Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries
Local obituaries for families Sonoma and Marin Counties
Joseph Peter Piazza, Jr.
May 24, 2016
JOSEPH PETER PIAZZA, JR., passed away on May 24, 2016 in Sebastopol at the age of 87 years. Devoted husband of the late Lena Piazza. Cherished father of Jolene Piazza Orr (Chris) of Sebastopol, Michael Piazza of Santa Rosa, Ryan Barella (Bari) of Windsor, and Judy Barella of Sebastopol. Beloved grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of two. Loving brother of...
Betty Jane Morgan
May 22, 2016
Betty Jane Morgan, a 50-year resident of the Petaluma area, passed away Sunday, May 22, 2016. Born, Betty Jane Cobb, outside Dothan, Alabama to Barney and Johnnie Lee Cobb, Betty is survived by her three daughters, Diane Morgan, Gwen Morgan-Edwards , Linda Stice and daughter-in-law Cherie Morgan. She also leaves behind her sisters Johnnie Ruth Capan, Nellie Moore, sister-in-law Alice...
Carol Elizabeth Norton
May 22, 2016
It is with great sadness to report the loss of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Carol Elizabeth Norton, aged 85. She passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 22, 2016. She was the wife of the late Arthur Leroy Norton, Sr.; mother of Arthur Leroy Norton, Jr. and Mark Alan Norton, Sr.; mother-in-law of Carol J. Norton and Sheri L. Norton;...

Helen A. Strain
May 21, 2016
Passed away at home in Penngrove, CA, May 21, 2016, wife of the late Eugene F. Strain. Loving mother of Eugene E. Strain (Kathleen), Joan Simpson (Jerry), Larry Strain (Debbie) and the late Gary Strain and Sam Lowry. Mother in law of Joann Wall. Beloved grandmother of 10; great grandmother of 21 and great great grandmother of 2. Sister of...
Francis Gerald "Frank" Loughran
May 21, 2016
Following 81 years of meaningful life, Francis passed away in Santa Rosa, CA, May 21, 2016. He was beloved by his wife of 60 years, Margy, who partnered him in life and together they raised seven children: Lynne Kaufman (Edward), Patrick Loughran (Chris), Terry Patton (Scott), Julie Veveiros (Steven-deceased), Cathy Pearce (Troy), Daniel Loughran, and William Loughran. Additionally, Francis provided...
John Anthony Mizera
May 19, 2016
JOHN ANTHONY MIZERA passed away on May 19, 2016 in Petaluma at the age of 94 years. Devoted husband of the late Yolanda Mizera. Cherished father of Candra Smith (Dennis) of Pacifica, Marilyn Bruce (George) of Petaluma, and John Mizera, Jr. (Laurie) of Danville. Beloved grandfather of Jeffrey Smith, Joshua Bruce (Beverly), Emily Novoa (Joseph), Jeanine Smalley (Preston), Julie Melville...
Deborah Ann Myers
May 19, 2016
DEBORAH ANN MYERS passed away on May 19, 2016 in San Francisco. Devoted wife of Jack Myers of Petaluma. Cherished mother of Cynthia Myers Paigen (David) of San Jose and James Myers (Michele) of Rohnert Park. Beloved grandmother of Samone, Tabitha, Sabrina, Connor, and Alycia. Dear step-sister of Francesca Giulino. Deborah was born in Newark, NJ, but reared and educated...
Helen Louise Millus
May 15, 2016
There's another angel in heaven when Helen Louise Millus (Jensen) passed into eternal peace on May 15, 2016 at her home in Roseville, Ca. at the age of 60. Loving wife of many years to Michael Millus. Cherished mother of Cristy Resler, Gary McFarren, Corey McFarren, Patrick and Brandon Millus. Loved step-mother of Chrystil Millus. Adored grandmother of Breanna Resler...
Ronald G. Tietz
May 14, 2016
RONALD G. TIETZ passed away on May 14, 2016 in Rohnert Park at the age of 68 years. Devoted husband of Nancy Tietz. Cherished father of Brian Tietz and Christie Edwards (Joey). Beloved grandfather of Madison, Avery and Ethan. Loving brother of Dale Tietz (Velda) and Barbara Dorotinsky (Ralph). Dear son of the late Rhoda and Arnold Tietz. Survived by...
Catherine L. La Monica
May 11, 2016
CATHERINE L. LA MONICA passed into eternal peace on May 11, 2016 at her home in Petaluma at the age of 96 years. Loving wife of many years to Matteo La Monica. Cherished mother of Josine La Monica of Penngrove and the late Wayne Frank Dorego and Marlene Lucy Dorego. Preceded in death by her siblings. Survived by several nieces...

