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Broc CRESTA Obituary

Age: 25 years, Passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2012 in Cheyenne, Wy. Adored son of Daniel Cresta and Kelline Balistreri and her husband August Balistreri all of Santa Rosa. Dear brother of Brent and his wife Jenny Cresta, stepbrothers and sisters Jess and Anae Balistreri, Anthony Balistreri, Sarah Balistreri, Amanda Balistreri. Beloved boyfriend of Brittany Pozzi of Texas. Loving grandson of William and late Marge Cresta of Santa Rosa and George and Teresa Learned of Lower Lake. Cherished nephew of Kathy Kelly, Kim Pels, Greg and Kris Schaefer, Karen Putthoff, Gary and Lisa Hemstead, Mark and Karen Cresta, Larry and Cindy Mason, Jerre Learned and Mike, George Learned, and Kyle and Vicki Fischer. Survived by numerous cousins. Broc was born and raised in Santa Rosa, CA where he developed his love for rodeo and team roping. He lived his dream to professionally rodeo and will be missed not only by his family, Brittany and friends but by the extended family of the cowboys and cowgirls across the country. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, August 3, 2012 at 4:30 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95404. A private burial will be held at Santa Rosa Memorial Park. The family prefers memorial contributions be made to the Broc Cresta Memorial Fund, Sonoma County Grange Credit Union, 304 Sutton Pl., Santa Rosa, CA. 95407. Family assisted by PARENT-SORENSEN MORTUARY & CREMATORY, 707- 763-413

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Published by Press Democrat from Aug. 1 to Aug. 2, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
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Cathy Cox

May 20, 2013

Gods Blessingd to the Cresta family. Broc was a great cowboy and will be missed by thousands. RIP BROC.

unknown cowboy

December 7, 2012

Rodeos come and go and now we are here for the big night at the NFR and there is a hole in my heart because I'm not seeing you down at the arena but your sprit is here and strong as ever until we see you rope again in the heaven's GOD bless to you and entire famliy!

Cresta

August 28, 2012

Can't believe it's been a month Broc, we all miss you!

Marie Payne

August 10, 2012

so very very sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences to the entire Cresta clan

August 10, 2012

We miss you and love you so much Broc!:(
RIP with Nanny <3

Christina Bitsilly

August 10, 2012

All I can say is God takes the best to be his next right hand man. A young mother of 7 with only one of them growing up to one day be a "Dine'" cowboy amonst the Pro's, I extend my deepest condolences to the family of a rising star. The Crestas and Ms. Brittny, you will always have that same star watching over you each and every day. May God be with you and lessen the burden of the pain your feeling from the great loss of Broc.....

Makayla M

August 8, 2012

Mrs Kellie, Brent, Jenny and All the family, I am so sorry for ya'lls loss. Theres not enough space to tell you how awesome he was. My thoguhts an Prayers go out to all of you. If ya'll need anything let me know! <3 Hugs!

August 5, 2012

Dear Cresta Family, Brittany, and all of his many friends,
My heart goes out to all of you. Broc was an incredible young man in so many ways. I am so sorry for everyone's loss. Thoughts and prayers for all.

August 4, 2012

Bill and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you will all be in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you the grace you each need to get through this difficult time.
Love,
Robbin and Carrie Peterson

Shelly Garvin

August 4, 2012

Danny- I haven't seen you in 30 years, but when I read of your son's passing, I wanted to tell you how very sorry I am.
I believe you have had way more tragedy in your life than anyone should endure. My thoughts are with you..
Shelly Garvin (Williams)

Joanne and Mike Barsi-(Pioneer customers)

August 4, 2012

Bill,Dan and Mark- Though we never met Broc, he was obviously one talented, wonderful, handsome young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.

Dina Morris

August 3, 2012

Cresta Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thaughts and Prayers go out to your family, Brent was our horse shoer and I felt like we came to know Broc through Brent. I pray that you will find peace and understanding in all of this.
Tony and Dina Morris
Kelli and Katie Menghini

Kathie Hayes Floyd

August 3, 2012

Danny, Bill and Mark,
I sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I can't imagine what your all going through.
I think of the Cresta, family often Bill and Marge were alway's so good to me.
My thought's and prayer's are will you all.

