Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries

Oct 13, 2017

Patrick C. McGee passed away peacefully at home, with his family by his side, on October 13, 2017.  He was 78 years of age.

Pat was born in Burlington, New Jersey on June 30, 1939 to Charles Joseph McGee and Stella (nee Kuslew) Christian.  He grew up in Bristol, Pennsylvania, where he attended St. Mark’s Elementary School. ...

Oct 12, 2017

Passed away peacefully at his home in Penngrove. A native of Willits CA

Preceded in death by sister Madeline Louwaert, brothers Ted VanBebber, Frank Louwaert and Mike Louwaert. Survived by daughters Toni Matthias and Terri Louwaert. Grandsons Bryan Matthias, Chad Matthias (Noel), Anthony Matthias (Valerie), Kevin Treder (Jody), Kyle Treder (Kelly), Keith Treder (Andrea). Great grandchildren Amariah,...

Oct 9, 2017

On Monday, October 9th, 2017, heaven received another angel by the name of Janis Ruth Bueler Marks. Janis left this world quietly early Monday morning to be with her parents, Mark and Catherine, and big brother, Bob, in heaven. Janis leaves behind her loving daughter Maureen, faithful Son in Law, Matthew and two beautiful granddaughters, Athena Rose and Haven Noelle....

Oct 6, 2017

Isako Sugiyama Yoshimura died peacefully at home with her family at the age of 101.  Survived by daughter Patti (Tim), Siblings Marie, Norma, Keiji (Hideko), sisters-in-law Matsumi, and Alyce. Preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Mike Yoshimura, brothers Art and Harry, and sisters Eva and Anna Matsumoto. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Isako worked...

Oct 6, 2017

Helen Inez Waldman, 83, of Petaluma, CA, passed away on October 6, 2017 after a long illness. Helen was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to Harry and Geneva Luther on April 6, 1934. She was the oldest of 3 children and went to school in Johnstown.  She worked as a bookkeeper for many years and then became a Librarian for...

Oct 4, 2017

Gloria was born March 11, 1923 to Nathan and Clara Clark in Dallas, Texas. After graduating from high school, her university plans for Southern Methodist were interrupted by the onset of the Second World War.  She worked for the 8th Service Command under Admiral Byrd and was active in the USO. It was at a USO dance in Dallas that...

Sep 29, 2017

Adrian James Smith passed away at his home in Petaluma on Friday, September 29, 2017 at the age of 65.

Adrian is survived by his loving wife Bert (Roberta Libchitz) of 35 years. They were married in Petaluma on November 26, 1982.

Adrian is predeceased by his parents, Robert and Louise Smith, and his brother,...

Sep 28, 2017

It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the sudden loss of STEPHEN PAUL MAGNANI on September 28, 2017 at the age of 71 years.  Devoted husband of Nannette Magnani.  Cherished father of Damien Magnani (Renea), Vanessa Carewe (Tyler) and Sarah Magnani.  Adored grandfather of Isabella and Victoria Magnani; and Dylan and Addelyn Carewe.  Beloved brother of Linda Bellatorre...

Sep 27, 2017

Paul K. Umino, M.D.

Known for his calm, compassionate demeanor, and humble intelligence, Dr. Umino was a revered practitioner of medicine in Petaluma for over 40 years.

Paul Koji Umino was born in Doylestown, PA to Hideko and Henry Umino. After moving back to California, he was raised as the oldest of 4 boys (Jimmy,...

Sep 26, 2017

On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 an elegant lady took her leave.  HELEN CANONICA lived a full life in her 87 years.  She was born in Tracy, CA, and was the youngest of four children.  Helen was a painter, gardener, skilled seamstress and cook.  Helen loved to travel, the opera, and the feel of the ocean breeze.

She...

Sep 23, 2017

Patricia Greene Peck, born July 1, 1928, passed peacefully on September 23, 2017.

