Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Ricardo Antonio Vivas

Ricardo Antonio Vivas

Apr 8, 2020

In Loving Memory of Ricardo (Ricky) A. Vivas Dec. 02, 1959 – Apr. 8, 2020

Ricky Vivas, age 60, passed away peacefully, after a long battle with pancreatic cancer, on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at his own home in Laguna Niguel, California, as he wished. Ricky was born December 2, 1959 in Lima,...

Angelito V. Ner

Angelito V. Ner

Apr 7, 2020

Angelito V. Ner lives in Corona CA, passed away at the age of 74. Born on April 24, 1945 and passed away on April 07, 2020.

Eldon Hubert Thies

Eldon Hubert Thies

Apr 6, 2020

In Loving Memory of Eldon (Don) H. Thies Nov. 13, 1933 – Apr. 6, 2020

Don was beloved by many and known especially for his faith and humor, which played out throughout his life as a Pilot, Pharmaceutical salesman and Pastor.

Don grew up in Reedsburg, Wisconsin and graduated from the University of...

Frances Patricia Petrone

Frances Patricia Petrone

Apr 5, 2020

Frances Pat Petrone, 90, of Mission Viejo, California on April 5, 2020, from end-stage kidney failure.

Mom was born on November 17, 1929, in the Bronx, New York to the parents of, the late Eileen and Francis Collado. Beloved wife of the late John J. Petrone, beloved mother of Patti E. Migliori, Robert E. Petrone, the late...

Myrtice Diane Hellam

Myrtice Diane Hellam

Apr 5, 2020

Myrtice Diane Hellam August 20, 1933 – April 5, 2020

A native of Sacramento, California born to Fred and Margaret Sage. She was one of three daughters and was preceded in death by her husband Richard, her parents and her sister Barbara.

Myrtice passed away peacefully in her home at the...

Eugene “Gene” Reames

Eugene “Gene” Reames

Apr 5, 2020

On Sunday, April 5, 2020 our beloved father, grandfather, and brother, Eugene (Gene) Reames, passed away at age 71. He is survived by his 3 children, Jennifer Clarke, Heather Kiffe, Eric Reames; 4 grandchildren Matthew, William, Vincent and Henry; his 3 brothers, Jim, Bill and Darryl; his sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.

Gene was born September 13, 1948...

Anton Najib Haddoub

Anton Najib Haddoub

Apr 5, 2020

Anton Najib Haddoub went to be with Our Lord on April 5, 2020 at his home in Lake Forest, California, surrounded by his wife, daughters and son-in-law.

Anton was born on March 17, 1934 in Jaffa, Palestine to Najib Haddoub and Eugenie Halabi. The youngest son with five sisters (D).

Anton attended Terra Santa school...

Sam Duc Nguyen

Sam Duc Nguyen

Apr 4, 2020

My earliest memories of my grandfather, Nguyá»…n Đức Sâm, were of the things he didn’t want me to see. He was never the biggest man. But I remember my grandfather ” “Sam,” or just “Ông”” was a strong man. I would watch him spend time in the garage with his weights, sporting his white tank tops, tracksuit...

Richard T. Normandin

Richard T. Normandin

Apr 4, 2020

Richard Normandin September 19, 1956 – April 4, 2020

Richard Normandin, 63, beloved Father, Brother and Grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on April 4, 2020. He was born on September 19, 1956 in Los Angeles, CA to parents George and Madeleine Normandin.

He is survived by his daughter...

Sharon Eileen Horton

Sharon Eileen Horton

Apr 3, 2020

Sharon Eileen Horton lives in San Clemente CA, passed away at the age of 54. Born on February 14, 1966 and passed away on April 03, 2020.

Charles Herman Schwab

Charles Herman Schwab

Apr 3, 2020

Charles Herman Schwab

Charles Herman Schwab passed away peacefully on April 3rd, 2020 at the age of 91. Charles was at home surrounded by his children. Charles was born in Camden, New Jersey on September 27th, 1928. He met his wife, Hazel, when they were in their teens. They married in 1951 and lived on...

Evangeline A. Vitug

Evangeline A. Vitug

Apr 1, 2020

EVANGELINE A. VITUG

On April 1, Wednesday, 8:15 pm, Evangeline (Lane) Vitug, loving wife of Manolito (Lito) passed away at the age of 85 after a courageous battle with heart failure.

Lane was born in Manila, Philippines to loving parents Benigno and Josefa Aldana on June 21, 1934, and was one of five...

Hector Castillo-Arce

Hector Castillo-Arce

Apr 1, 2020

Hector Castillo-Arce lives in San Juan Capistrano CA, passed away at the age of 57. Born on September 13, 1962 and passed away on April 01, 2020.

Josefina Cramer

Josefina Cramer

Apr 1, 2020

Josefina Cramer lives in Irvine CA, passed away at the age of 76. Born on April 08, 1943 and passed away on April 01, 2020.

Jean F. Stevens

Jean F. Stevens

Mar 30, 2020

Jean F. Stevens lives in , passed away at the age of 94. Born on March 04, 1926 and passed away on March 30, 2020.

Vinh Q. Pham

Vinh Q. Pham

Mar 28, 2020

In Loving Memory of Vinh Q. Pham

Vinh Q. Pham passed away on March 28, 2020 surrounded by his family at home in Trabuco Canyon, California, after a valiant battle against esophageal cancer, though his diagnosis did not define the nearly 64 years he spent as a loving husband and father, and devoted son and...

Virginia “Ginny” Elizabeth Siegfried

Virginia “Ginny” Elizabeth Siegfried

Mar 27, 2020

Born in Hecktown, PA on 29 November 1930, she was pre-deceased by her husband Donald W. (April 25, 1929-March 4, 2014); parents Albert Dieter & Dama I. (Laubach) (Dieter) Hartzell (widow of Paul T. Hartzell); brother Donald Franklin Dieter and step-brothers Donald Hartzell and Richard Hartzell.

Ginny was a charter member of the UCC Church of the...

Bettie Mae Wagner

Bettie Mae Wagner

Mar 27, 2020

Mom was born in Sweetwater, TX, in 1929.  So she grew up during the Depression, and then World War II. She endured so much, and grew stronger in spite of the hardships.  Bettie was small in stature, but had a huge heart and a feisty strong character.  People would call her “Little Bit” and “BB”, because those were her...

Dr. Ekram Kamel Elzik

Dr. Ekram Kamel Elzik

Mar 27, 2020

Dr. Ekram Kamel Elzik

Dr. Ekram Kamel Elzik passed away peacefully from this earth at 1:28am with his beloved and devoted wife of 42 years, Marline Elzik by his side on 3/27/2020 and is now home with our Lord Jesus Christ. He is survived by his wife, Marline Elzik, his son Dr. Mark Elzik, and...

Waldtraut Bracken

Waldtraut Bracken

Mar 27, 2020

On Friday, March 27, 2020, Waldtraut (Trudy) Bracken, our loving mother, passed away at the age of 92.

Trudy was born on January 2, 1928 in Potsdam, Germany to Wilhelm and Emily Ruediger. She grew up amid the turmoil of WWII. It was at the end of the war that she met and later married Richard Bracken,...

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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