Obituaries
Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary
Janet Torrey Krebs
Aug 18, 2018
Janet Torrey Krebs lives in Huntington Beach CA, passed away at the age of 52. Born on September 18, 1965 and passed away on August 18, 2018.
George Hayward Normandin
Aug 18, 2018
George H. Normandin passed away peacefully with family present on August 18 at home in Newport Beach. He was born in Los Angeles on November 24, 1919. His parents, Ovila and Ethel, along with his brothers, Richard and Howard, and their younger sister Lois, enjoyed everything the Miracle Mile had to offer. He was an Eagle Scout and helped...
Philip Bean-Mccosh
Aug 17, 2018
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Philip’s name to Second Chance Pet Rescue Reference: In Memory of Philip Bean-McCosh 2801 B Street, #55 San Diego, CA 92102 http://secondchancedogrescue.org/donate/
Wylie Inwei Lee
Aug 15, 2018
Wylie Inwei Lee lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 76. Born on August 18, 1941 and passed away on August 15, 2018.
Sandra Ann Costa
Aug 15, 2018
Sandra Ann Costa lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 75. Born on October 27, 1942 and passed away on August 15, 2018.
Mary Lee Young
Aug 14, 2018
Mary Lee Young – Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother passed away peacefully at her home, in Laguna Niguel, on August 14, 2018.
A life-long Californian, Mary Lee was born on December 9, 1923, in San Bernardino, California, to Howard and Erma ( nee Lane) Glass. Mary Lee graduated from San Bernardino High School, class of...
Paul Carlson
Aug 13, 2018
Paul's Life Story
On June 26, 1937, Paul Carlson was born into a family of very talented musicians. His grandfather played the violin in vaudeville, and his mother was a composer who played the piano and organ professionally, along with her brother. Paul sat at her feet as she played and learned to love classical...
Neil D. Massick
Aug 12, 2018
Neil D. Massick December 6, 1940 ~ August 12, 2018
Neil Donald Massick went home to be with the Lord on the evening of August 12, 2018, after a hard fought battle with cancer. He was 77.
Neil is survived by his wife of 56 years, Rosalie, their two children: son Jerry Massick...
June Dolores Quirk
Aug 12, 2018
June Dolores Quirk passed away on Sunday August 12 th , 2018 in Mission Viejo, California. She is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Ralls and her three grandchildren, Tanner Ralls, Makena Ralls, and Jeramy Johnsen.
June was born on November 12, 1929 in Brookville, Pennsylvania daughter to Clara Richards. She worked for Rockwell International over 30 years...
Beverly Wells Ackaret
Aug 12, 2018
Beverly Wells Ackaret passed away peacefully the evening of August 12, 2018 at her home in Mission Viejo, CA. She was born November 17, 1929 in Kansas City, MO to Grace and Roy Wells. Survived by her daughters from her first marriage to Robert Atkinson; Sherry Choquette (husband Lee) and Sandy Nolte (husband Chris); her grandchildren; Katie Charlston (husband...
Ray Albert Burke
Aug 11, 2018
Ray Albert Burke December 5th 1921 – August 11th 2018 Ray A. Burke passed on the morning of August 11th, 2018. It was a peaceful event with several family members present at Mission Hospital, in Mission Viejo, California. He was 96. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Jimmye Myrtle Burke, their three sons, daughter-in-laws, six...
Froylan Pina-Soberanis
Aug 10, 2018
Froylan Pina-Soberanis was born January 2, 1963 in Mexico and passed away at August 10, 2018 at home in Mission Viejo, California. He was 55 years old.
Froylan worked as an Auto Mechanic for 37 years. he is survived by his loving wife Lilia Ocampo; son Luis Lina and his wife Kendall; daughter Jessica Pina and his...
William Patrick "Bill" Purcell
Aug 9, 2018
William Patrick “Bill” Purcell
Bill Purcell is described by his family, friends and colleagues as an extremely intelligent and thoughtful man who consistently prioritized the happiness of his loved ones above all.
Bill was born October 25, 1953 to Charles and Thomasine (Thomas) Purcell in his hometown of Saint Paul, Minnesota. He was...
Ellen S. Ong
Aug 9, 2018
Ellen Soon Ong was born February 19, 1937 in Singapore and passed away August 9 2018 peacefully at home in Aliso Viejo, California after a chronic illness.
She is survived by her loving husband Michael; daughters Karen Ong Price, Essex Vermont and Janice Wagner, Granbury, Texas, sons in law, Robert Price, Essex Vermont and Bobby Hicks, Granbury...
Lois Queirolo Shellworth
Aug 8, 2018
Lois Queirolo Shellworth May 16, 1928 – August 8, 2018 Atherton, California
Lois Q. Shellworth, a resident of Atherton, CA for 48 years, died August 8. She was 90.
Lois Jeanne Queirolo was born in Oakland, CA, and spent her childhood in San Francisco in the Crocker-Amazon neighborhood. She...
Leslie Lee Bennett
Aug 7, 2018
Leslie Lee Bennett lives in San Clemente CA, passed away at the age of 79. Born on May 04, 1939 and passed away on August 07, 2018.
Helen A. Signorile
Aug 7, 2018
Helen A. Signorile lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 101. Born on September 29, 1916 and passed away on August 07, 2018.
John Arby Gilchrist
Aug 7, 2018
John Arby Gilchrist lives in Laguna Niguel CA, passed away at the age of 62. Born on July 28, 1956 and passed away on August 07, 2018.
Natalia E. A. Stephanie C. Catilini
Aug 7, 2018
Natalia Stephanie Catalini was born as Stephanie Elizabeth Khan on July 11, 1982 in Long Beach, California.
She was a a charismatic, fun loving Orange County girl who loved to live life to the fullest. She traveled the world, visiting six of the seven continents during her lifetime. During her time here, she tried her hand at...
Jack Dean Keller
Aug 6, 2018
Jack Dean Keller was born on September 25, 1936 in Wichita, Kansas and passed away on August 6, 2018 in Laguna Woods, CA. His family moved to Long Beach, CA when Jack was 4. He graduated from David Starr Jordan High School and attended Long Beach City College.
He is survived by his wife Nancy; daughters Myrna...
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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