Erla Mae Curtin
Apr 28, 2026
Erla Mae Wolfsen Marley CurtinOctober 3, 1931 – April 28, 2026
Erla passed peacefully in her sleep on April 28, 2026 at the age of 94 in San Clemente, California. She was born on October 3, 1931 in Los Angeles, California to Floyd and Madge Wolfsen. She attended North Hollywood High School, and was a member of Job’s Daughters. Erla graduated...
Heshmatala Abdeho
Apr 27, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a beloved father and devoted husband. He was a man whose kindness touched everyone around him, known for his gentle nature, endless patience, and the warm, beautiful smile he carried through life.
A funeral service will be held at El Toro Memorial Park located at 25752 Trabuco Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Date &...
Carlos Antonio Candelaria
Apr 26, 2026
Carlos Antonio Candelaria, age 56, passed away April 28, 2026 at home in Irvine, California, after a long battle with myxoid liposarcoma (a rare cancer).
He was born March 5, 1970, in the Bronx, NY, a son of Carlos Candelaria-Rivera (of Puerto Rico) and Miriam Felicia Gonzalez-Mota (of the Dominican Republic). He attended Cardinal Hayes High School and Cornell University in...
Mary "Christine" Hanley
Apr 25, 2026
Mary “Christine” Hanley, 59, a Pulitzer Award-Winning Journalist and Federal Investigator of Boise, Idaho, passed away on April 25th in Dana Point California after a courageous 18-month battle with cancer. Her fight ended after one last 8-week cure-seeking road trip that brought her home to the sea, sand, and friends she so loved. She passed peacefully, gazing out upon the...
Andrew Bernard Hoffart
Apr 25, 2026
In Loving Memory of
Andrew (Andy) Bernard HoffartJanuary 24, 1932 to April 25, 2026
Andy was born on a farm in Dilke, Saskatchewan, Canada. A middle child of Andreas Hoffart (who immigrated from Russia) and Agatha Gardner. Growing up on the farm meant ice fishing for pike in the cold winter mornings, taking a wagon to school, sleeping on a straw mattress...
Vivien Dezwart
Apr 22, 2026
Vivien (Hazboun) Dezwart, 68, passed away on April 22, 2026.
She was born on October 29, 1957, in Amman, Jordan, and came to the United States as an infant with her parents, Leila and Shukri (Sam) Hazboun. She was raised in Los Angeles before her family settled in Cypress, California.
Vivien built a life centered around caring for others. She worked as...
Arthur Aguilar
Apr 20, 2026
Arthur AguilarMarch 11, 1964 – April 20, 2026
Arthur Aguilar, born March 11, 1964, in Placentia, California, lived a life defined by hospitality, love, and connection. He had a gift for bringing people together—his home was always open, and he was often the life of the party, making everyone feel welcomed and valued.
Art was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. His...
Alexander Vu Nguyen
Apr 18, 2026
Alexander Vu Nguyen led his life with upstanding character, steadfast beliefs, and a gentle empathy that left a lasting impact on all that came to know him. Born on May 13th 1999, Alex spent his entire life living in Southern California with the constant companionship of his family and friends. He graduated from UC Riverside with a bachelor’s degree in...
Shirley Dion
Apr 17, 2026
Shirley (Woltz) Dion passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, in Mission Viejo, California, at the age of 93½.
Shirley was born in Muskegon, Michigan, and graduated from Muskegon Heights High School. A lifelong learner, she later earned her Real Estate Agent license and became a certified Trust Specialist. Throughout her career, Shirley worked in several fields and was admired for...
Geri Lynne Dickson
Apr 16, 2026
Geri Lynne was the heart of our family—a loving wife, a devoted mother, and a proud grandmother.
As a wife, she was a true partner—loyal, supportive, and full of love through every season of life.
As a mother, she gave everything she had. Showing what kindness, resilience, and unconditional love truly look like.
But one of the roles she cherished most was being...
Russell Edmond Westman
Apr 15, 2026
Russell E Westman, 91 of Laguna Woods CA, passed away April 15th, 2026, at UCI Hospital in Fountain Valley. Born in New Britain CT, son of the late Carl and Getrude Hasselmark Westman, he lived in Southern CA most of his life. Russ was a graduate of New Britain High School and served with the US Navy. He enjoyed a...
Rosemary Ann Sater
Apr 13, 2026
Rosemary Ann Sater was born on Feb 10, 1932 to Edwin Sigvald Sater and Dorothy Alice (Machomich) Sater in Minneapolis, MN. She died April 13th, 2026 at home. Her last 2 years she had 24-hour care.
During her lifetime she lived in South Pasadena, Los Angeles, San Clemente and Laguna Woods, CA.
She continued her education with degrees in Interior Design and...
Michael Joseph Craig
Apr 11, 2026
Michael Joseph CraigJanuary 10, 1954 – April 11, 2026
Michael Joseph Craig, 72, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026, in Mission Viejo, California. Born on January 10, 1956, in Butte, Montana, he was the son of Margaret Harris Craig and Anthony Joseph Craig.
Mike was the youngest of seven siblings: Tony and Hugh (identical twins), Patrick, Suellen, Mary Kathleen, and Katie....
