Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Donna Lee Gough

Donna Lee Gough

Apr 2, 2026

Donna Lee (Anderson) Gough

Donna Gough, who was called “Mom” by her kids, departed her caring family on April 2, 2026 just short of her 91st birthday.

Donna was born in Nebraska on April 24, 1935 to Catherine and Alvin Anderson

She was mother to Gary, Karen, and Roger. She raised her children in Orange, CA with her husband Lawrence Gough.

Donna received bachelor’s...

Cyrus Behrostaghi

Cyrus Behrostaghi

Mar 31, 2026

“Never dies the one whose heart lives in love—

Our eternity is written in the book of the world.”

Regina Marie Wood

Regina Marie Wood

Mar 20, 2026

Regina Marie (Montes) Wood, 65, of Rancho Santa Margarita, passed away on March 20, 2026.

Regina was born on October 1, 1960, in Bakersfield, California, to Frances and Victor Montes.

Regina spent her early childhood in Bakersfield before relocating with her mother and three sisters to Santa Ana at the age of 10. She later...

Josefina Lozano

Josefina Lozano

Mar 20, 2026

Josefina Lozano was born on June 20, 1933, in the town of Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, Mexico, to loving parents Rafael Camarena and Soledad Cortez- Camarena. Josefina is lovingly remembered by her children, Arcelia, Victor, David and Daniel, and by her grandchildren — Allison, Jessica, Shannon, Viktor, Donata, David, Monique, Daniel, Areanna and Breanna, as well as her 12 great grandchildren....

Margaret Mary Reilly-Petrone

Margaret Mary Reilly-Petrone

Mar 20, 2026

Margaret Reilly-Petrone (Sister Margaret Mary, IHM) died on March 20, 2026 in Dove Canyon, California. She was born on February 9, 1929 to James Patrick Reilly and Mary Burns Reilly in Los Angeles. Margaret attended Immaculate Heart of Mary grammar school in Hollywood and Immaculate Heart High School. After a year of college at Immaculate Heart College, she entered...

Judith Ann Putnam

Judith Ann Putnam

Mar 18, 2026

Judith (Judy) Ann Putnam (née Clark), of Irvine, passed away peacefully at home on March 18, 2026, at the age of 78, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Judy was born on July 24,1947 in Glendale, California to Vivian and Otha (Bud) Clark, the third of four children. She spent her childhood and most of her...

Jeanne Marie D'Emidio

Jeanne Marie D'Emidio

Mar 17, 2026

Jeanne Marie D'Emidio passed away on March 17, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 7, 1933 in Dickson City, PA to Josephine Marshalek. As a young child, she was adopted by Walter Gerlock and raised in Scranton, PA. She graduated from Technical High School in Scranton, then received her Registered Nursing (RN) Degree from Temple...

Hue Thi Dinh

Hue Thi Dinh

Mar 17, 2026

Bà Maria Đinh Thị Huệ sinh ngày 25 tháng 1 năm 1935 tại Phú Nhai, Bùi Chu. Bà sinh trưởng trong một gia đình công giáo gồm 5 người con: 4 gái và 1 trai. Bà là con thứ 3 trong gia đình.  Hiện Bà chỉ còn lại người em gái đang sinh sống tại quận Cam.

Năm 16 tuổi bà...

Jamesine Mary "Jamie" Zarbock

Jamesine Mary "Jamie" Zarbock

Mar 16, 2026

Jamesine "Jamie" Zarbock, 64, of San Juan Capistrano, California passed away on March 16, 2026, in Mission Viejo, California.

She was born in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, where she attended St. Richard's school. During her youth she participated on a community soccer team, enjoyed bicycle riding, childhood camping trips and family vacations. She found comfort in summer afternoons spent in the backyard,...

Winifred Annette Kelly

Winifred Annette Kelly

Mar 13, 2026

Winifred L. Kelly 1919 to 2026

Winifred Annette (Lundy) Kelly passed away on March 13, 2026, at age106 at her home in San Juan Capistrano, California. She was born on October 24, 1919, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and she was the beloved daughter of Daniel and Nettie Lundy.

Winifred had two older brothers, Daniel and Robert...

