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Wilfred Paul Deschenes

Wilfred Paul Deschenes

Apr 29, 2020

Wilfred "Will" Paul Deschenes passed away peacefully on April 29, 2020 in Laguna Niguel, CA at the age of 95.

Will is survived by his wife, Edna; children, Mary Sayetta (Eddie) of Charleston, SC, Anne Deschenes of San Jose, CA, and Tracy Perlongo (Michael) of Aliso Viejo, CA, grandchildren, Joseph Perlongo, Lauren Sayetta and Christopher Sayetta. He is preceded in death...

Zachary James Carroll

Zachary James Carroll

Apr 27, 2020

Zak James Carroll

Zak was a beacon of light, radiating warmth and love to all who met him. Constantly encouraging friends and family to be a better version of themselves no matter what circumstances, Zak's vibrant personality far surpassed the inner demons only he knew intimately. With an impish sense of humor and a wry...

Joseph Cyril Bellezzo

Joseph Cyril Bellezzo

Apr 27, 2020

On Monday, April 27, 2020, Joseph C. Bellezzo beloved father and grandfather, passed away at the age of 80 years old. Joe was born in Illinois to Joseph and Anne Bellezzo.

He and his wife Jeanne raised their three children in Poway, California where Joe owned and operated an insurance agency. He retired young and enjoyed traveling...

James Robert Macfarlane Jr.

James Robert Macfarlane Jr.

Apr 27, 2020

James R. MacFarlane (Jim), 69, known by family and friends as "Sandy", passed away peacefully at home from natural causes in Irvine, CA on Monday, April 27, 2020, with his daughter by his side.

Jim was born in Detroit, MI on January 19, 1951, to Bob and Mary MacFarlane (both deceased). He grew up in Detroit with...

Christian Zamora

Christian Zamora

Apr 25, 2020

Christian Zamora lives in San Clemente California, passed away at the age of 47. Born on July 10, 1972 and passed away on April 25, 2020.

Janet Elizabeth Newberry

Janet Elizabeth Newberry

Apr 24, 2020

Janet Newberry 1931 – 2020

Janet was born on June 9, 1931 and passed away on April 24, 2020. Janet was married to Donald L. Newberry for forty-nine years. She is survived by her daughter Cheryl La Masney and son in law Bob La Masney, her two sons Don Newberry and Scott Newberry,...

Darin David Novak

Darin David Novak

Apr 22, 2020

Darin David Novak

Darin David Novak, 49, of Laguna Niguel, CA, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 in Dana Point, CA. The beautiful ocean and beaches brought him to Orange County, where he was a resident for many years.

He was in the field of Security Protection for the past twenty-nine years....

Kyle Michael Morey

Kyle Michael Morey

Apr 21, 2020

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Kyle Michael Morey, age 27, died in Orange County after a long battle with drug addiction. Kyle lived in Santa Clarita for most of his life. He is survived by his mother, Tina of Dana Point, his father Steve who currently resides in Thailand, his younger brother Nick of Santa Clarita, his maternal...

Joyce C. Shewman

Joyce C. Shewman

Apr 21, 2020

Joyce C. Shewman lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 90. Born on December 31, 1929 and passed away on April 21, 2020.

William Donald Trudgeon

William Donald Trudgeon

Apr 17, 2020

William Donald Trudgeon lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 64. Born on August 16, 1955 and passed away on April 17, 2020.

John Wesley Fowler

John Wesley Fowler

Apr 17, 2020

CAPT John Wesley Fowler, USN (Ret), loving husband of Emily (Sunny) Elliott passed away on April 17, 2020. John was born in Lancaster, Ohio on December 14, 1928 to Wesley Royal and Mary Ester Fowler. In 1934, along with his sister Dorothy Ann, they moved to Southern California, finally settling in Balboa.  With a beach for a front yard,...

Kenneth Francis Caley Jr.

Kenneth Francis Caley Jr.

Apr 15, 2020

Kenneth Francis Caley Jr. lives in San Clemente CA, passed away at the age of 59. Born on June 27, 1960 and passed away on April 15, 2020.

Charles Patrick Popovich

Charles Patrick Popovich

Apr 14, 2020

Charles Patrick Popovich July 27, 1948 to April 14, 2020

Charles Patrick Popovich passed away on Tuesday, April 14 at 9 pm after a long bout with cancer.  He was surrounded by his loving family in his final days.  He passed peacefully, listening to some of his favorite music, with his children by...

Leo Paul Kearney

Leo Paul Kearney

Apr 14, 2020

Leo Paul Kearney lives in Laguna Niguel CA, passed away at the age of 90. Born on February 23, 1930 and passed away on April 14, 2020.

Joyce Yvonne Rissling

Joyce Yvonne Rissling

Apr 12, 2020

Joyce Yvonne Rissling, 79, of Laguna Woods, California, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Easter morning April 12, 2020. She was born January 27, 1941 to parents Harold Hallmark and Jeanne Beaupréin Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Joyce graduated from St. Anthony's High School in Long Beach, CA in 1959 and received her B.S. in Medical Technology from Immaculate Heart...

Arie Willem Doelitzsch

Arie Willem Doelitzsch

Apr 12, 2020

Arie Willem Doelitzsch lives in Laguna Hills CA, passed away at the age of 83. Born on December 17, 1936 and passed away on April 12, 2020.

Sandra Kaye Campbell

Sandra Kaye Campbell

Apr 12, 2020

Sandra Kaye Campbell lives in Foothill Ranch CA, passed away at the age of 65. Born on May 22, 1954 and passed away on April 12, 2020.

Jack Charles Hirsh

Jack Charles Hirsh

Apr 11, 2020

Jack Charles Hirsh

On April 11, 2020, beloved son and brother Jack Charles Hirsh passed away at the young age of 18 after a long and courageous battle against bone cancer.

Jack was born in Newport Beach, CA on December 7, 2001 and lived in San Clemente, CA his entire life.

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Robert D. Lawler Jr.

Robert D. Lawler Jr.

Apr 9, 2020

On Thursday, April 9, 2020, Robert D. Lawler (Bob), loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away at age 56.

Bob was born on December 22, 1963, in Chicago, IL to Robert and Mary Lou (Fitzpatrick) Lawler. Bob was 12 years old, when his family relocated to Hattiesburg, MS. After Bob graduated from high school, he joined the...

Kerford Craig Singleton

Kerford Craig Singleton

Apr 8, 2020

Kerford Craig Singleton was born on May 31 st 1964 to the proud parents Eleanor and Willard.  Craig lived a simple but flourishing life and was a man truly dedicated to his family. On April 8, 2020 Craig was called to his heavenly home after losing his battle with cancer.

Craig is survived by...

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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