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Francis Gerald "Frank" Loughran

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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