Angelina Ann Florio

Angelina Ann Florio

Mar 13, 2026

 Funeral Mass

Tuesday, April 7  th  – 10:30am

 St. Kilian Catholic Church 

26872 Estanciero Drive

Mission Viejo, CA 92691

(949) 586-4440

 Reception

Tuesday, April 7  th  – 11:30am-1:30pm

 St. Kilian Catholic Church 

26872 Estanciero Drive

Mission Viejo, CA 92691

(949) 586-4440

  Private Burial  

Hannelore B Weyermann

Hannelore B Weyermann

Mar 12, 2026

  Please view Hannelore's video tribute at   Hannelore Berta Weyermann – Life to Motion Video Tribute 

 Hannelore B. Weyermann, a beloved family member, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, in Orange County, California. Born on January 13, 1938, in Wesermünde, Germany, she was the daughter of Karl and Johanne Mausehund. In 1956, she married Rolf Hermann Peter Weyermann in Bremerhaven, Germany. Their...

Richard John Kroll

Richard John Kroll

Mar 8, 2026

Richard John Kroll lived a life guided by faith, animated by a spirit of adventure, and devoted above all to family. A proud patriot, accomplished attorney, and lifelong aviator at heart, he approached the world with curiosity, conviction, and compassion.

Born March 10, 1940, in Flint, Michigan, Richard passed away on March 8, 2026, just two days...

Samir Faraj Khalaf

Samir Faraj Khalaf

Mar 7, 2026

Samir Faraj Khalaf, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026, just one day shy of his 88th birthday. Born on March 8, 1938, in Baghdad, Iraq, Samir lived a life defined by resilience, generosity, and devotion to his family and community.

In Baghdad, Samir attended medical school for three years before...

Linda Rae Perez

Linda Rae Perez

Mar 6, 2026

Linda Perez, beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully at her home in Mission Viejo on March 6, 2026 with her husband, Ruben by her sid e .

Born on June 9, 1959, in Ohio, Linda's family moved to Orange County, California, when she was just two months old, and she would remain in Orange County...

Mark Henry Shaheen

Mark Henry Shaheen

Mar 5, 2026

Mark Henry Shaheen, age 37, of Laguna Hills, California, passed away on March 5, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.

He passed away in the hospital after facing complications with an infection in his lungs. Born with cystic fibrosis, he navigated lifelong health challenges, but was blessed with a double lung transplant in 2024; a gift that brought...

Donna Maria Engler

Donna Maria Engler

Mar 4, 2026

Donna Maria Engler

Donna Maria Engler, born on February 19, 1951, went home to the house of the Lord on March 4, 2026. She leaves behind a legacy defined by a kind heart and a deep commitment to the people she held close.

Donna was a woman of unwavering faith, strength and compassion. She had...

Joseph Casey Fitzgerald

Joseph Casey Fitzgerald

Mar 3, 2026

Joseph Casey Fitzgerald

Joseph Casey Fitzgerald, age 92, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026, in Laguna Niguel, California, surrounded by his wife and family. Joe was born in Lockport, Illinois on August 12, 1933, to Joseph & Nell Fitzgerald and was the 2 nd of four boys (Jim, Denis and Chuck).

He lived in...

Amy Marie Ladwig

Amy Marie Ladwig

Mar 2, 2026

Amy Marie Ladwig (nee Ashyk), age 67, peacefully entered eternal rest on March 2, 2026 at Providence Mission Hospital, Mission Viejo, CA. Although her physical body gave out, her spirit remained a tower of strength, anchored by her faith. Amy had a captivating smile, huge heart and relentless optimism.

Amy was born in Elyria, OH to Stanley and Mary Lou Ashyk....

Brayden R Krenek

Brayden R Krenek

Mar 2, 2026

In Celebration of Brayden R Krenek: Architect of Worlds and Gentle Giant

Brayden, a warm and loving soul whose imagination knew no bounds, has passed away, leaving a deafening silence in the home he filled with life. Known for his gentle nature and his long and skinny stature, Brayden was a young man who literally and figuratively...

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.


We are honored to serve families throughout Laguna Woods, Mission Viejo, and Laguna Niguel, California, offering compassionate support during one of life’s most difficult moments. Whether you are looking for service information, wish to leave a message of condolence, or are remembering someone close to your heart, we hope this space offers comfort and connection.

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