Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries
Local obituaries for families Sonoma and Marin Counties
Antony James Gray
Apr 5, 2026
Antony “Tony” James Gray
Tony James Gray was born on May 13, 1962, in Romford, Essex, England, and later made his roots across the ocean in Northern California of United States. Where he built a life filled with family, friendship, and purpose.
On April 5, 2026, at the age of 63, he passed away peacefully at home in Petaluma, California.
Tony was married...
Sharon “Shari” Brundige Witsch
Mar 30, 2026
Sharon “Shari” Brundige Witsch, age 85, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026, in Kenwood, CA.
In keeping with her wishes, no funeral will be held. A celebration of life is being planned for 12 noon, Saturday, May 9th at Kenwood Plaza Park in Kenwood, further details will be shared on social media.
Shari was born on March 8, 1941, in Petaluma,...
Ingrid Helene Mahrt
Mar 25, 2026
Born in a traditional farmhouse on the Isle of Fohr with delft tiles on the walls and a thatch roof, Ingrid's early years were punctuated by the loss of her parents. She went to live in the next village with her aunt Maria and Elsa, a Polish refugee. Her little brother Arwin would be raised by their grandparents. At seventeen,...
Williamson, Donald Alan
Mar 24, 2026
Passed away on March 24, 2026 in San Francisco. Beloved father of Eric Williamson (Cassandra) of San Luis Obispo and Karra O’Brien (Tommy) of Santa Rosa. Cherished grandfather (Pop) of Thomas (Alyssa), Tyler, William, and Wyatt O’Brien, Vivienne and Claire Williamson. Great-grandfather of Josie O’Brien. Beloved brother of Lori Pope (Frank). Loving son of the late David and Nadine Williamson.
Devoted...
Jerrold William Garzelli
Mar 20, 2026
Jerry passed away at home on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Jerry, known by many as “Chopper”, was born and raised in Petaluma. He spent most of his life living on D Street and working on his family dairy farm. He is survived by his wife Rosemary (Balistreri) and daughters Stevie Irby (Jeremy) and Mary Booth (Jake), grandchildren Blake Irby, Dylan Irby,...
Myrna Jean (Paris) Donaldson
Mar 19, 2026
Myrna Jean Donaldson “Paris”, the matriarch of the family, born in Petaluma, June 28th, 1936, lived a life full of love, until her passing on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at age 89. A mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, a friend to many, and a resident of Penngrove for 50 years, Myrna always brought her caring charm and quick wit.
Graduating class...
Sandra Yvonne Kruse
Mar 18, 2026
Sandra Yvonne Kruse, beloved wife, mother, and daughter, passed away March 18, 2026 at her home in Petaluma. Sandra greatly loved her family, music, and nature.
Sandra was born on December 4, 1961 in Cleveland, Ohio, to Thomas J. LaRusso, a string bass player in the Cleveland Symphony, and Carol Spenard LaRusso. Around the time Sandra started school, the family moved...
Robert Norman Foehr
Mar 18, 2026
Robert (Bob) N. Foehr passed away on March 18, 2026 at his home in San Geronimo surrounded by his loved ones. He was 92 years old - just shy of his 93rd birthday. Bob was born in San Francisco on March 22, 1933. He graduated from UCSF School of Dentistry in 1957. He then served as a Captain in the...
Sharon Jean Poncia
Mar 17, 2026
Sharon “Sherry” Jean Poncia, born March 1, 1944, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, leaving behind a life remembered for kindness, resilience, and a deep love of gardening.
Sherry grew up on a ranch in Tomales, where she learned the value of hard work at a young age. Ranch life shaped her strong spirit and tireless work ethic. She carried...
Teresa Jean Welter (Pinckney)
Mar 15, 2026
Teresa Jean Welter (Pinckney) passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026, following a courageous fight against cancer.
She was born on September 3, 1971, in Novato, California. Teresa attended Cinnabar Elementary and graduated from Petaluma High School with the Class of 1989. She married her high school sweetheart, Richard, and together they raised three amazing boys: Allen (Maddie), Andrew (Mikala), and...
