Recent Obituaries

"Our loved ones die only when we, whom they loved, forget them." ~anonymous

Ronald Keith Shuck passed away on December 28, 2021, in Sonoma California at the age of 84 years.. Born in Alhambra, California to Harold and Margaret Shuck on November 1, 1937. Ron taught school in South San Francisco, California for over 30 years. He enjoyed his retirement years gardening and just enjoying life. He leaves behind his wife Janice, his daughters Cristine Toti and Deanna Shuck. Two stepsons, Tony and Bill Fanara and grandchildren Alexandria Campbell, Julia Toti,...

Ronald Keith Shuck passed away on December 28, 2021, in Sonoma California at the age of 84 years.. Born in Alhambra, California to Harold and Margaret Shuck on November 1, 1937. Ron taught school...

Beverly Mellor Cotati

Beverly Anne Mellor passed peacefully in her home in Cotati, CA during the quiet evening of December 25, 2021, with her devoted husband at her side. Beverly was born June 1, 1938, in Santa Rosa, CA to parents John & Geraldine Togneri. Bev, as she was known to many, spent her early life with siblings on the Colombo Family Dairy in Bodega, CA. She attended the Potter School in Bodega, and Tomales High School where she was a cheerleader. Beverly married Alvin Bresciani in Reno, NV in...

Beverly Anne Mellor passed peacefully in her home in Cotati, CA during the quiet evening of December 25, 2021, with her devoted husband at her side. Beverly was born June 1, 1938, in Santa Rosa,...

Lillian "Corina" Aguallo Sonoma

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lillian “Corina” Aguallo the morning of December 23, 2021. She entered eternal rest peacefully surrounded by loving family that cared for her throughout her short battle with cancer. Survived by her sister Barbara Graziani, brother in law Dave Graziani, niece Rachel Graziani, nephew Gabriel Graziani, his fiance Skye Woodrum and great-nephew Helix and numerous cousins. Corina was born in Selma, California on August 11, 1950...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lillian “Corina” Aguallo the morning of December 23, 2021. She entered eternal rest peacefully surrounded by loving family that...

Jerry Morgan

Jerry Nicholas Morgan age 79 passed away peacefully on December 23, 2021, in his home surrounded by loved ones and his two dogs, Wilson and Hope. Jerry was born on July 20th, 1942, in Detroit, MI to Ann & Gilbert Morgan. Jerry was one of five children. Throughout his childhood his family moved from Michigan to New Mexico and then to California where he graduated from San Rafael High School in 1960. Jerry and Susan were married in 1973. They built their home...

Jerry Nicholas Morgan age 79 passed away peacefully on December 23, 2021, in his home surrounded by loved ones and his two dogs, Wilson and Hope. Jerry was born on July 20th, 1942, in Detroit, MI...

John Hernandez

John was born in New York City to Gonzalo and Inés Hernández. Spanish was spoken at home. His international consumer products sales and marketing career took him to Colombia where he met Margarita Sanchez, a young widow with two daughters. They married in 1959 and lived in Costa Rica, Chile, Brazil as well as Massachusetts, North Carolina, Minnesota and California. Creekside Village in Sonoma was their home for 30 years where John was active in the community...

John was born in New York City to Gonzalo and Inés Hernández. Spanish was spoken at home. His international consumer products sales and marketing career took him to Colombia...

Marcie Axton Sonoma

Marcie Elizabeth Axton, 82, died peacefully December 20, 2021, in Sonoma, California. At her request, no service will be held; having spent her last days with the warmth of friends and family. Marcie Axton was born November 17, 1939, in Santa Cruz, California, to Marcelle and Ottobert Axton. She attended Holy Cross School in Santa Cruz, San Joaquin Memorial High School in Fresno, then went to Chico State University to earn a B.A. in Counseling and a teaching credential. She started...

Marcie Elizabeth Axton, 82, died peacefully December 20, 2021, in Sonoma, California. At her request, no service will be held; having spent her last days with the warmth of friends and...

Josephine "Josie" Gauci Sonoma

Josephine "Josie" Gauci passed away at her Sonoma Home on December 14, 2021 with her family surrounding her. Born in San Francisco, she came to Sonoma 41 years ago, owning and operating Gauci Family Daycare for over 30 years. Josie's love and devotion to caring for children was her greatest passion. Beloved wife of 46 years to Joe Gauci of Sonoma. Adored mother of Joey, Lisa and Megan (Charles) of Sonoma. Loving grandmother of Emerson, Eddie and...

Josephine "Josie" Gauci passed away at her Sonoma Home on December 14, 2021 with her family surrounding her. Born in San Francisco, she came to Sonoma 41 years ago, owning and...

Donald Vaughn Sonoma

After a long and well-lived life, Donald R. Vaughn passed away on December 13th, 2021. Don was born in Long Beach, CA on April 2, 1942. He moved with his family to Sonoma Valley in 1962. Spending time with family and friends was always important to him. He was a big fan of all sports, especially the Giants and the Raiders. Don enjoyed barbequing with the “Posse” for local groups of friends and the community. He loved to travel, garden, and the family camp out...

After a long and well-lived life, Donald R. Vaughn passed away on December 13th, 2021. Don was born in Long Beach, CA on April 2, 1942. He moved with his family to Sonoma Valley in...

Albert Zralka

Albert L. Zralka, 77, of Sonoma, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2021 in Sonoma, California. He had Orthostatic-Hypotension and various cancers suffering courageously for many years. Albert L. Zralka was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Albert and Elizabeth Zralka on October 25, 1944. He attended Archmere Academy in Delaware where one of his classmates was Joe Biden. He graduated from Western State College of Law in Fullerton, California with a Doctor of...

Albert L. Zralka, 77, of Sonoma, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2021 in Sonoma, California. He had Orthostatic-Hypotension and various cancers suffering courageously for many...

Robert Koenig Sonoma

Robert W. Koenig, 94, of Sonoma, passed away on Monday December 6, 2021 in Sonoma, California. Robert W. Koenig was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to Joseph and Lucille Koenig on October 18, 1927. He went to school at Elder Highschool in Cincinnati, Ohio. He graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree. He worked as a pharmacist who took over the family drug store and then moved to SF and worked as a pharmacist in the hospital. He was a veteran...

Robert W. Koenig, 94, of Sonoma, passed away on Monday December 6, 2021 in Sonoma, California. Robert W. Koenig was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to Joseph and Lucille Koenig on October 18,...