Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Dec 16, 2016

Passed away at home in Cotati, CA, December 16, 2016, beloved husband of Marie Baranzini. Adored father of James Baranzini (Jakie) of PA and Judy Baranzini (Pryor) of Santa Rosa. Loving grandfather of Kristen Wirth, Matthew Baranzini and Kelly Baranzini. Cherished great grandfather of Tristen Baranzini, Isabella Baranzini, Charles Baranzini, Hanna Wirth and Whitney Baranzini. Preceded in death by his...

Dec 16, 2016

Entered into rest December 16, 2016 in Santa Rosa, CA. Loving father of Victor J. and Enrico "Henry" Torchio. Also survived by numerous long distance relatives, nieces and nephews. A native of Piemonte, D'Asti, Italy, he resided in Revigliasco and San Damiano. Victorio is preceded in death by his wife of fifty-nine years, the late Josephine Margaret "Pina" Torchio (nee...

Dec 13, 2016

Passed away at home in Petaluma, CA, December 13, 2016, wife of the late Gerald L. Magers. Beloved mother of Geraldine Magers and Lora Lee Grutkowski (Gary). Daughter of the late Ester Luchessa Garzoli and Enio V. Garzoli, Sr. Preceded in death by her brothers Fulvio Garzoli and Enio V. Garzoli, Jr. She is survived by her sister-in-law Patricia Garzoli...

Dec 12, 2016

ELIZABETH CHESNUT, also known as "Holly," left this world on Monday, Dec. 12, 2016 at 4:00 am in Petaluma. She is survived by her brother, Morris; sisters, Greggie, Nancy, and Liz; and by her three sons, Brooke, Dan and Tim. Holly was born in 1935 in Milwaukee, WI, to Dr. Arthur Holbrook and wife Susan. She moved around a lot...

Dec 6, 2016

Robert ‘Bob' Livingston, 85, entered eternal peace on Monday, December 6, 2016 at home surrounded by his children. Born August 16, 1931 in Lodge Grass, Montana, Bob was the eldest son of the late Robert Carl and Gail Lorraine Livingston of Lame Deer, Montana. Bob married the late Marjorie Ellen Gaskill in 1949 and together they raised eight children and...

Dec 6, 2016

Victoria lost her courageous battle with colon cancer on December 6, 2016. Vicki as everyone called her, was born in San Francisco, CA, On June 7, 1967 to Benjamin and Nellie Garcia. Vicki had one brother; Gilbert Garcia. While they were little her dad moved them to Petaluma, CA, where they attended school. Vicki graduated from Casa Grande High School...

Dec 5, 2016

Clemencio passed away due to natural causes at the age of 96 years old in Santa Rosa California. He was born and raised in a small town in Northern Spain by the name of Santa Maria del Campo located about 21 miles southwest of Burgos, Spain. He immigrated to the United States after World War ll from the Philippine...

Dec 5, 2016

Passed away December 5, 2016 in Santa Rosa, CA at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Charles C. Morrison. Adored mother of Carmen Marie Werner (Steve Steinke), Charles "Chuck" Owen Morrison (Rosemary) and Larry Philip Morrison (Toni). Cherished grandmother of Janelle, Jolene, Charlie, Jared, Jamie and Jenae. Great grandmother of 7. Dear sister of Corinne Joan Sheets...

Dec 4, 2016

Estelle Marino was born November 8, 1923 on her father, John Camotta's dairy ranch in Bodega. She was the youngest of seven children, with five sisters and one brother. Estelle attended Bay Hill School in Bodega and after her parents moved to Sebastopol, she attended Gold Ridge, Pleasant Hill, and Analy High schools. She worked at Vacu-Dry in Sebastopol and...

Dec 4, 2016

Died Sunday, December 4, 2016 at home surrounded by family. Born August 17, 1929, in San Francisco. Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas, and daughter, Barbara. She is survived by her brother Aldo Maglio, sons Martin and Mark and daughters Maura and Brenda as well as 9 grandchildren. While raising her family, she volunteered as well as...

Dec 1, 2016

On Wednesday, December 1, 2016 Father Walter Rogina, a retired priest of the Diocese of Santa Rosa, died peacefully after a long illness, at Brookdale Fountaingrove Home, Santa Rosa, where he resided since 2013. Father Rogina was born on August 23, 1948 in Santa Rosa, California. He was baptized, received his First Holy Communion and Confirmation at St. Rose parish,...

Dec 1, 2016

On Wednesday, December 1, 2016 Father Walter Rogina, a retired priest of the Diocese of Santa Rosa, died peacefully after a long illness, at Brookdale Fountaingrove Home, Santa Rosa, where he resided since 2013. Father Rogina was born on August 23, 1948 in Santa Rosa, California. He was baptized, received his First Holy Communion and Confirmation at St. Rose Parish,...

Nov 30, 2016

MARLENE V. STEWART passed away on November 30, 2016 in Petaluma at the age of 71 years. Devoted wife of Jerry Stewart of Petaluma. Cherished mother of Tina Huber (Eric) of AZ and Cynthia McKenzie (Robert) of Petaluma. Adored grandmother of Scott and Austin McKenzie both of Petaluma. Loving daughter of the late Vivian Straub-Marty and Alfred Straub. Dear step-daughter...