Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Shari Lynn Dean

Shari Lynn Dean

Dec 28, 2019

Shari Lynn Dean lives in , passed away at the age of 84. Born on December 23, 1935 and passed away on December 28, 2019.

Richard Hyatt Norwood

Richard Hyatt Norwood

Dec 28, 2019

Richard Hyatt Norwood Jr., 76, of Pasadena, California passed away December 28, 2019 at his home in Laguna Niguel. He was born on June 18, 1943 to Richard Norwood Sr. and Pauline Norwood. On June 26th, 1971 he married Lyn Norwood.

In high school Richard was an exceptional gymnast. In 1961 Richard joined the army and earned...

Theodore Georgious

Theodore Georgious

Dec 27, 2019

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in honor of Theodore Georgious to St. Basil’s Greek Orthodox Church.

Funeral service will be at St. Basil Greek Orthodox Church on December 31, at 10:00am, https://www.stbasiloc.org A graveside service will follow at 2:00pm at El Toro Memorial Park.

Melty John Harris

Melty John Harris

Dec 26, 2019

Melty John Harris lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 93. Born on July 05, 1926 and passed away on December 26, 2019.

Ronald Dominic Fisher

Ronald Dominic Fisher

Dec 26, 2019

Ronald Dominic Fisher lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 84. Born on November 03, 1935 and passed away on December 26, 2019.

Zhanna Rotar

Zhanna Rotar

Dec 25, 2019

Zhanna Rotar lives in , passed away at the age of 39. Born on August 02, 1980 and passed away on December 25, 2019.

Dorothy Perry Pitta

Dorothy Perry Pitta

Dec 24, 2019

Dorothy Perry Pitta lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 93. Born on August 16, 1926 and passed away on December 24, 2019.

James “Jim” Sykes

James “Jim” Sykes

Dec 24, 2019

JTS Memorial Biography

Jim Sykes began his national service in his 20s as one of the 12 Americans whom President John F. Kennedy appointed to help form the Peace Corps. A decade later, then President-elect Jimmy Carter asked Jim to join him in the White House to advise him regularly on Aging policy, but Jim...

Miao Na Lee, Aka Mia Lee

Miao Na Lee, Aka Mia Lee

Dec 24, 2019

Lee, Mia Na, 69 of Irvine, California passed away peacefully on December 24, 2019.  She was born in Tai-Nan, Taiwan, the first child to Lee, Wu Kwai and Cheng, Ying Ying on April 29, 1950.

Mia moved to the United States in 1974. She attended Cal State Fullerton and received her Bachelor of Arts degree in 1978....

Elizabeth Agnes Mcgrody

Elizabeth Agnes Mcgrody

Dec 22, 2019

Elizabeth Agnes McGrody lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 96. Born on October 27, 1923 and passed away on December 22, 2019.

Louise Ann Koch

Louise Ann Koch

Dec 22, 2019

Louise Ann Koch passed away December 21 st 2019. She is survived by her husband Timothy, two daughters Michele Diggs and Kristina Koch, their husbands and two grandchildren. Louise celebrated life by learning all she could. Wood worker, painter, master gardener, she left her mark on the world and is celebrated in the hearts of those she touched.

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Julia Francis Moore

Julia Francis Moore

Dec 21, 2019

Julia (Julie) Francis Moore was born Julia Francis Leach in Seminole, Oklahoma on September 19 th , 1931 and passed peacefully in the arms of Jesus on December 21, 2019.  She was the eldest of six children and the only girl (Billy, Harold, Jerry, Larry and Roger).  She was a great help to her parents, first on the farm...

Jack Russell Tyler

Jack Russell Tyler

Dec 21, 2019

Jack Russell Tyler lives in Dana Point CA, passed away at the age of 89. Born on October 22, 1930 and passed away on December 21, 2019.

Anna Teresa Guardi

Anna Teresa Guardi

Dec 20, 2019

In Loving Memory Anna Teresa Guardi

On March 29 th , 1936, Anna was born in Capurso, a small town in southeast Italy, to the Mariella family.  As a teenager, she left southern Italy to earn a degree from the Damonte Fashion Design school in Turin, igniting her passion for women's couture. In...

Darlene Margaret Parker

Darlene Margaret Parker

Dec 18, 2019

Darlene Margaret Parker lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 92. Born on February 22, 1927 and passed away on December 18, 2019.

Leonor Lankester

Leonor Lankester

Dec 18, 2019

Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Friend. Leonor Lankester brought joy to all who knew her. Leonor had a zest for life that included learning to water ski at 45 years old and driving through Mexico and Central America to Costa Rica.

As a mother to her young children, Leonor embraced the camping spirit and introduced her children to...

Kazimierz Jerzy Reda

Kazimierz Jerzy Reda

Dec 17, 2019

Kass Reda Obituary

Our beloved father Kazimierz “Kass” Reda passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 17, 2019. Kass was born on March 5, 1934 to Bronislaw and Anna Reda in Bialystok Poland.  He was the middle child and had six siblings, three brothers and three sisters.   He had a very challenging childhood but it didn’t...

Michael Christopher Ashworth

Michael Christopher Ashworth

Dec 16, 2019

Michael was our dear son, brother, uncle, and friend who was loved by all who met him. He will be missed because his genius, wit, smile, and laughter brightened the lives of us all. He loved the law and was so proud to be a lawyer. He loved being an uncle, and all the...

Patricia Richards

Patricia Richards

Dec 15, 2019

Patricia Richards lives in , passed away at the age of 83. Born on April 23, 1936 and passed away on December 15, 2019.

Ardith De La Peã±A

Ardith De La Peã±A

Dec 14, 2019

The family of Ardith de la Peña invites you to share in a celebration of her life. We will gather on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 3pm at Trabuco Canyon Community Church, 30121 Canyon Creek Dr in Trabuco Canyon. A reception will follow at Church on the Solid Rock at 22722 Lambert, Suite 1712 in Lake Forest. Please bring...

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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