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Della Mae Welch

Della Mae Welch

Jun 10, 2026

Della Mae Welch

Della Mae Welch peacefully passed away on June 10, 2026 at the age of 78 in Orange County, California. Born on June 15, 1947, in San Diego, California, Della was the daughter of Robert Eugene Peterson (1915-2002) and Tressa Anola Jones (1922-1949). She was preceded in death by her parents, younger sister Brenda (1949-2025), first husband Robert Marshall...

Minoru Akagawa

Minoru Akagawa

Jun 9, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Minoru Akagawa, beloved husband, father and friend, who departed this life on June 9, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on March 10, 1947 in Japan, Minoru's remarkable journey took him from his early life in his homeland to the shores of America, where he found both...

David Ellis Crofton

David Ellis Crofton

Jun 7, 2026

David Ellis Crofton, 87, of Huntington Beach, California, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on April 19, 1939, David lived a life defined by service, dedication, and devotion to those he loved. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1962 to 1968. The values of honor, integrity,...

Howard Dean Staebler

Howard Dean Staebler

Jun 5, 2026

Howard Dean “Uncle Howard” Staebler, 94, of Lake Forest, California, went home to be with the Lord on June 5, 2026, at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center.

He was born on January 13, 1932, in Mason City, Iowa, to Jesse Carlton Staebler and Leona (Wendt) Staebler. When he was five, the family moved to Adams, Minnesota, where he grew up working on...

Gerardo "Jerry" Rocha

Gerardo "Jerry" Rocha

Jun 3, 2026

Jerry RochaSeptember 4, 1977 – June 3, 2026

Jerry Rocha left this world on June 3, 2026, after a five-year battle with stage 4 colorectal cancer so legendary it deserves recognition in the halls of Valhalla, a mention in the Jedi Archives, and its own chapter in the history books of Hyrule. If you got any of those references, you already...

Malcolm Mike Guleserian

Malcolm Mike Guleserian

May 31, 2026

Malcolm Mike Guleserian passed away on May 31, 2026 at the age of 82. His wife of 53 years, Monica Guleserian, predeceased him on December 8, 2025; they had one adopted son Robert L. Guleserian.

Malcolm was a Vietnam Veteran and had 90 units of pre-medical education before he joined the Los Angeles Police Department and later the Huntington Beach Police...

Marjorie Handley-Sutter

Marjorie Handley-Sutter

May 30, 2026

In Loving Memory: Marjorie Handley

November 12, 1929 – May 30, 2026

Marjorie Lou Russell Handley Neville Sutter, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026 in Dana Point, CA, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born in Eagle Grove, Iowa, on November 12, 1929, Marjorie was the daughter of the late Marguerite Moser Russell and...

Wallace "Neal" Dyer

Wallace "Neal" Dyer

May 30, 2026

In Loving Memory of Wallace "Neal" Dyer

October 13, 1938 - May 30, 2026

Huntington Beach, California

Wallace "Neal" Dyer, age 87, passed away peacefully on May 30,2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by honor, integrity, and a lifetime of flight.

Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and raised in Natchez, Mississippi, Neal's lifelong journey of service and skill began in August of 1958 when...

Carolyn Marta Jablon

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...

Nancy Marie Harris

Nancy Marie Harris

May 25, 2026

Nancy Marie Harris

The early morning of May 25th, 2026 seemed to stand still with the passing of our dearly loved Mother, Sister, Aunt, Cousin, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother, Nancy Marie Harris, 87, of San Juan Capistrano. It’s hard to choose the right words to tell the story of her well-lived life, full of family, friends, love, and generosity, and most importantly,...

Ann Patricia Nixon

Ann Patricia Nixon

May 25, 2026

Patricia Ann Nixon, aged 89, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, at her home in Lake Forest, California. Born on September 21, 1936, in Lincolnshire, England, to the late Walter Piggott and the late Evelyn Sargeant Piggott.

Ann grew up in the English countryside. Ann tells the romantic story of being a young 16 year old girl in a dress...

Cecil E. Spearman Jr.

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

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

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...

Donald Victor Hitzfield

Donald Victor Hitzfield

May 20, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that our beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather went home to be with the Lord. He passed away peacefully following a brief illness May 20, 2026.

Donald Victor Hitzfield was born December 31, 1930 to Victor and Bertha Hitzfield of Chicago Illinois. He was the youngest of four children. Two boys, two...

Marilyn Widen

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

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

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

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

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.

Obituaries for O'Connor Mortuary

At O’Connor Mortuary, we understand how meaningful it is to remember and honor a life well lived. Our obituary listings are a place for families and friends to reflect, share memories, and celebrate the legacy of those they love. Each obituary is thoughtfully prepared to acknowledge a life’s story while providing important service details for those wishing to pay their respects.


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