I saw your boy compete in Eugene ,OR he was terrific.

August 2, 2012

awwwww this is just too sad for words. RIP cowboy.

Rosemary Chetcuti (Putthoff)

August 2, 2012

Kelly and family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Judy Grose-Samples

August 2, 2012

To the entire Cresta Family, I am sorry to hear of the heart ache you all are going through. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

August 2, 2012

I am from Canada and did not know Broc or his family but I want them to know they are in my thoughts and heart. I cannot understand how agonizing it must be to lose a child but please know that others are thinking of you. The world keeps turning but I will carry you and Broc in my heart and my world as well has been touched by his early passing. As a mother I send you my prayers and know you will have many memories to treasure your son. A hug for you, Shari Dixon, Alberta, Canada

Joyce Corda

August 2, 2012

If there wasn't such a thing as a "Cowboy Angel" there is now.

My Sympathies to the entire Cresta Family and Friends of Broc.

Sherry Tappan

August 2, 2012

Larry, Cindy, Jaime, Angela and rest of family,

I am very sorry for your loss...in reading this today I am left knowing this world lost another good soul way too early...I'll never understand why...R.I.P.

Tammy Berry (Thomason)

August 1, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. My heart is broken for The Cresta Family. B.C. is an angel among us.

Casey Doebbler

August 1, 2012

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

Many prayers to Broc's family & friends...

The Morris Family

August 1, 2012

To All the Cresta Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Broc touched a lot of peoples hearts. He will truly be missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

August 1, 2012

Broc was a WONDERFUL person! We will miss him greatly.

Ed, Denise, Ashley and Jake Boydston

John, Carrie Wurth

August 1, 2012

Dan,Kelly,Mark,Karen and Bill Carrie and I were so shock to hear of Broc's passing and please know your all in our prayers and thoughts. We hold dear the pictures of Broc pushing cattle at the ropings and following him to the Prca, and we always felt like we had one of our own in the big time. Now we have one of our own with the big guy and always catching two feet. Your always in our thoughts warmest regards Love John Carrie

August 1, 2012

CRESTA FAMILY: WE LOVED BROC LIKE HE WAS ONE OF OUR OWN HAVING WATCHED SPENCER AND HIM THRU ALL OF THEIR YEARS OF PLAYING AND HIGH SCHOOL RODEO, THEN LAS VEGAS. SUE MITCHELL, AND LATE GLENN MITCHELL

zenaida olivar

August 1, 2012

With a heavy heart and sadness, my husband Larry and I would like to extend our arms and condolences to Brittney and the family of Broc. He will be missed. There will be one less cowboy at the NFR this year. Time heals, he will never be forgotten. Zenaida Olivar (mother of Cesar de la Cruz)

Martin Lucero

August 1, 2012

To the Cresta family our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time Broc was a friend and a great competitor he was a true talent and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in trying time.
Martin,Jodee,Gabrielle,and Marlee Lucero

Colleen Kelly

August 1, 2012

Dan, Kelly and Family,

I am so truly saddened to hear of Broc's passing. Not only did I have the pleasure of knowing Broc as a child but of also reading about his rodeo career from time to time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen Holtman

August 1, 2012

I will always remember Broc as a smiling 5 year old sitting in my Kindergarten classroom at Riebli Elementary School. Yesterday I searched for our class photo from 1992 and there he was wearing a pair of bunny ears. A priceless memory. My heart heart goes out to all of you.

George & Karen Baur

August 1, 2012

Dan, Bill, Mark & Family
I'm so sorry for your loss. Friends and family strength will get you through.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Katie Pederson-Madden

August 1, 2012

Dear Kelly and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I was so saddened to read about Broc's passing. My heart goes out to you all.

tami shook

August 1, 2012

Broc will be greatley missed at one of his fav places to eat! Miss you Broc from Eagles Nest

Jim,Donna and Family Grose

July 31, 2012

Dan and Kelly and family We are so sadden for your loss. Our love is with you and your family.