Anne Kathleen Mchugh
May 8, 2016
Passed away on May 8, 2016 in Petaluma at the age of 80 years. Devoted wife of the late Erroll McHugh. Cherished mother of Julie Phillips and the late Paul McHugh. Beloved step-mother of the late Stephen McHugh and Lesley McHugh. Adored grandmother of the late John, Stephen, and Michael McHugh. Loving sister of Mary Wyrozynski, Patricia Converse (Art), Christopher...
Ruth Margaret Brown
May 5, 2016
Heaven gained an angel when Ruth Margaret Ferrara Brown left this earth on May 5. Surrounded by her children, Mike and Janette Brown, Kat Myers, and Rosemarie Brown, Ruth passed away after suffering a hemorrhagic stroke. Born on April 24, 1921, Ruth lived most of her life in Petaluma. She held many jobs during her lifetime, including waitress at Swenson's....
Leo L. Lavio
May 2, 2016
Passed away at home in Petaluma, CA, May 2, 2016, beloved husband for 58 years of Josephine T. Lavio. Loving father of Beatrice Charles (Mike), Christine Camozzi (Eugene), Diane Rowley (Jeff), Catherine Ielmorini (Doug) and the late Anna Marie Lavio. Adored grandfather of Dominic, Teressa, and Stephanie Rowley, Katherine, Kelley and Maria Camozzi, Lucas, Daniel and Amanda Charles, Ben, Rico,...
Jon Rufus Musser
May 2, 2016
Jon Musser, aged 67, died in his sleep the afternoon of Monday, May 2. Jon was born October 22, 1948 at Petaluma General Hospital, the second child of Wayne and Roberta Musser. He was afflicted with cerebral palsy, causing arm spasticity and tremor. Despite this, he was a full participant in the various childhood activities of the Grossland Way neighborhood...
Cecilia Marie Mello
May 2, 2016
Cecilia Marie Mello passed away on May 2, 2016 in Santa Rosa, CA at the age of 88. Devoted wife of Albert T. Mello of Santa Rosa for 70 years in August of 2016. Devoted mother of Shirley Perkins of AK, Claire Mello of Santa Rosa, Ann Cole (Steve) of MT, Albert Mello Jr.(Vicki) of Santa Rosa and Debi Mello...
Brian Gustav Bostrom
May 2, 2016
A native of Santa Rosa, California, passed away on May 2, 2016, at the age of 65, surrounded by loved ones after a battle with cancer. He leaves behind his loving wife of 41 years, Louise Bostrom. Brian was the beloved father of son Eric (Eren) Bostrom of Santa Rosa; and daughter Lindsay Bostrom of Citrus Heights, California. He was...
Arleen F. Calegari
Apr 30, 2016
Passed away suddenly, April 30, 2016 of natural causes. She was born January 28, 1941 to Adolph and Melba Calegari in Petaluma, CA. The family moved to Red Bluff where she completed her schooling, graduating from Our Lady of Mercy Academy. Arleen then moved to San Francisco where she attended school to learn to be a dental assistant, graduating in...
Sonja Lee Beck
Apr 27, 2016
Passed away after a long illness in Petaluma, CA, April 27, 2016, at the age of 76. Beloved daughter of the late John and Dorothy Klemenok. Adored sister of John Klemenok (Renee) and Sharon Vallier (Dean). Loving aunt of Karen Sanchez-Corea (Tony), Kristin Stiver (Shane) and Nick Klemenok (Stephanie). Cherished niece of Louise Titus. Also survived by numerous great nieces,...

Agnes P. Sikora
Apr 27, 2016
Agnes Sikora passed away on April 27, 2016 at the age of 92. Agnes was predeceased by her husband Pete Sikora Sr. and her two sons Matthew, Greg and Greg's wife Jeannie. Agnes is survived by her son Pete wife Carol and her daughter Anna Marie and her partner Susie Markowitz. The family would like to thank Susie for her...
Gail Ann Dinelli
Apr 27, 2016
Passed away after a long illness, at home in Petaluma, CA, April 27, 2016, devoted wife of Geno Dinelli. Mother of Lisa Valenti, Lonnie Isborn and the late Lester Rundle. She is survived by her sister Darlene Coleman and was preceded in death by siblings, Jimmie Kitchen, Nell Hall, Jack Isborn, Wayne Isborn, Leon Isborn, and Palma Porter. Also survived...
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