEW "FRANK" SKINNER, III, passed away on January 2, 2017 in San Francisco at the age of 60 years. Beloved son of Helen Skinner and the late Francis M. Skinner, Jr. Devoted husband of Sherry L. O’Donnell Skinner. Adored father of Nicole Boneck (Josh), Lucas Skinner, Travis Sharp (Chesney), Alexis Kearney (Brandon), Joe O’Donnell (Kanani), Shennon O’Donnell (Tim), and...
Estella "Jackie" Clark
Jan 2, 2017
ESTELLA "JACKIE" CLARK, of Rohnert Park, passed away suddenly on Monday, January 2, 2017. Jackie was born on December 8, 1939 to Joseph and Elizabeth Williams in Saxman Village, Alaska where she lived until marrying her late husband, David Clark. Together, with their two children, they moved from one military base to another around the U.S., finally settling down in...
Dorothy "Dottie" West
Jan 2, 2017
Dorothy Mae "Dottie" West, 92, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2017 in Petaluma. Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that Dorothy had touched throughout her long life. Dorothy grew up in Mill Valley and was a beauty salon owner before moving to Petaluma. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, playing bingo, visiting local casinos, traveling, and spending...
Marjorie Janelle House
Dec 30, 2016
Passed quietly at home in Petaluma. Born to Elliott and Iona Obrecht in Harlan, Iowa, she moved to California shortly after marrying her spouse of 57 years, Jon House. Marjorie lived 30 years in Novato, where she and Jon raised their family before retiring to Grass Valley. Her family was her center; she was devoted to her kids and...
John Lee Pozzi
Dec 30, 2016
Passed away at home in Petaluma, CA, December 30, 2016, beloved husband of Shirley E. Pozzi. Loving father of Stephanie Silinonte (Joe), Shelley Caiati (Kris) and David Pozzi all of Petaluma. Dear grandfather of Alexis and Kelsea Silinonte, A.J., Dante and Katelyn Caiati. Brother of James Peter Pozzi and Sandra Laverne Sesler.
A native of Petaluma, CA. ...
Georgia Nell Simons
Dec 30, 2016
Born February 2, 1924, left her beloved circle of family and friends on December 30, 2016. A sweet, wonderful, upbeat woman, she always found the best in those around her. Born and raised in Austin, TX, she was anxious to see the world, so she joined the Navy during WWII, proudly becoming a Wave and going to New York...
Janice A. Cheney
Dec 29, 2016
JANICE A. CHENEY passed away on December 29, 2016 in Petaluma at the age of 64 years. Devoted wife of Lemuel Cheney of Petaluma. Adored mother of Tina Piazza, Kathy Vitale, Matthew Cheney. Beloved grandmother of Tiffany, Julie, Angela, Francesca, Joseph and David. Cherished great-grandmother of Damian, Isrealla, Nevaeha, Rico, Aiyana, Jayden, Niko and Angel. Loving sister of Shirley...
Mary Bonomi
Dec 29, 2016
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts to announce the passing of MARY (ROBUSTELLI) BONOMI on December 29, 2016 in Petaluma. She was born on April 10, 1928 in the small town of Montaque in Siskiyou County. In 1950, she married Alfred Bonomi after only knowng him for six weeks. She met him when they both worked at Poultry...
Carlo James "Jim" Ricci
Dec 28, 2016
Passed away at home in Petaluma, CA, December 28, 2016, beloved husband of the late Irene Louise Ricci. Loving father of Dan Ricci (Ginny), Lori Barnes (late Dennis), Carlene Dolcini (Tom) and Kenneth Ricci. Adored grandfather of Gina Brians, Lisa Ricci, Catherine Maltby, Chris Ricci, Anthony Barnes, Darin Barnes, Thomas Dolcini Jr., Grace Dolcini and Cara Ricci. Cherished great...
Catherine "Cathy" Yeaman
Dec 28, 2016
On December 28, 2016, we said a sorrowful goodbye to CATHERINE "CATHY" YEAMAN, beloved wife of 54 years to Sidney "Kent" Yeaman, mother to Shelly Yeaman Berg, John and Jamie Yeaman, grandmother to Nick and Garrett Berg, Kelsey and Clarissa Yeaman, and great -grandmother to Kaitlin and Austin Berg, sister-in-law to Carolyn Newkirk and Elise Huff, and many other...
Michael Damien Kaiser
Dec 28, 2016
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of our dear brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend, Michael Damien Kaiser. On December 28, 2016, Michael (53) passed on to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and to be reunited with his parents, Francis Paul Kaiser and Barbara Sue (Telkamp) Kaiser. Michael was...
Melba Pauline Mccord
Dec 26, 2016
Melba McCord, 90, passed away peacefully in her own home on Monday December 26, 2016 surrounded by the love of her family. Melba Pauline McCord (Fahland) was born on April 24, 1926, in Ironton, Missouri to the late John and Marie Fahland. She moved to CA in 1930, and resided in Petaluma since 1940 where she met and married...
Talmadge Eugene "Robbie" Roberts
Dec 24, 2016
TALMADGE EUGENE “ROBBIE” ROBERTS passed away in Petaluma on December 24, 2016, seven days before his 80th birthday. Devoted husband of 35 years to Joan Roberts of Petaluma. Cherished father of Michael Roberts (Wendy) of Novato, Catherine Sparks (Wayne) of Shreveport, LA, and the late Tay Nash. Loving father-in-law of Jim Nash of Santa Rosa. Survived by two step-sons,...

Walter A. Tamagno
Dec 23, 2016
Passed away in Petaluma, CA, December 23, 2016, husband of the late Myrtle C. Tamagno. Loving father of Dan Tamagno, Denise Drake, Jeff Tamagno and the late Merv Tamagno. Beloved grandfather of Paul Drake (Sarah), Stephen Drake, Andy Drake (T.J.), Brittney Tamagno and Jake Tamagno. Cherished great grandfather of Walter Paul Drake and Samantha Joan Drake. Dear brother of...
Jeffery "Jeff" Smith
Dec 21, 2016
Jeffery “Jeff” Smith passed away on December 21,2016 in Santa Rosa, CA. Loving husband of Elizabeth “Betty” Smith. Devoted father of Shannon Robbins, Kelly Propst, and the late James Smith. Adored grandfather of Madeline Smith, Rylan Robbins, Amber Robbins, Rowan Propst and Reilly Propst. Beloved brother of Diane Hansen, Paula Waters, Greg Smith, Laurie Smith and Brad Smith. Also...
William S. Brotman
Dec 20, 2016
WILLIAM S. BROTMAN passed away on December 20, 2016 in San Rafael at the age of 92 years. Devoted husband of Beverly Brotman of Petaluma. Cherished father of Nancy Ellen Brotman (Ken Zamvil) of Windsor and the late Cary Brotman. Loving brother of the late Sam and Irving Brotman. Dear brother-in-law of Bernice Rosenfeld of NV. Adored uncle of Neil...
Bruce Franklin Reed, Sr.
Dec 20, 2016
BRUCE FRANKLIN REED SR., passed away on Dec. 20, 2016 in Petaluma after a short 38-day, courageous battle with lung cancer.
The mold was broken when Bruce was born. He was one of a kind. He was born Aug. 2, 1940, in Merced, CA. He was the youngest of six and the only son born to Edwin...
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