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Mark Steven Horn

Mark Steven Horn

Oct 31, 2025

Mark Steven Horn

July 22, 1958 – October 31, 2025

Mark Steven Horn, of Petaluma, California, passed away peacefully at home on October 31, 2025, with his family by his side.

Born on July 22, 1958, in Petaluma, Mark was the beloved son of the late Martha Sovel and William Horn. He is survived by his sister, Dorothy Cook (Aric), and numerous nieces...

Helen Lorraine Malmgren Miller

Helen Lorraine Malmgren Miller

Oct 26, 2025

Helen Lorraine Malmgren Miller died Sunday October 26, 2025 in Pleasanton, California. Thirty days before her 91st birthday.

Helen Lorraine Malmgren was born on November 25, 1934 in Petaluma, California to Bror Henry Malmgren and Georgia Maria Schuler. Helen was the fifth of five children; Dorothy Shaw, Alice Gundstrom Bone, Henry Malmgren and Robert Malmgren.

Helen was baptized at Petaluma Presbyterian Church...

Lillie Helen Miller

Lillie Helen Miller

Oct 24, 2025

Lillie Helen (Iversen) Miller passed away on October 24, 2025 at the age of 98. She was born to Iven and Asta Iversen on June 10, 1927. She lived on the same property on Skillman Lane in Petaluma her entire life.Lillie and her younger sister, Nancy, grew up helping their parents run their chicken ranch. In high school Lillie met...

Creg Louis Condon

Creg Louis Condon

Oct 23, 2025

Creg Louis Condon

February 9, 1969 – October 23, 2025

Creg Louis Condon, 56, of Santa Rosa, California, passed away on October 23, 2025. He was born on February 9, 1969, to John and Francine Condon.

Creg enjoyed hunting, fishing, kayaking, gardening, and cooking. Among his most memorable travels were to Africa, where he hunted big game, and to Alaska, where he acquired...

Robert John Camozzi

Robert John Camozzi

Oct 23, 2025

It is with great sadness and hearts full of love and gratitude for a life well lived, that the family of Robert John Camozzi shares his peaceful passing on October 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Robert was 93 years old and a Petaluma native and a 3rd generation Sonoma County dairyman.

Robert was a lifelong Petaluma resident, and a...

Raymond Pietro Pellinacci

Raymond Pietro Pellinacci

2025

Raymond Pietro Pellinacci, a San Francisco native and resident of Rohnert Park, died October 23, 2025, at the age of 96 and is now resting peacefully. He has gone home to God and to Celia, his beloved wife of 52 years. He died in the caring embrace of his family in his beloved home, with the love and support of...

Anne Magdalene Dettling

Anne Magdalene Dettling

Oct 20, 2025

On October 20, 2025, Anne Magdalene Dettling, 94 Years Old went to meet the Lord. 

She is survived by her children, Pam (Tom Hawkins), Renae (Bill Middleton), Beverly (Ken Larrabure), Shannon (Mark Ackerman), Mary (Aldo Bianchi), Tami Dettling, and Michael Dettling, She has 17 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. She is also survived by her Brother Daniel...

Carolyn Faith Strange

Carolyn Faith Strange

Oct 18, 2025

It’s with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Carolyn Faith Strange on October 18, 2025 in her home in Petaluma, Ca.

Born May 31, 1941 in Saskatchewan, Canada to Ella Marie and Elmer John Olson, youngest sister to Constance (Connie) Montoya, Doris Dixon, Elmer (Sonny) Olson, and Myrna Bellovich and numerous nieces and nephews. Her family moved to Sonoma...

James Elmer Pascoe, Jr.

James Elmer Pascoe, Jr.

Oct 11, 2025

With hearts full of love and gratitude for a life well lived, the family of James Elmer Pascoe, Jr. shares his peaceful passing on October 11, 2025. Jim leaves behind a legacy of service, laughter, and love that touched countless lives.

Born on January 30, 1940, at Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital in Los Angeles, California, Jim was the son of James Elmer...

