Carolyn Katherine Herman

Carolyn Katherine (Bomar) Herman September 29, 2006 Carolyn was a resident of Petaluma, CA. for 22 years. She is surivived by her husband of 34 years, William; her daughter, Theresa Marie of Petaluma; twin sons, Christopher W. of Petaluma and Matthew T. of Rohnert Park, CA.; a brother, Christopher W. Bomar of Montara, CA.; and sister, Ann Elizabeth Plank of Brisbane, CA. Carolyn was born on January 4, 1951 in Chicago, IL. to Samuel W. Bomar and Norma J. Bomar (Hupe). Her early childhood was spent in Chicago and Memphis, TN. In 1957 the family moved to the Bay Area. She grew up in San Mateo County where she graduated from Crocker Middle School, San Mateo High (class of 68), and attended the College of San Mateo for two years. She married William in July 1974, and they started their family soon afterwards. She volunteered actively at her children's schools, as well as with various scout groups that they participated in. Carolyn will be remembered for her courageous spirit, loving patience, and unique sense of humor. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Memorial donations: Hospice of Petaluma or the Cancer Research Institute. Arrangements under the drection of the Neptune Society of Northern California in Santa Rosa.