Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Caroline Doris Heim

Caroline Doris Heim

Apr 27, 2019

Celebration of Life – Caroline Doris Heim – 1923 – 2019

Caroline ‘Carol’ was born on October 29, 1923 in Youngstown, Ohio, and passed to the brilliant light of Heaven on the Morning of April 27, 2019. Her parents were Julia and Michael Harvischak who migrated from Czechoslovakia in the early 1900’s, changing their name to Harvey....

Cynthia Ann Bobruk

Cynthia Ann Bobruk

Apr 26, 2019

Cynthia Bobruk, Executive Director and President of the Orange Catholic Foundation passed away on April 26 th , 2019. Cindy led the development staff and was responsible for the leadership and operations of the Foundation supporting all aspects of Catholic life in Orange County, California.

The Orange Catholic Foundation (OCF) and Mrs. Bobruk, under the leadership of...

Michael O’Neal Woods

Michael O’Neal Woods

Apr 25, 2019

Michael O'Neal Woods lives in Rancho Santa Margarita CA, passed away at the age of 72. Born on June 03, 1946 and passed away on April 25, 2019.

Caesar F. “Gus” Durso

Caesar F. “Gus” Durso

Apr 24, 2019

Caesar Francis D’Urso was born April 9, 1938 and passed away at home on April 24, 2019. He was raised in North Braddock, PA, graduating from Scott High School in 1956. His athletic ability earned him a college scholarship to Denver University where he played football and graduated in 1960. After a short tour of duty in the Army,...

Guy Nelson Noel

Guy Nelson Noel

Apr 20, 2019

Guy Nelson Noel lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 95. Born on June 11, 1923 and passed away on April 20, 2019.

George Francis Locke

George Francis Locke

Apr 20, 2019

George Francis Locke October 10, 1930 – April 20, 2019

Born October 10, 1930, George was one of five children growing up during the depression in Camden, NJ. Upon graduation from high school he enlisted in the Marine Corps reserve.  In the early 1950s he was called up to serve in the Marine...

Philip Edward Vedder

Philip Edward Vedder

Apr 19, 2019

Phil was many things to many people:  father, uncle, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, teacher, mentor and friend.  His love of learning and his love of the ocean made him “one of the good guys”.  As we shared the news of his passing, we have received many wonderful comments about his integrity as well as his sense of humor.  These attributes...

Josephine Catherine Segro

Josephine Catherine Segro

Apr 19, 2019

Josephine Catherine Segro

Josephine Segro passed away on the 19th of April 2019 in Mission Viejo, California. She just celebrated her 91 st birthday.

“Jo” was born in Derby, Connecticut on March 19, 1928; the first child of Dominick and Alice Mingrone. She attended St Joseph College, West Hartford earning a Bachelor of...

Robert Roy Schnepp

Robert Roy Schnepp

Apr 19, 2019

Robert Roy Schnepp was born January 23 rd , 1931 in Owendale, Michigan to Adolph and Clara Schnepp.  Bob was the youngest of 3 boys, growing up in the years following the great depression in a traditional German family. His father owned a hardware store where Bob worked in summers and after high school to help when needed.

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John Frederick Spraker

John Frederick Spraker

Apr 18, 2019

On Thursday, April 18th, 2019, John Frederick Spraker, loving husband and father, passed away in his home, surrounded by family, at the age of 86.

John was born on June 15th, 1932, in Teaneck, New Jersey. He grew up in New Jersey with his parents William and Pauline Spraker, brother Robert and sister Paula. He attended Xavier...

Charla Rae Chin

Charla Rae Chin

Apr 18, 2019

Charla Rae Chin, died peacefully at home on April 18, 2019, after a long battle with cancer. She was born on January 2, 1951 in Des Moines, IA to Clyde and Lois McPherren. She attended Roosevelt High School and then attended Des Moines Area Community College, but eventually went to and graduated from the Iowa School of Beauty and...

Kathleen Santiago

Kathleen Santiago

Apr 15, 2019

Kathleen Jane Santiago (Ashby) was born January 05, 1955 to Peggy and Edward Ashby in Clearfield Pennsylvania, she was the fourth of 8 sibling.  Kathy was a Loving Mother, Grandmother and Wife.

Kathy had her first child Dana Ryan in 1973. Kathy owned several businesses throughout her life. at the age of nineteen she opened her first...

Kevin Gregory Phillips

Kevin Gregory Phillips

Apr 13, 2019

Kevin Phillips, Senior Director, Enterprise Organizational Effectiveness, HR Partnership for Strategy & Innovation at University of California, Irvine passed away on the 13th of April 2019 following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Kevin led the Lean Six Sigma and Organizational Effectiveness teams supporting transformational change and building organizational excellence through people, process, and technology.

Kevin...

Cecilia Maria Darling

Cecilia Maria Darling

Apr 12, 2019

Cecilia Maria Darling lives in Laguna Niguel CA, passed away at the age of 90. Born on May 24, 1928 and passed away on April 12, 2019.

Ralph Lelon Buckley

Ralph Lelon Buckley

Apr 11, 2019

Ralph Lelon Buckley

Ralph Lelon Buckley, 90, was born to John Milton Buckley and Lynnie Grace Tatum on November 14, 1928 in Alexandria, Louisiana. He lived 18 years in Alexandria Louisiana, 47 years in Tulsa Oklahoma, and passed away April 11, 2019 at his daughter's home in Irvine, California. Ralph survived 18 months after his...

Nancy Jonas

Nancy Jonas

Apr 10, 2019

Nancy Jonas lives in Laguna Woods CA, passed away at the age of 88. Born on November 25, 1930 and passed away on April 10, 2019.

Charles Arthur Endter

Charles Arthur Endter

Apr 9, 2019

Charles Arthur Endter June 25, 1923 – April 9, 2019

Charles Arthur Endter was born in Springfield, Ohio, the second son of Arthur and Marguerite (Altvater) Endter. He attended primary and secondary schools in Springfield before entering Wittenberg University in 1941. He served in the U.S. Navy as a commissioned officer on the...

Georgette Teresa Cerrutti

Georgette Teresa Cerrutti

Apr 9, 2019

Georgette Teresa Cerrutti born: June 29, 1945 – died: April 9, 2019

Georgette passed away after a valiant battle with ovarian cancer, with her wife, Marla Burns, at her side.

Shortly before her death, she spoke of the value of love and her gratitude for finding it in her life. Also...

Samuel Elijah Chan

Samuel Elijah Chan

Apr 9, 2019

Samuel Elijah Chan was born without a heartbeat and passed away peacefully into the loving arms of our Lord Jesus on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at Mission Hospital, Mission Viejo.  At 38 weeks, Samuel was a beautiful baby boy, weighing 6 lb. 10 oz. and measuring 19.5 in. long.

Samuel is the cherished and beloved son of Edwin and Marie Chan,...

Catherine Ann Gunderson

Catherine Ann Gunderson

Apr 8, 2019

Catherine Ann Gunderson lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 95. Born on March 24, 1924 and passed away on April 08, 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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