Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries
Local obituaries for families Sonoma and Marin Counties
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...
Lewella "Leu" Buchanan
Apr 24, 2016
LEWELLA "LEU" BUCHANAN passed away on April 24, 2016 in Santa Rosa at the age of 80 years. Devoted wife of the late Jack Buchanan. Beloved mother of Bruce Buchanan (Dana), Brenda Rodgers, and Barbi Buchanan. Cherished grandmother of Brad Rodgers, Lisa Burr (Tony), Lauren Buchanan, Tyler Canales, Shelby Canales, Lindsay Buchanan, and the late Brian Rodgers. Adored great-grandmother of...
Marian Elizabeth (Bullock) Hicks
Apr 24, 2016
Marian Elizabeth (Bullock) Hicks went to her permanent home on April 24th. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Leslie E Hicks and daughter Janet Ann Montgomery-Read. She is survived by daughters Elizabeth Schaffer (Alan), Sharon Swicker, and Wanda Calvert and sons Larry Hicks and Loren Hicks. Our mother was a very loving and compassionate woman....
Lucille Barlow
Apr 20, 2016
LUCILLE BARLOW passed away on April 20, 2016 at her home in Rohnert Park at the age of 81 years. A cherished mother of 8 children, Lisa Pierce (Carter), Deborah Woodall, Robin Barlow, Regina Oviedo, Suzanne Jovick (Paul), Renee Simone, Paula Salem, and Joseph Salem, Jr. She was adored by her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She leaves behind her loving...
Matthew Vincent Bowens
Apr 20, 2016
Passed away in Santa Rosa, CA, April 20, 2016, beloved son of Brenda and Ken Bowens of Santa Rosa. Loving brother of Kenny Bowens and Seth Bowens. Adored grandson of Roberta Mathews, Evelyn Bowens and Joe Mathews. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and nurses. Born in Pleasanton and a native of Santa Rosa, CA. Age 24 years. Matthew...
Dorothy Lee Aggio
Apr 18, 2016
We lost a beautiful angel to the heavens, as she passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early morning of April 18, 2016, beloved wife of the late Sam G. Aggio. Loving mother of Debbie Fairbrook (John) of Carmichael, Kenny Aggio (Desiree) of Cotati and the late David Aggio. Cherished grandmother of Kayla Muskrat, Julian Aggio, Jared Fairbrook, Justin...
Frances Ada Mckenna
Apr 17, 2016
FRANCES ADA McKENNA passed away on April 17, 2016 in Pt. Richmond, CA, at the age of 82. Devoted wife of the late Daniel McKenna. Cherished mother of Lynda Thomas (Ron), Stan McKenna, and Sharon DeMartini. Beloved grandmother of Elise and Heather Clark; and Luke and Grace DeMartini. Dear step-grandmother of Jennifer Clark (Marcus), Marcie Derrickson (Jim), and the late...
Jessica Chrystal Tarca
Apr 16, 2016
JESSICA CHRYSTAL TARCA passed away in Petaluma, CA, April 16, 2016, wife of Jeffrey L. Skorupa. Mother of Jocelyn, Janelle, Jeffrey and Jager Skorupa. Daughter of Terri and John Tarca. Sister of Justin (Lacey), Jerry (Melissa), Joey (Janie), Julianna, Janessa (Travis Blow) Tarca. Aunt of Jacob, Jayden, Jordie, Jackson, Carter Tarca and Jordyn Blow. A native of Petaluma, CA, Age...
Helen Kustka Berlew
Apr 15, 2016
Helen Kustka Berlew, a resident of Petaluma since 1971, passed away on Friday, April 15, 2016. She was born in Lovelady, Texas on July 30, 1928, the youngest child of Peter and Anna Hazl Kustka and last surviving member of the family. When Helen was five years old, the Great Depression and Texas drought resulted in the family relocating to...
Rae Alma Sovel
Apr 14, 2016
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of RAE ALMA ROSS SOVEL on April 14, 2016, at the age of 91. Rae was born July 19, 1924, to Ida (Bobbi) and Henry Ross in Brooklyn, New York but settled in San Francisco, CA at the age of nine months. Her family dubbed her Bingo...
Richard A. Stout
Apr 12, 2016
RICHARD STOUT passed away peacefully on April 12, 2016 with his wife of 52 years at his side. His battle with cancer finally ended. He was born Jan. 24, 1942 in Port Townsend , WA to Ralph Stout and Joan Edmisten Stout. He moved to Petaluma in 1953 attending Petaluma High School and graduating from SF State University in 1966...
Belva Jean Metzler
Apr 10, 2016
Belva was born in Detroit, Michigan on December 14, 1928, the fourth of ten children born to Joseph and Marie Dengler, and passed away on April 10th in San Rafael, California. After high school, Belva stayed in Detroit working as a telephone operator for Michigan Bell while her parents and younger siblings moved to Dunkirk, NY. Belva took the train...
Joseph Eugene Minor
Apr 8, 2016
JOSEPH EUGENE MINOR lived his life being absolutely true to himself and his family, and he did the same in his passing from this world on April 8, 2016. He was at peace, he was unafraid, and he had big plans for when he would "break on through to the other side." Joe is survived by the love of his...
Catherine Margaret Butler
Apr 8, 2016
CATHERINE MARGARET BUTLER passed away on April 8, 2016 in Santa Rosa at the age of 74 years. Devoted wife of Tom Butler of Petaluma. Cherished mother of Sean Butler (Cara) and Darrin Butler all of Petaluma. Adored grandmother of Victoria, Katelyn and Austin Butler. Beloved great-grandmother of Foster Gray. Loving sister of Hazel Hoage and Julie Goggin. Dear aunt...
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