Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Mrs. Maria Martin

Mrs. Maria Martin

Nov 13, 2019

Mrs. Maria Martin lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 81. Born on March 24, 1938 and passed away on November 13, 2019.

Bernice Bertha Mcgrody

Bernice Bertha Mcgrody

Nov 13, 2019

Bernice Bertha McGrody lives in Rancho Santa Margarita CA, passed away at the age of 88. Born on February 20, 1931 and passed away on November 13, 2019.

Bruce Lee Winfrey

Bruce Lee Winfrey

Nov 12, 2019

It is with great sadness that the family of Bruce Lee Winfrey of Newport Beach announces his passing after a long struggle with diabetes, on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at the age of 50 years. Bruce will be lovingly remembered by family and friends.

Bruce was born in San Gabriel, CA on December 7, 1968. He had...

Anthony Lee Wimbley Jr.

Anthony Lee Wimbley Jr.

Nov 11, 2019

With heavy hearts it is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved AJ.

Anthony Lee Wimbley Jr. “AJ” was born 12:03am, November 11, 2019 at Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford and shortly after in his mother’s arms went to be with the Angels in Heaven 12:43am, November 11, 2019. AJ was diagnosed with a...

Merril Agnes Benes

Merril Agnes Benes

Nov 10, 2019

Merril Agnes Benes lives in Laguna Niguel CA, passed away at the age of 66. Born on April 22, 1953 and passed away on November 10, 2019.

Peggy Sue Fodor

Peggy Sue Fodor

Nov 10, 2019

Peggy Sue Fodor lives in Dana Point CA, passed away at the age of 75. Born on February 16, 1944 and passed away on November 10, 2019.

Edmund Hugh Herlihy

Edmund Hugh Herlihy

Nov 7, 2019

Mission Viejo " Edmund Hugh Herlihy passed away Thursday the 7th of November in Orange County, California.

Born in 1946 in Ireland, Ed was a true global citizen having visited over thirty countries since he left Dublin at the age of nineteen.  His career in the hospitality industry and love for adventure took him to Switzerland, France,...

Dr. Elbert Warren Clark Iv

Dr. Elbert Warren Clark Iv

Nov 7, 2019

Elbert Warren Clark IV, D.D.S., M.S.

Born November 6, 1927 Good Samaritan Hospital, Los Angeles, California Died November 7, 2019 Torrance, California

Elbert was born to Elbert W. Clark III and Elizabeth Quimby Clark on November 6, 1927.  4 years later the family moved to Laguna Beach California. The family gained a beautiful...

Patrick Hayn Hayes

Patrick Hayn Hayes

Nov 7, 2019

Patrick Hayn Hayes lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 72. Born on December 05, 1946 and passed away on November 07, 2019.

Robert Terry Van Ness

Robert Terry Van Ness

Nov 6, 2019

Robert Terry Van Ness lives in San Clemente CA, passed away at the age of 91. Born on September 25, 1928 and passed away on November 06, 2019.

Jennifer Lee Zahradnik

Jennifer Lee Zahradnik

Nov 5, 2019

Jennifer Lee Zahradnik lives in Laguna Niguel CA, passed away at the age of 42. Born on May 28, 1977 and passed away on November 05, 2019.

Melly Lim

Melly Lim

Nov 5, 2019

Melly Lim lives in Lake Forest CA, passed away at the age of 83. Born on January 12, 1936 and passed away on November 05, 2019.

Janet Irene King

Janet Irene King

Nov 5, 2019

For Janet

Our mother, Our sister, Our grandmother, Our great grandmother, Our friend, Our beloved, Janet Irene King was called home this week at the age of 83. Loved ones by her side, she passed at peace.

Your wings were ready, but my heart was not. The gates of heaven received its newest angel yesterday, my beautiful...

Robert Stephen Moore

Robert Stephen Moore

Nov 5, 2019

Robert Stephen Moore lives in Ladera Ranch CA, passed away at the age of 70. Born on July 26, 1949 and passed away on November 05, 2019.

Philip James Cool

Philip James Cool

Nov 4, 2019

Philip James Cool, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother passed away on November 4, 2019 in Lake Forest, California.  He was born in Batesville, Indiana on January 27, 1943 to Philip and Lenora Cool.  He is survived by his wife Leigh; children Christopher, Jay, Tammy, Terry, Michelle, Amanda, and Diana; step sons Rob and Matt; his sister Connie...

Kimberly Dawn Walther

Kimberly Dawn Walther

Nov 4, 2019

Kimberly Dawn Walther lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 51. Born on August 13, 1968 and passed away on November 04, 2019.

Carol Ann Fraser

Carol Ann Fraser

Nov 3, 2019

Carol Ann Durfee passed away peacefully at home on November 3, 2019 surrounded by loving family and beloved dog "Sandy'. Carol was born on June 9, 1933 in Fall River, Massachusetts to parents Rhoda and Maurice Durfee.  While growing up in Fall River, she was active in the First Baptist Church Sunday School, choir and 'Order of Rainbow Girls....

Mary Theresa Carroll Freeman

Mary Theresa Carroll Freeman

Nov 1, 2019

Mary Theresa Carroll Freeman December 8, 1931- November 1, 2019

Mary Theresa Carroll Freeman, age 87, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2019 at Saddleback Memorial Hospital in Laguna Hills, CA. She was born in Chicago, Illinois to John and Estelle Carroll.

Mary was proud of her years working at North...

Betty Louise Baer

Betty Louise Baer

Oct 31, 2019

Betty Louise Baer

Born December 14, 1927 in Glenridge, New Jersey; passed away October 31, 2019 at the age of 91 in her home in Lake Forest, California with her husband Kenneth of 49 years at her side after suffering a fractured pelvis in a fall on the front walkway of her home.

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Veronica Ramirez Bernal

Veronica Ramirez Bernal

Oct 31, 2019

Veronica Ramirez Bernal lives in Stanton CA, passed away at the age of 41. Born on September 07, 1978 and passed away on October 31, 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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