Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Mercedes Louise Haight

Mercedes Louise Haight

May 13, 2019

Mercedes Haight 1931-2019

Mercedes Louise Haight, age 87, a resident of San Juan Capistrano, CA, passed away peacefully from lymphoma in her home surrounded by her family on Monday, May 13, 2019.

She is survived by her beloved husband James and their five children, Mike (Michele), Tom (Candy), Cindy Ball (Randy), Barbara Bill (George), and...

Virginia Marie Vincent

Virginia Marie Vincent

May 12, 2019

Virginia Marie Vincent lives in San Juan Capistrano CA, passed away at the age of 87. Born on January 10, 1932 and passed away on May 12, 2019.

Rev. Genevieve J. Harvey

Rev. Genevieve J. Harvey

May 12, 2019

Reverend Genevieve J. Harvey May 9, 1923 – May 12, 2019

Reverend Genevieve ‘Jeri’ Harvey, 96, of San Clemente, California passed away Sunday, May 12, 2019. Born on May 9, 1923 in Huntington Park, California to John & Filomena Mazacro, Genevieve lived a long life with pride of her Italian heritage and love for family....

Rodney Richard Fitz

Rodney Richard Fitz

May 11, 2019

RODNEY "ROD" R. FITZ, AGE 69 OF MISSION VIEJO, CALIFORNIA, SADLY PASSED AWAY ON MAY 11TH 2019 SURROUNDED BY HIS FAMILY AFTER SUFFERING A HEART ATTACK. ROD WAS BORN ON SEPTEMBER 11TH 1949 IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA, THE SECOND SON TO RICHARD AND ELIZABETH.

ROD GRADUATED FROM DOMINGUEZ HIGH SCHOOL IN 1967 AND IN 1969,...

Vi Dorothy Yeretsian

Vi Dorothy Yeretsian

May 10, 2019

Vi Dorothy Yeretsian lives in Laguna Hills CA, passed away at the age of 89. Born on October 11, 1929 and passed away on May 10, 2019.

Jordan James Sperkoski

Jordan James Sperkoski

May 10, 2019

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the following charities:

www.pva.org/support veterans

Www.lbda.org

Constantinos “Gus” Mantikas

Constantinos “Gus” Mantikas

May 9, 2019

Constantinos “Gus” Mantikas lives in Lake Forest CA, passed away at the age of 86. Born on August 25, 1932 and passed away on May 09, 2019.

Gabino Zaldivar Jr.

Gabino Zaldivar Jr.

May 9, 2019

Gabino Zaldivar Jr. passed away peacefully on May 9, 2019, in Laguna Hills, California surrounded by his family. Gabino was 83 years old. Born August 11, 1935, in El Paso, Texas, Gabino moved to California where he settled and grew up in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles.

After returning from overseas military service in the Marines, Gabino married...

Hennessey Christian Idstein-Young

Hennessey Christian Idstein-Young

May 8, 2019

Hennessey Christian Idstein-Young, 21, of Lake Forest, California passed away peacefully, in his sleep, of natural causes at his home on Wednesday, May 8 th .  This world and everyone who knew him is brighter because of Hennessey.

Hennessey packed so much life into each of his too-short 21 years.  Hennessey is a 2016 graduate of El...

Walter John Kraus

Walter John Kraus

May 8, 2019

Walter John Kraus April 14, 1930 to May 8, 2019

Walter “Wally” Kraus was born in Los Angeles to Anna and John Kraus. He was their second child, the first being Norman who was 2 years. Three years later their sister Dolores would be born.

Anna was a homemaker and John...

Howard Gary Silver

Howard Gary Silver

May 7, 2019

Howard Gary Silver: October 21, 1947 – May 7, 2019

Howard was born and raised in Akron, Ohio by Jacob and Ruth Silver.  He attended Kent State University where he earned a B.S. in Mathematics and met his wife.  Howard began his career at The Boeing Company and earned an M.S. in Computer Science from the University...

Ernesto Diola Casquejo

Ernesto Diola Casquejo

May 6, 2019

Ernesto Diola Casquejo was born on October 12, 1937 in Cebu, Philippines.  His life from the start was one of deep faith.  As soon as he was able, he became an altar server at his home parish. He also encouraged his younger brother, Gal, to do the same.  This life of service continued to his college days at the...

Joshua Lee Ortiz

Joshua Lee Ortiz

May 6, 2019

Joshua Lee Ortiz lives in Rancho Cucamonga CA, passed away at the age of 28. Born on July 23, 1990 and passed away on May 06, 2019.

Georgia Taktikos

Georgia Taktikos

May 3, 2019

Mrs. Georgia Taktikos September 12, 1926 ” May 3, 2019

Georgia Taktikos, age 92, a resident of Mission Viejo, California passed away Friday, May 3, 2019 after a brief illness.

Georgia was born September 12, 1926 on 29th Street, Manhattan, NY. She had one sibling, a younger brother, Paul Petredes. Georgia...

Margarita D. Duffy

Margarita D. Duffy

May 3, 2019

Margarita was born on January 18, 1971 to Jose and Maria Real. She and her twin brother were born in Sonora Mexico. They moved to the US when she was just a year old and later came her younger sister. She grew up in Artesia, CA. She attended Elliott Elementary, St. Linus Catholic School, and St. Paul High School....

Iradj Abdi

Iradj Abdi

May 2, 2019

Iradj Abdi lives in Corona CA, passed away at the age of 60. Born on January 16, 1959 and passed away on May 02, 2019.

Leroy J. Lucas

Leroy J. Lucas

May 2, 2019

Leroy J. Lucas lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 87. Born on June 29, 1931 and passed away on May 02, 2019.

Jon Lee Maddox

Jon Lee Maddox

May 1, 2019

Jon Lee Maddox lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 70. Born on July 06, 1948 and passed away on May 01, 2019.

Mary Margaret Boag

Mary Margaret Boag

May 1, 2019

Mary Hobbs Boag joined our Heavenly Father on May 1, 2019.  She was the eldest daughter of Joseph Stanley and Mary Magdalen Hobbs; born on August 21, 1938.  She joined her husband who has been gone for 31 years and their son, Wayne Jr.  Our family was blessed to have her with us for 80 years.  She leaves behind...

Wayne R. Smith

Wayne R. Smith

May 1, 2019

Wayne Randolph Smith, of Irvine, CA went to his eternal rest on May 1, 2019.  He was born as Wayne Randolph Weatherly on January 21, 1946 in Denver, Colorado.  At the age of 8 he was adopted by his stepfather, Arthur N. Smith.  Wayne lived in various places in his childhood and teens, including the Denver area, Kansas City,...

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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