Daughter of Joseph F. and Mary C. Greene of San Francisco, loving wife of the late William Lippitt Peck, mother of Nancy M. Peck (John Stuart) of Novato, Colleen A. Peck Fried (David) of Tiburon, Brenden J. Peck (Michelle) of Rohnert Park, Teresa D....

Sep 23, 2017

JOYCE A.  KAWAHARA passed away on September 23, 2017 in Petaluma at the age of 73 years. Devoted wife of Sam Kawahara of Petaluma. Cherished mother of Scott Kawahara of Petaluma and Cherie Vitela (Joe) of Las Vegas. Adored grandmother of Kelsey and Kellen Kawahara and Breanna Beck. Beloved daughter of the late Fumiko and Teichi Yoshioka. Loving sister of...

Sep 21, 2017

NORMA JEAN WOELBING passed away on September 21, 2017 in Santa Rosa at the age 90 years. Devoted wife of the late Milton “Mickey” Woelbing. Cherished mother of Michael Woelbing (Carol), Kathleen Staudenmayer (Ken, deceased), Eileen Billeci (Sam,deceased), Cindy Womack, and Timothy Woelbing (Penny). Beloved grandmother of 15 and great-grandmother of 16. Loving sister of Patricia Breeden (Al) and...

Sep 15, 2017

Patricia Vachini, 73, of Petaluma, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 15.

Born to parents Chris and Bonnie Baseheart in Owensboro, KY, she grew up in Novato, CA. A graduate of Novato High School and Sonoma State University.

Survived by her husband of 51 years Donald; sons, Chris (Michelle), Matthew, Jason, and daughter, Angela Fogg...

Sep 11, 2017

Passed away on September 11, 2017 in Petaluma at the age of 73 years.  Devoted husband of Helen Dias.  Cherished father of Julie Archer, Amanda King and the late Diane Marie Dias.  Beloved grandfather of Alyssa, Maya, and Toby Archer.  Loving brother of Alda Mota (Liberto), Margarida Bennett (Marvin), and Maria Ines Lamberton (Ian). Survived by several nieces, nephews...

Sep 11, 2017

Maria Glena Enorme Schutz, Santa Rosa, CA, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2017, surrounded by her loving family, after a two-year bout with cancer. Glena's faith was more important to her than anything, and she lived for God. She brought joy and life to all whom she met. She is the beloved wife of Daniel Schutz, cherished daughter of...

Sep 11, 2017

Born Kay Delberta Williams, on April 27, 1942 in Massachusetts, Kay’s family worked their way west to Pacifica where she met the love of her life, Tony.  Married on April 29, 1957, they began their 60-year journey as husband and wife.  In 1971, they moved with their 4 children: Marti, John, Tony Jr, and Ted to Petaluma - the...

Sep 9, 2017

MARIA EDUARDA FONSECA passed away on September 9, 2017 in Petaluma at the age of 78 years.  Devoted wife of the late Frank Fonseca.  Cherished mother of Jorge Fonseca, Luisa Fonseca, Maria Dryden, John Fonseca, Catherine Madrid and Julie Fonseca.  Adored grandmother of six.  Loving sister of Norbert Sousa, Maria Esmeralda Barbosa, Maria des Anjos Duffy, Maria Frances Silva,...

Sep 6, 2017

Miss Hailey Lynn Ponte was born on December 19, 1997 in Petaluma, California.  Loving daughter survived by her parents Tracy and Edward Ponte, her brother Edward Ponte, J.R., grandmother Lucy Fields, aunt Andrea Fields-Gonzales (Charlie Prowse), her love of 3 years Matthew Vosseler, extended family and friends that she loved so dearly.   Preceded in death by her beloved grandparents...

Sep 3, 2017

DANE ARLEN WELTER, 53, of Petaluma passed away September 3, 2017. Dane was born March 31, 1964. Son to Judy and Jerry Young and Dale and Janet Welter. Dane was a proud father to Melyssa and Dylan Welter and grandfather to the adorable Oliver. He is survived by his siblings Darren Welter, Jackie Cakebread and Elizabeth Baldassari, sisters-in-law Sheryl and...