Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory Obituaries
Local obituaries for families Sonoma and Marin Counties
Mary Gayle Starke
Aug 23, 2026
Mary Gayle Starke passed away peacefully in Petaluma, California, on August 23, 2026, just days after celebrating her 89th birthday, surrounded by the love and prayers of her family.A native of Port Allen, Louisiana, Mary Gayle Babin was born on August 18, 1937, and graduated from Louisiana State University. She moved to California at the age of 22. While teaching...
Janet Pearl Gordon
Aug 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Janet Pearl Gordon a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, who died in Petaluma, California on August 22, 2026 at the age of 88.She met her husband, Robert Emmett Gordon in 1957 and they were married in 1958. They celebrated 68 years of marriage and raised two children.She...
Cindy Annette Williamsen Clark
Aug 20, 2026
Cindy Annette Williamsen Clark was born on February 14, 1957. She passed away on August 20, 2026, at the age of 69.
Born and raised in Petaluma, California, Cindy spent her life in Sonoma County, building a legacy of love, kindness, and care for others. For 28 years, she worked as an in-home daycare provider. Caring for children was more than...
Robert "Bobby" Mawyer
Aug 15, 2026
Robert “Bobby” Mawyer, born April 16, 1943, passed away on August 15, 2026. Bobby will be remembered for his deep roots in the Petaluma community, his lifelong friendships, and his love of the outdoors.
He is survived by his sisters, Carol Gallagher and Linda Adcox, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ron...
James Matthew Tremari
Aug 9, 2026
Please join us in a celebration of Jim's life, love, and memory at Parent Sorensen Mortuary in Petaluma, and the Church of the Assumption in Tomales.
Meludi M. Miles
2026
Meludi Miles, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away on August 9, 2026 in Petaluma, California at the age of 79.
Meludi was born in 1947 in Edesheim, Germany and grew up in nearby Edenkoben in the Rheinpfalz region. In 1962 he left Germany with his aunt, Annemarie, and began a new chapter of his life in Sausalito, California....
Michael Scott Jesson
Aug 7, 2026
On Friday, August 7, 2026, Michael "Mike" Scott Jessen passed away in Petaluma, California, at the age of 74. Mike was a devoted father to his children, Michael "Mike" Jessen, and Teresa Tennison along with her husband, Scott Tennison. Above all, he cherished his role as a loving grandfather, taking immense joy and pride in being an active presence in...
Joann Marie Fabian Curtis
Aug 7, 2026
Joann Marie Fabian Curtis was born in 1936 in San Francisco to Joseph and Anna Fabian, and she died on August 7, 2026 in Petaluma at age 89. As a child, she roamed the Potrero Hill area, (I-80 now cuts through SF in this area), home to many new Slovenian immigrants, including her parents and extended family. Her life centered...
Barbara Munson Papke
Aug 1, 2026
It is with immense love and heartbreak that the family of Barbara Munson Papke announces her passing on August 1, 2026, at the age of 86. Barbara is survived by her brother Ed, her son David, her son-in-law Donovan, her grandchildren Sarah, Sierra, Canyon, Sean, Jace, and Jackson, her granddaughter-in-law Veronica, and her great-grandson Hunter. Barbara was predeceased by her...
Joan Rollande Hutton
Aug 1, 2026
The family of Joan Rollande Hutton is grieved to announce the passing of Joan on August 1, 2026. She died peacefully in her sleep in her own bed at home in Penngrove, CA among a community of neighbours, friends, and family who cared for her deeply.
Joan fiercely loved Penngrove and the life she built there over 60 years. She, along...
Elaine Frances Cheda
Jul 25, 2026
Elaine Frances Cheda Passed away peacefully at her home on July 25, 2026 at the age of 94. Born in Petaluma, the daughter of Peter & Gladys Cheda on February 17, 1932 with her twin brother Leroy who preceded her in death in 1992. She lived her entire life on the family dairy. She fully embraced the life of a...
Angela Taricco D'Ambrogi
Jul 19, 2026
Our families are saddened to announce that on Sunday, July 19th, our sweet Angela left us peacefully to be with her savior. Angela was born May 18, 1961, to Rich & Rose Taricco in San Francisco. The family soon moved to Corte Madera where Angela was raised and attended school at St. Patrick’s K-8 in Larkspur and Redwood High School...
Steven Robert Adams
Jul 17, 2026
Steven Robert "Steve" Adams, loving husband, devoted father, proud grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on July 17, 2026, after a long journey with corticobasal degeneration. He was born on October 27, 1950, in Oceanside, California, to Lester (Jack) Adams and Joyce Adams Anderson.
Steve was preceded in death by his...
Jeanette Wendt-Orme
Jul 7, 2026
Jeanette Irene Davidson Wendt Orme left us on July 7, 2026, surrounded by love and her family. Jeanette was born on February 22, 1961, in Petaluma. She was a loving mother and stepmother to Lindsey, Chris, and Allan Wendt, Janie Tarca, and Shelli Orme; adopted mother to Renato Stanic; wife and companion to the late James Orme; forever friend and...
Aileen Zanco
Jul 7, 2026
Aileen Zanco, age 87, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 54 years, Frank Zanco; her sons, Frank Jr. and Charles; her daughter, Angela; her beloved granddaughter, Abby; her brother’s sons, Richard and Steven; and many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence...
Bill J. Scarpete
Jul 5, 2026
Bill J. Scarpete “Bullshipper”, age 87, born April 26, 1939. Passed away on July 5, 2026, peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends.
Started trucking in 1963 as owner operator hauling hay and livestock across eleven western states.
Survived by wife Carin of 65 years; sons Dennis (Karen) and Kevin (Andrea); grandchildren Nicole Gromala (Ivan), Dominique, Justin (Trae), Butch, Jenna (Ellie),...
Duane Edward Thomas
Jul 4, 2026
On July 4, 2026, on the birth of our nation and freedom, Duane “Skip” Thomas found freedom from Bile Duct Liver Cancer. He was 77 years old.
Skip was born and raised in San Mateo County. He attended St. Francis High School. He was a proud member of Local Union 617 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) for 42...
Juanita Theresa Gheno
Jul 4, 2026
We are saddened to announce the passing, on July 4, 2026, of our dear Juanita Gheno. Mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, aunt, and friend to so many for 100 years plus. At the same time, in our grief we are joyful she did not suffer and she joins the family and friends that departed before her, in the comfort...
Robert Detlef Williams
Jul 1, 2026
Robert Detlef Williams passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026 after a difficult battle with MSA. A gentle spirit, with a wry sense of humor, Rob loved music, nature, travel, comedy, friends and family.
Rob was born in Santa Barbara, California on September 19, 1958. In 1971, he and his family moved to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, giving him an undying love...
Russell Ohlson
Jun 27, 2026
On June 27, 2026, Russ Ohlson passed away at the age of 90. Russ was born February 25, 1936 in Healdsburg, CA. Russ and his sister Pat were raised on the California coast at the Del Mar Ranch, which would later become what is known today as the Sea Ranch.
Russ graduated from Point Arena High School. From there he went...
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