Elaine Ann Martinelli

Elaine Ann Martinelli

Oct 8, 2025

The family of Elaine Ann Martinelli warmly invites friends and loved ones to a visitation in her honor. 

Please join us as we come together to share stories, reflect on cherished memories, and find comfort in quiet remembrance.

Helene Pearl Barlas

Helene Pearl Barlas

Oct 3, 2025

Helene was born in 1926 in a small apartment in the Bronx, New York, which her immigrant parents, Philip and Libby Burlson, were sharing with her aunt and uncle. They lived in a working class Jewish neighborhood and struggled to get by. They rented rooms to boarders to help out with the rent. Nevertheless, Helene experienced a very lively and...

Claudia Kestory Naventi

Claudia Kestory Naventi

Oct 1, 2025

Claudia Kestory Naventi passed away in Santa Rosa, CA on October 1, 2025 after a brief illness. Born October 30, 1943 Pittsburgh, PA to the late Joseph and Mary (Zawalnicki) Kestory, Claudia was raised in North Vandergrift, PA. After graduating from Vandergrift High School, she attended The Pennsylvania State University (‘65) in University Park, PA, graduating with a Bachelor of...

Gisela Maria Benson

Gisela Maria Benson

2025

Gisela was born in Dahn, Germany to Willi and Klara Engel. She grew up in Cologne, Germany with her siblings Klaus and Christa. After high school graduation Gisela attended business school. Upon completion of business school Gisela worked for a clothing design company. In 1958, Gisela met a young American Soldier by the name of John Benson in a cafe...

Lois N. (Byrd) Dolley

Lois N. (Byrd) Dolley

Sep 24, 2025

With profound sadness, the family of Lois N. (Byrd) Dolley, aged 85 and a longtime resident of Santa Rosa, announces her peaceful passing on September 24, 2025.Lois was born on January 25, 1940, in Los Angeles, California, to Albert E. Byrd and Lois N. (Holcomb) Byrd. She is lovingly survived by her four sons: Patrick(Karen), Michael(Laura), Curtis(Valarie), and David(Rachel) Dolley....

Ryan Lee Shaw

Ryan Lee Shaw

Sep 20, 2025

Ryan Lee Shaw, age 42, was born on April 21, 1983 in Omaha, NE and passed away unexpectedly on September 20, 2025 after a medical emergency at his home in Santa Rosa, CA. His family and friends are deeply saddened at the sudden loss of an incredible, beautiful soul.

Ryan was a smart and driven man who spent most of his...

Robert Michael Donahue

Robert Michael Donahue

2025

Died in Petaluma on September 17, 2025, days after a fall in his home in Calaveras County. Born at home in 1932 in Chicago to John and Bernice “MeMe” (Barker), he received his certification in 1950 from Chicago Vocational High School (a school of more than 4,000 boys). Over 50 years later, he was invited back to be inducted into...

Michael Dennis Flint

Michael Dennis Flint

Sep 15, 2025

Michael Dennis Flint of Petaluma, CA, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, veteran, and community leader whose life was marked by service, faith, and kindness.

Born on September 13, 1941, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Mike proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he...

Douglas Kent Karr

Douglas Kent Karr

Sep 8, 2025

Douglas K. Karr passed away September 8, 2025 after a three-year battle with lung cancer. He was born July 23, 1952 in LeMars, Iowa. Preceded in death by his parents Weston and Edna Karr and mother-in-law Eda Tomasetti.

Douglas is survived by Linda, his best friend and loving wife of 43 years. Children Kari and Rich Van Dam, Kory and Lisa...

John Louis Scharer

John Louis Scharer

Sep 7, 2025

John Louis Scharer, age 90, of Petaluma, California, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, after a short illness. A devoted family man and respected community leader, John’s life was marked by love, service, and dedication to both his family and to Petaluma.

Born on December 29, 1934, in Susanville, California, John grew up in Healdsburg. He was the second child...

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