July 31, 2012

To the Cresta family & Brittany, I'm sorry for your loss. My Condolences,Todd Harper,Pincher Creek,Alberta

susie rush

July 31, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Cresta family!!
Randy and Susie Rush

July 31, 2012

God needed another Angel so he called upon Broc. Our local Sonoma County Cowboy called home much to young. Prayers to Dan, Kelly, Brent, Brittany, Spencer, extended family and friends and his entire Rodeo family may god comfort you all as you continue this journey without your son, brother, cowboy and friend. Our Deepest Sympathy to you all.

Carol Ferrari, Debbie Wright and Donna Sexton
American Soldier Freedom Riders

Clayton and Kala Foltyn

July 31, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are
constantly with your family. We are praying for strength that will help you get through this very difficult time.
Broc was a wonderful friend and cowboy. I will miss him very much. No rodeos will be the same with out him.

July 31, 2012

To the Cresta Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bruce and Mitzi Corkill

Canelis Family

July 31, 2012

To the Cresta family
You are in our Thoughts and Prayers, We are so sorry for your loss.

July 31, 2012

To the Cresta Family,
Harry and I were in shock when we got the news Saturday about Broc. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Broc had grown into a young man that you should be so very proud of and know that he will be missed by all of us in the rodeo world. We can't imagine the pain you must be feeling but remember your rodeo family will always be here for you.
Our Condolences,
Harry and Pam Rose

July 31, 2012

To the Cresta family,
We are so sad for all of you now what a horrible time.
John watched Broc grow up and always talked when they
ran into each other,what a loss to all.
Cindy & John Walker

July 31, 2012

To the family of Broc Cresta,
Know that you are in our Prayers and thoughts. Your friends,
Courtney and Crystal Higgins
"Rodeorigs.com"

Mike Moore

July 31, 2012

Broc will be missed on and around the rodeo events he is and will always be one of the greats .... ~~RIP~~ MY FRIEND... Love and Prayers to The Creasta Family

Steve Guglielmini

July 31, 2012

Danny, Bill, Mark & The Cresta Families

We are sadden to hear of your loss of Dan's son Broc. We will be praying and thinking of you and your loved ones.

Steve & Georgia Guglielmini
Anderson , CA

Marv & Anita nobles

July 31, 2012

I send this to Brent Cresta as I never had the good fortune to meet Broc.I'm so sorry to be writing this note to you Brent. Life is so harsh sometimes and it's hard to understand the things that happen. It's such a tragedy to lose your best friend. Only a higher being can help us with such sorrow. I wish for peace to come to you and yours soon. My best to you, your friend always, Anita

Erin Mobley

July 31, 2012

I met Broc in 1989 when I began working for the Cresta's @ Pioneer Auto Parts. I once called Dan and Mark two of my best friends, Broc comes from a Terricic family. As a mother, my heart goes out to Kelly and Danny.
my prayers are with you all,
love, Erin Mobley

Ed Allen

July 31, 2012

Our hearts and prayers go out to the Cresta family for your loss of a loved one. We are so sorry. God bless you all.
Ed and Jeanne Allen
Acampo, California

Jimmy & Mae Roddy

July 31, 2012

Bill Cresta & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very sorrowful time. May you find comfort in the love of God and friends.

Ron & Mary

July 31, 2012

We're sorry to hear of Brocs passing. Our hearts & prayers go out to the Cresta family & all their friends.May God Bless you all and give you the strength to help you through this time of suffering.

July 31, 2012

To the family and friends of Broc Cresta you will all be in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss. Heaven gained a mighty good angel may Broc RIP.... ~Serena Roa

July 31, 2012

Words can not express the sadness we feel in our hearts for your tragic loss of Broc. Know that your family strength and love of your friends will help you through this painful time.

John and Peaches,
Acampo, California

July 31, 2012

To the Cresta Family
Were are saddened to hear of your untimely loss. He was a great individual, a man, and a great cowboy. He will always be among us. God Bless.
Jim & Norma Johnson

Matthew Graham Tammy Nobles

July 30, 2012

We are sorry to hear of your unimaginable loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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