Stephen Daniel Doughty
Mar 12, 2026
Steve Daniel Doughty, a longtime resident of Point Reyes Station, died peacefully on March 11, 2026, at the age of 84 following a brief illness.
Steve was born on December 28, 1941, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Daniel and Vivian Doughty. When he was six, his family moved to Napa, California, to be closer to relatives. As the only boy among several...
Harue Okazaki
Mar 10, 2026
HARUE OKAZAKI, born April 15, 1926, originally of Sacramento, California, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, at Primrose, where she had been cared for lovingly during the last 11 years.
Harue was predeceased by her husband, Kenzo John Okazaki, brothers Mas, Jack and Kiyoshi Ono, and is survived by several nieces and nephews. She worked for years at Sonoma State,...
Linda Lee Walsh
Mar 6, 2026
Linda Lee Walsh, age 85, passed away on March 6, 2026, at her home in Petaluma, California. A Funeral Service will he held on Wednesday, March 18 at 11:00 am at Parent-Sorensen Mortuary & Crematory in Petaluma.
Linda was born June 6, 1940, in San Francisco, California, to Lou and Mary Killian. She spent her childhood in Saudi Arabia, Mexico and...
Donald Valentine DeCosta
Mar 5, 2026
Born on April 10th, 1930 and passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026 at the age of 95 just short of his 96th birthday.Don was preceded in death by his loving parents, adored wife, siblings and several other family members and friends.Don was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, however he lived most of his life with his loving wife in Petaluma,...
Jack Alfonse Maier
Feb 27, 2026
Jack Alfonse Maier passed away at the age of 91, peacefully in his childhood home on February 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family in Petaluma, California.
Jack was born in Petaluma on March 5, 1934, to John and Paula Maier. They immigrated from the Black Forest, Germany.
Jack lived his childhood years alongside his parents building their family chicken ranch.
After graduating...
Anthony James Scagliola
Feb 27, 2026
Tony was born to Jamie and Jim Scagliola on February 20, 1975. By 1980 he had tow sisters, Gina and Angela. As a child Tony loved playing Little League and soccer, skateboarding, and riding his bike, usually wearing one of his many baseball caps. Tony was also a gifted left-handed artist and dreamed of becoming an architect.
Tony’s life changed forever...
Lillian D. Ruggles
Feb 25, 2026
Lillian Ruggles, whose kindness, creativity, and joyful spirit left an indelible mark on everyone who knew her, passed away on February 25th at the age of 77.
Lillian was a person who made the world feel warmer, especially with her exquisitely handmade quilts. She was beloved by so many for her warmth, her kindness, her humor, and her generosity. Her greatest...
Catherine Marie Albini
Feb 16, 2026
Catherine Marie Hannon Albini
January 18, 1940 - February 16, 2026
Catherine Marie Albini passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026 at her home in Petaluma, CA. She was born and raised in San Francisco, CA to Patrick and Agnes Hannon.
Cathy attended St. James Girls School and Immaculate Conception Academy in San Francisco before moving to Sebastopol, CA and graduating from Analy...
Sylvia Carole Thomas
Feb 15, 2026
Sylvia Carole Thomas, 91, of Cotati, California passed away peacefully in her home on February 15, 2026. Born on June 12th 1934 in El Cerrito, California, Sylvia moved with her parents (Frank Victor De Cambra and Madeline Cassetta, deceased) and brother (Robert Victor, deceased) to Cotati in 1948. She attended Petaluma High School, graduating with the class of 1952.
A lifelong...
Rita Sue Hernandez
Feb 8, 2026
Rita Sue Hernandez passed away suddenly on February 8th 2026. She was a loving wife to Henry Hernandez Sr, mother of Henry Jr, Greg, George Hernandez and Suzette Finch, grandmother, of Geoffrey, Sean, Jeremy Nelson, Christina Finch and Ryan, Riley, Benjamin Hernandez, Nicole & Sydney Petersen and Grace Delgado. She was great-grandmother of 10 and great-great-grandmother of three. She was...
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