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Nelda Jean Curran

Nelda Jean Curran

Jul 8, 2018

Curran, Nelda Jean, at age 93 passed away in Laguna Beach Sunday July 08, 2018. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Born July 10, 1924, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Survived by her five sons and daughter, 12 grandchildren and one great-grand child.

Jean has lived in Laguna Beach the last...

Bessie Barker

Bessie Barker

Jul 6, 2018

Bessie Barker lives in and passed away on July 06, 2018.

Robert L. Sloan

Robert L. Sloan

Jul 6, 2018

Robert L. Sloan

Robert L. “Bob” Sloan, 63, of San Pedro, left this world July 6, 2018, at his home after a long battle with the insidious disease depression.  His devastated family takes comfort in the belief that his soul is finally at peace.

Bob loved surfing, cars, golf and most importantly, the...

Victoria Wallin

Victoria Wallin

Jul 6, 2018

Victoria Ann Stewart was the first-born child of Harriette Doris Cameron Stewart and Clarence “Brick” Stewart.  Born on April 9th, 1940 at the San Antonio Community Hospital in Upland, California, Vicki was destined to be a teacher like her mother, her aunt Olive Ruth and her uncle Milton Cameron.  The Stewart family resided for many decades on...

Robert Thomas Greene Jr.

Robert Thomas Greene Jr.

Jul 5, 2018

July 3, 1921 – July 5, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Eloise Warner; loving father of Robert III (Joanne), Diane (Martin) DePoint, Kim (Todd) Brown and Elizabeth (David) Johannes. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Bob grew up in Buffalo, NY with his brother Tom, who was a bit of a rascal. He attended...

Julia Starkey Wilkinson

Julia Starkey Wilkinson

Jul 5, 2018

Julia Starkey Wilkinson

Julia Starkey Wilkinson went home to be the Lord on Thursday, July 5 th , 2018, after a sudden diagnosis of a very aggressive and fast-growing uterine cancer. She follows her beloved husband Bob Wilkinson who died from Parkinson’s Disease in 2005.  She is survived by her two daughters, Karen Wilkinson and...

Nathan Daniel Olivas

Nathan Daniel Olivas

Jul 4, 2018

Nathan Daniel Olivas

“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about learning to dance in the rain.”

It is with great sadness that the family of Nathan Daniel Olivas announces his sudden passing on Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at the age of 33 years.

Nathan was born in Mesa, Arizona...

John William Marshall Jr.

John William Marshall Jr.

Jul 4, 2018

Captain John W. Marshall, age 76, loving husband, father, and Papa was born on April 24, 1942, in Spokane, WA and passed away on July 4, 2018, in Mission Viejo, CA.

John developed a love for flying and music at an early age.  After graduating from high school he received a music scholarship from Montana State University...

Sharon Ann Devenney

Sharon Ann Devenney

Jul 3, 2018

Laguna Niguel, CA – Our hearts are hurting. Sharon Ann (Van De Ven) Devenney – Sherry, 67 years old, died at home on July 3, 2018 as a result of the Multiple Sclerosis that she courageously battled for 31 years. Sherry was born August 7, 1950 in Green Bay, WI to Elizabeth (Keyser) Van De Ven and the late Clayton...

Gavin Andrew James Trippe

Gavin Andrew James Trippe

Jul 2, 2018

Gavin Andrew James Trippe lives in Laguna Beach CA, passed away at the age of 78. Born on March 20, 1940 and passed away on July 02, 2018.

Georgiana Gina Grefsrud

Georgiana Gina Grefsrud

Jul 1, 2018

Georgiana Gina (nee Quolas) Grefsrud was born in El Centro California on September 23, 1945 to the parents of Jerry & Natalie Quolas. She was one of eight children. She grew up in Oxnard CA, and graduated from Oxnard HS. She attended Allen Hancock Junior College in Santa Maria CA. She was very proud of being on the cheerleading...

Jacqueline Marie Flint

Jacqueline Marie Flint

Jun 30, 2018

Jacqueline Marie Flint lives in Irvine CA, passed away at the age of 86. Born on January 17, 1932 and passed away on June 30, 2018.

Anthony Van Vliet

Anthony Van Vliet

Jun 29, 2018

Anyone who knew Tony knew what an exceptional, one of a kind guy he was. He never met a stranger. He was bigger than life and an absolute force that left a lasting impression on anyone who knew him. For those reasons, so many of us are left with a gaping hole in his absence.  His death should not...

Dhvani Shardul Shah

Dhvani Shardul Shah

Jun 29, 2018

In Loving Memory of Dhvani Shardul Shah

Sunrise: November 29, 1981 Sunset: June 29, 2018

Kyle Robert Erwin

Kyle Robert Erwin

Jun 29, 2018

“In the end these things matter most: How well did you love? How fully did you live? How deeply did you let go?” “• Jack Kornfield It’s common for people to remember only the good things about those they’ve lost, but with Kyle the simple truth is that he was made up entirely of good things. Kyle truly dedicated his...

Bradley Peter Johnson

Bradley Peter Johnson

Jun 29, 2018

Bradley Peter Johnson lives in Laguna Niguel CA, passed away at the age of 64. Born on April 25, 1954 and passed away on June 29, 2018.

Brian Joseph Fitzgerald

Brian Joseph Fitzgerald

Jun 28, 2018

Brian Joseph Fitzgerald lives in Laguna Niguel CA, passed away at the age of 45. Born on December 21, 1972 and passed away on June 28, 2018.

James Harry Eklund

James Harry Eklund

Jun 28, 2018

James Harry Eklund, 67, was born September 15, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois and passed away June 28, 2018 at home in Lake Forest, California.

Proudly served his country as a Vietnam Veteran for almost three years, receiving his Combat Infantry badge, National Defense Service medal and Sharpshooter M14.

James is survived by his wife Sunilla...

Richard Leland Mcarthy

Richard Leland Mcarthy

Jun 28, 2018

Richard Leland McArthy, devoted husband and father, retired US Navy Captain, died peacefully in his home in San Clemente, CA on June 28, 2018. He had celebrated his 90 th birthday with his family on June 10, 2018. He was born in Wabash, Indiana June 10, 1928, the birth year of Mickey Mouse, Shirley Temple, and San Clemente. He...

Beverly Jean Yocum

Beverly Jean Yocum

Jun 28, 2018

Beverly Jean Yocum lives in Laguna Hills CA, passed away at the age of 75. Born on May 03, 1943 and passed away on June 28, 2018.

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.


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