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Leonard Sydney Thurston Jr.

Leonard Sydney Thurston Jr.

Jan 12, 2020

Leonard Sydney Thurston Jr. lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 85. Born on May 05, 1934 and passed away on January 12, 2020.

Maxim Barry Wagner

Maxim Barry Wagner

Jan 12, 2020

Maxim Barry Wagner lives in Coto de Caza CA, passed away at the age of 84. Born on January 02, 1936 and passed away on January 12, 2020.

Kathleen Fleming Fritz

Kathleen Fleming Fritz

Jan 12, 2020

Kathleen Fleming Fritz was called home by our Lord Jesus Christ at the age of 72. She passed away at 2:15 a.m. on Sunday, January 12, 2020.

She is survived by her husband John Fritz, and their four children: Amy Fritz Yeager (husband Luis), Jennifer Fritz Redwitz (husband Eric), Billy Fritz (wife Joy), and Mary Fritz. They...

Janeen Marie Hoffman

Janeen Marie Hoffman

Jan 8, 2020

JaNeen Marie Hoffman 9-14-1933 – 1-8-2020

JaNeen passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of January 8, 2020 at the age of 86.  JaNeen was born September 14, 1933 in Los Angeles.

She is survived by her son Martin Hoffman, daughter-in-law Santhi and grandson Timothy; her two brothers, Jack...

Eileen Catherine Carron

Eileen Catherine Carron

Jan 8, 2020

EILEEN CARRON, 77

Eileen Catherine Carron, age 77 of Palm Desert, California, died on Wednesday, January 08, 2020 in Lake Forest, California. She was born to the late Norman E. Carron and Fyrne Catherine Schumaker Carron on July 21, 1942 in Two Rivers, Wisconsin.

Eileen attended St. Luke’s Catholic School and Washington High...

Douglas Arthur Boyd

Douglas Arthur Boyd

Jan 8, 2020

Douglas Arthur Boyd passed away at his Laguna Woods, California home on January 8, 2020. He was 89. He is predeceased by his beloved wife, Joan Boyd on January 2, 2005. Doug and Joan met in high school in Detroit, Michigan, and got married right after graduation. They remained sweethearts for 53 years.

Doug and Joan had...

Martin Irving Jackson Jr.

Martin Irving Jackson Jr.

Jan 7, 2020

Martin “Marty” I Jackson was born 8/12/1923 in Chicago, IL, to Martin Irving and Grace McElroy Jackson. He was the 3 rd of 4 children. He grew up in the depression and helped his father with his business, later he went to work as a bellhop at the Morrison Hotel helping to support his family during those difficult times. ...

Justine Bechler-Evans

Justine Bechler-Evans

Jan 7, 2020

Beloved wife, loving mother and grandmother, and loyal friend. Justine is survived by her husband Paul, her brother Alfred, her daughter Sheila, and her grandsons Marc and Nicholas.

You are welcome to join the family in celebrating Justine’s life at the events listed below.

Sam Charles Aiello

Sam Charles Aiello

Jan 6, 2020

Sam is survived by daughters Shelly (Paul) Seedorf and Shauna Aiello; and grandsons Christian Seedorf and  Colin Seedorf.

Bette June Hardos

Bette June Hardos

Jan 5, 2020

Bette June Hardos, passed away the 5 th of January surrounded by family members in San Juan Capistrano.

Bette was born on June 25, 1929 in Garden Grove, California, to Andrew and Mildred Andreoli. She lived in Garden Grove until the age of six, then moved to Norwalk until she married. Bette attended Carmenita Elementary School and...

Leila Hazboun

Leila Hazboun

Jan 4, 2020

Leila Hazboun lives in Laguna Hills CA, passed away at the age of 83. Born on July 05, 1936 and passed away on January 04, 2020.

Victor Oviedo

Victor Oviedo

Jan 1, 2020

Victor Oviedo lives in Laguna Hills CA, passed away at the age of 74. Born on January 06, 1945 and passed away on January 01, 2020.

Annamarie Louise Newhuis-Schwarz

Annamarie Louise Newhuis-Schwarz

Dec 31, 2019

Annamarie Louise Newhuis-Schwarz, age 64, of Sherman Oaks, CA, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 with her brother Alfred by her side. Annamarie was born in Chicago Heights, IL, on July 18,1955 to the late John & Rita Yoland (Baltzer) Newhuis. Ann retired from a career in the entertainment business, in public relations, in 2015. Ann’s career spanned...

Linda Rose Fessler

Linda Rose Fessler

Dec 30, 2019

Linda Rose Fessler, a proud alumna of the University of Southern California, died on December 30, 2019 at Saddleback Hospital in Laguna Hills, California.  She was surrounded by her friends and family.

Ms. Fessler was born in 1947 and grew up in New Jersey.  She moved to Southern California at the age of 16...

Dorothy Ann Wagner

Dorothy Ann Wagner

Dec 30, 2019

Dorothy A Wagner, age 91 of Laguna Niguel, CA was called home by God on December 30th, 2019. She was affiliated with St. Anthony’s Guild, Paterson and Clifton, NJ for 41 years and retired in 1990. She was also a member of St. Anthony’s Guild for many years. Dorothy was a parishioner of St. Paul’s Church, Prospect Park, NJ...

Celia Vallido Mercado

Celia Vallido Mercado

Dec 29, 2019

Celia Vallido Mercado lives in Laguna Woods CA, passed away at the age of 80. Born on March 09, 1939 and passed away on December 29, 2019.

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.

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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