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BJ Chammas

BJ Chammas

Oct 3, 2026

BJ was born on June 28, 1935, in North Carolina, and she carried that Southern warmth with her everywhere she went. Her love for God as a Southern Baptist shone brightly in her life, and her voice, which could soften even the hardest of days, was a gift to all who had the pleasure of hearing it. With a smile...

Chanderkanta "Kanta" Lamba

Chanderkanta "Kanta" Lamba

Sep 30, 2026

In Loving Memory of Chanderkanta “Kanta” Lamba. Passed away September 30, 2026

With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of Chanderkanta Lamba, known by her preferred name, Kanta. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and a spirited presence in the communities she called home.

Kanta was born in Bahadurgarh, Haryana, India, into an aristocratic Zaildaar family, to...

Rick Phillips

Rick Phillips

Sep 30, 2026

Rick was born on July 26, 1944, in Mason City, Iowa. 

He spent his high school years in Cortez, Colorado where he earned his varsity letter in three sports: football (playing center at only 150 lbs.), wrestling and a middle-distance runner in track and field. Rick graduated from Biola College and went on to earn a master’s degree in education from...

Andrew Laurence Scott

Andrew Laurence Scott

Sep 29, 2026

Andrew Laurence Scott

December 17, 1948 – September 29, 2026

Andrew Laurence Scott, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026, at 7:29 p.m., surrounded by his family and enveloped in love. He was 77 years old.

Born on December 17, 1948, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Andy spent his early years in the Midwest before moving with...

Alice Raquel Profeta

Alice Raquel Profeta

Sep 29, 2026

Raquel Alicia Torres Profeta (Alice), 90, of Mission Viejo, California, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on September 29, 2026. Alice was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.

Alice was born in New Jersey, February 7, 1936. She lived in New York until she moved to Bakersfield, California in 1960, where she raised three children with her husband, Bill....

David James Brown

David James Brown

Sep 28, 2026



David James (DJ) Brown

David James Brown, 79, of Laguna Beach, California passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, David was a devoted husband and loyal friend.

Born on December 4, 1946, in Erie, Pennsylvania to the late Warner Frank and Esther Montague (Smithdeal) Brown, he was raised in Erie where he graduated from Strong Vincent High School in 1965. In...

Bruce MacVicar

Bruce MacVicar

Sep 27, 2026

Bruce MacVicar was a devout Catholic, beloved husband, cherished friend, proud veteran and a man whose generosity and kindness touched many lives.

Bruce earned a degree in Sociology from UC Santa Barbara and later served in the United States Coast Guard during the Vietnam War. These experiences helped shape a life dedicated to serving others…a commitment that remained with him throughout...

Daniel Patrick Kearney

Daniel Patrick Kearney

Sep 23, 2026

Daniel “Dan” Kearney went to heaven on September 23, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. A devoted husband and father, Dan was also a loyal friend, dedicated coach, selfless volunteer and the best dog daddy ever to his Bernedoodle “Steeler.”

Dan was born in Pittsburgh, PA on September 14, 1970 to John and Donna (Tosic) Kearney. The middle son of...

James Lynn Bartz

James Lynn Bartz

Sep 20, 2026

James Lynn Bartz (“Jim”) passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026, at the age of 89, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of family, service, scholarship, and an enduring curiosity about the past.

Born in Texas on January 27, 1937, Jim grew up in El Paso alongside his brother, Albert. The two spent part of their childhood at St. Mary’s boarding school...

Twyla Kay Zerwas

Twyla Kay Zerwas

Sep 20, 2026

Twyla Kay Zerwas, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and educator, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026, at the age of 82 in Laguna Niguel, California. Born on May 28, 1944, in Illinois, Twyla was a beacon of compassion and selflessness throughout her life.

Twyla's career spanned years as a dedicated registered nurse before she found her true calling as a...

Brian Warren Olson

Brian Warren Olson

Sep 19, 2026

February 2, 1989 – September 19, 2026

Beloved husband, father, son and son-in-law, brother and brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many passed suddenly while participating in a 30-mile paddle board fundraiser from Avalon to Newport Beach. Brian was born in Pasadena, attended Loyola High School and then USC where he graduated with a degree in international relations. Following graduation, he moved...

Ana Karina Orosco Martinez

Ana Karina Orosco Martinez

Sep 18, 2026

Ana Karina Orosco Martinez

November 28, 1989 – September 18, 2026

Ana Karina Orosco Martinez, 36, passed away on September 18, 2026. She was a beloved daughter, sister, friend, and loving mother to her four-legged daughter, Camila.

Her life was filled with love, strength, and compassion.

Ana was intelligent, resilient, brave, adventurous, and hardworking. She was everyone’s biggest supporter and always made sure the...

Carolyn Mary Zaremba-Campbell

Carolyn Mary Zaremba-Campbell

Sep 14, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carolyn Mary Zaremba-Campbell, who left us peacefully on September 14, 2026, just days shy of her 79th birthday. Born on September 20, 1947, in New Jersey, Carolyn lived a life defined by kindness, warmth, and compassion, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her....

Emma Morales

Emma Morales

Sep 13, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Emma Morales, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, and mother, who departed this life on September 13, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on April 17, 1936, in Mexico City, Emma embodied the spirit of resilience and kindness throughout her life.

Emma’s journey was not without its challenges. She bravely battled breast cancer...

Nancy Irene McHugh

Nancy Irene McHugh

Sep 13, 2026

Nancy Irene McHugh

1941 – 2026

Nancy Irene McHugh, 85, of Mission Viejo, California, passed away on September 13, 2026.

Nancy was born and raised in Dearborn, Michigan. She was a hardworking legal secretary, a devoted homemaker, a loving mother and wife, and, without much question, the boss of the McHugh family.

Nancy shared her life with her beloved husband, (Bud) Marvin Page McHugh....

Obituaries for O'Connor Mortuary

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