Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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. ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...