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Carolyn Marta Jablon
May 29, 2026
Carolyn M. Jablon, 84, of San Clemente, California, passed away peacefully at home on May 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving daughters. She was born on July 30, 1941, to Martha and Peter Trovato.
Carolyn was a devoted mother who worked tirelessly to provide for her family. She later found the love of her life in her husband Fred, with whom...
Cecil E. Spearman Jr.
May 23, 2026
Cecil E. Spearman Jr. lived a long, prosperous, and remarkably full life, defined by his devotion to family, his entrepreneurial spirit, and his lifelong passion for tennis.
What began as a dream of club ownership ultimately grew into a thriving family enterprise that continues to flourish today.
Born in Alabama to Cecil and Edith Spearman, both dedicated educators, Cecil was primarily raised...
Elizabeth Ibarra
May 23, 2026
Elizabeth Ibarra, 74, of Diamond Bar, California, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026.
Elizabeth was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose kindness touched everyone around her. She is survived by her children, Michael Vasquez and Monique Arter; her grandson, Michael Amaya; and her great-granddaughter, Gemma Amaya.
Elizabeth dedicated more than 30 years of her career as an administrative assistant,...
Miryam Fatemeh Boskpur
May 22, 2026
Our beloved mother, Miryam Fatemeh, was born on April 21, 1952, into a family of nine children. She was the seventh child, yet she became the light that brightened the lives of everyone around her. With her gentle spirit, quiet grace, and natural kindness, she quickly became the cherished favorite of her family.
Later in life, she met the love of...
Marilyn Widen
May 20, 2026
Marilyn Widen
A Beloved wife, Loving Mother and Grandmother, Sister, and Loyal Friend.
Marilyn was born on April 16, 1939, in Fall River Massachusetts, and died peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 in Laguna Woods, California.
Marilyn graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst obtaining her Master’s Degree in Education. While attending she met beloved husband Don, a commissioned Air Force Second Lieutenant, who...
Phillip Andrew Morris
May 18, 2026
Phillip A. Morris passed away May 18, 2026.
His wife Patti holding his hand and by his side. Phil's parents Allene Lambert and Willard Morris his brother Paul Morris and his daughter Sheri Story all preceded him to enteral life.
Phil leaves behind his wife Patti; his daughter Lisa Leseth, her husband Michael and grandchildren Taylor and wife Amy; Travis and wife...
Irene Ann Belhumeur
May 18, 2026
Irene Ann Belhumeur (née Carrara) passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on June 12, 1929, she lived a long and full life marked by devotion to her family, quiet strength, and an enduring appreciation for beauty, music, and togetherness.
Raised in Providence, Rhode Island, Irene was the daughter of Ann and Giosideo Carrara. Alongside...
Patrick Joseph Shelley
May 18, 2026
Patrick Joseph Shelley – May 7, 1927 – May 18, 2026
Reverand Major (Ret.) Patrick Joseph Shelley, 99 passed away May 18, 2026, at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Irvine California. He was an active member at St Nicholas Catholic Church ever-present at 9am mass until illness took over. Patrick was the eldest of 10 children born in south central Tipperary...
Doris Ann Janess
May 17, 2026
Doris Ann Janess of Laguna Woods, passed away peacefully at 97, May 17, 2026. She was predeceased by her husband Arthur Janess and is survived by her three daughters and one granddaughter.
Final resting place will be Pacific View Memorial Park, Corona Del Mar, CA.
John Robert Morgan
May 15, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of John Robert Morgan on May 15, 2026, at the age of 78. John passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to family, and a sharp sense of humor that never faded.
John was born on November 18, 1947, in Fort Smith,...
Lyle Lee Pardonnet, Jr.
May 15, 2026
Lyle Lee Pardonnet Jr. (Lee) 76, of Dana Point, California, passed away on May 15, 2026. He lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to family, a joyful spirit and unconditional love.
Lee was born on February 3, 1950 and raised in Flushing, Michigan. After college he moved his family to Flagstaff, Arizona before returning to Flint, Michigan. For the...
Thelma Alice Hall-McLaughlin
May 14, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Thelma Alice Hall- McLaughlin
Thelma Alice Hall- McLaughlin was born in Wiggins, Mississippi, to the late Jefferson C. Hall Sr. and Johnnie Lee Hall. She was one of seven children born to their union and was raised in a loving family grounded in faith, education, hard work, and perseverance.
At an early age, Thelma accepted Christ at Pleasant...
Donald Burton Davey
May 11, 2026
Donald “Don” Burton Davey, 98, of San Clemente, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 11, 2026. He was born on December 30, 1927 in Monrovia, California to Edward Alfred Davey and Lorraine Beatrice (Hilliker) Davey.
Don lived a life defined by hard work, ingenuity, dedication and quiet strength. He was a man of deep devotion to family who leaves...
William Cunningham Manes
May 10, 2026
On August 9th, 1931 William Cunningham Manes was welcomed into the world by his parents William Clifford Manes and Clara Mildred Cunningham Manes as well as his big sister Vera. Unfortunately, the family's happiness was short-lived, since Clara passed away when little Bill was only 2 years old. He later told stories of how he struggled with relationships at home...
Christiana Marie Green
May 10, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Christiana Maria Green’s passing on May 10, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on December 10, 1943, in Berlin Germany, Christiana made her way to the United States, where she created a wonderful life in Mission Viejo, California.
Known as a talented real estate broker, Christiana had a knack...
David Arthur Smith
May 9, 2026
David Arthur Smith, age 80, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family after a courageous battle with cancer.
David was born on April 9, 1946, in Aruba, where he was raised and formed lifelong friendships and memories that he cherished throughout his life. He loved sharing stories about growing up on...
David Nelson Jacobson, Sr.
May 9, 2026
David Nelson Jacobson passed away on May 9, 2026, in Mission Viejo, California, at the age of 82.
Born on July 9, 1943, in Milford, Massachusetts, David grew up in a large and loving family before proudly serving in the U.S. Navy. During his service in Vietnam, he earned the National Defense Service Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon, Vietnam Service Medal...
Joseph "Joe" Rybus
May 7, 2026
Joseph "Joe" Rybus passed peacefully on May 7, 2026, after fighting a 3.5-year battle with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. His daughter, Olivia, was by his side during his final week.
A USC graduate who grew up in Los Angeles, Joe lived more life than most people imagine possible. He spent his adult years in Orange County, where he raised his family and...
Mohammad Kazem Khashayar
May 6, 2026
Mohammad Kazem Khashayar, also known as Shahpour, was born on September 5, 1933, to Mousa and Fatemeh. He lost his father at a very young age and was raised primarily by his devoted mother. From an early age, he learned the values of hard work, discipline, and perseverance, always striving to support his family and make the most of every...
Obituaries for O'Connor Mortuary
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