Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

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Robert R. Cardoza

Robert R. Cardoza

Jul 18, 2020

Robert R. "Bob" Cardoza, 82, of San Juan Capistrano, California, passed away after a long battle with cancer on July 18, 2020, at his home with his family at his side.

Bob was born in East Los Angeles, California on August 9, 1937, son of the late Robert S. Cardoza and Frances Cruz. He spent his childhood...

Tien Bac Dinh

Tien Bac Dinh

Jul 17, 2020

Tien Bac Dinh lives in Lake Forest California, passed away at the age of 93. Born on July 13, 1927 and passed away on July 17, 2020.

Edith M. Bowman

Edith M. Bowman

Jul 17, 2020

Edith Markowitz Bowman was born in Philadelphia, PA on July 4, 1920 to Minnie and Louis Markowitz.  When she was a small child, the family which included her sister Alice, moved to Inglewood, CA.  Her father and uncle started the clothing and accessory stores called Marbros.

Edith attended Inglewood public schools and upon graduating Inglewood High School,...

Teresita “Tessie” Cortez Planta

Teresita “Tessie” Cortez Planta

Jul 17, 2020

Teresita "Tessie" Cortez Planta lives in Rancho Santa Margarita California, passed away at the age of 71. Born on February 26, 1949 and passed away on July 17, 2020.

Peter Andrew Scott

Peter Andrew Scott

Jul 17, 2020

Peter Andrew Scott, 68, passed away on July 17, 2020 in Irvine, CA.

Peter was born in Weymouth, MA and moved to Ohio with his family at the age of twelve. He had resided in Irvine, CA since 1988.

After Peter received his bachelors in mathematics from Carnegie Mellon and his masters in mathematics from...

Ronald Lee Hunter

Ronald Lee Hunter

Jul 17, 2020

Ronald Lee Hunter lives in Rancho Santa Margarita California, passed away at the age of 61. Born on October 06, 1958 and passed away on July 17, 2020.

Christopher West Fickling

Christopher West Fickling

Jul 14, 2020

Christopher West Fickling lives in Anaheim California, passed away at the age of 62. Born on October 16, 1957 and passed away on July 14, 2020.

Ruben Hernandez Lopez

Ruben Hernandez Lopez

Jul 11, 2020

Ruben Hernandez Lopez lives in , passed away at the age of 83. Born on August 04, 1936 and passed away on July 11, 2020.

James Somberg

James Somberg

Jul 9, 2020

James Somberg lives in , passed away at the age of 83. Born on June 10, 1937 and passed away on July 09, 2020.

Fatima Shabibi Ginther

Fatima Shabibi Ginther

Jul 8, 2020

Fatima Shabibi Ginther lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 76. Born on November 13, 1943 and passed away on July 08, 2020.

Jorge Ramirez Valerio

Jorge Ramirez Valerio

Jul 8, 2020

Jorge Ramirez Valerio lives in , passed away at the age of 70. Born on June 08, 1950 and passed away on July 08, 2020.

Catherine & Edward Kligman

Catherine & Edward Kligman

Jul 7, 2020

Catherine & Edward Kligman lives in Laguna Woods California and passed away on July 07, 2020.

Francisco L. Acevedo

Francisco L. Acevedo

Jul 5, 2020

**** KINDLY NOTE: Due to the current health and social climate, the family prefers to hold an intimate gathering at the mortuary. For those wishing to view the service live, a webcasting will be available through invitation only – please contact Hernan Acevedo for details.*****

Following sixty-nine God-given years, Francisco Luis Acevedo died...

Ruth Fannabel Hobbs

Ruth Fannabel Hobbs

Jul 4, 2020

Ruth Fannabel Hobbs lives in Mission Viejo California, passed away at the age of 93. Born on October 14, 1926 and passed away on July 04, 2020.

Patricia Anderson Tozzer

Patricia Anderson Tozzer

Jul 4, 2020

Patricia Anderson Tozzer lives in Mission Viejo California, passed away at the age of 90. Born on September 03, 1929 and passed away on July 04, 2020.

John Von Der Ahe

John Von Der Ahe

Jul 2, 2020

John Von Der Ahe lives in , passed away at the age of 15. Born on October 28, 2004 and passed away on July 02, 2020.

Jim Maurer

Jim Maurer

Jul 1, 2020

Jim Maurer lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 86. Born on April 18, 1934 and passed away on July 01, 2020.

Dolores M. Harris

Dolores M. Harris

Jun 29, 2020

After gradually disappearing to Alzheimer's Disease for the last 8 excruciating years, Dolores Harris's beautiful soul is finally free.

Dolores Harris was dynamic, vibrant, and vivacious. She was young all her life. Dolores was full of love, generosity, beauty, excitement, intelligence, humor and passion. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and friend.

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Gary Thomas Maccleverty

Gary Thomas Maccleverty

Jun 28, 2020

Gary Thomas MacCleverty, 67, of Aliso Viejo, California, beloved husband, father and grandfather, died on June 28, 2020. He passed away peacefully holding the hands of his beloved wife Kathleen and his sister, Gail. He was born on September 10, 1952 in Buffalo, New York to E. Joan and Edgar MacCleverty.

Gary moved to California in 1978...

Gonzalo Beltran Garcia

Gonzalo Beltran Garcia

Jun 28, 2020

Gonzalo Beltran Garcia lives in Capistrano Beach California, passed away at the age of 87. Born on January 07, 1933 and passed away on June 28, 2020.

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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