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Denise Arlene Vollendorff

Denise Arlene Vollendorff

Jun 27, 2018

Denise lost her battle with cancer on June 27, 2018. Her fight came and went quickly and she is now resting peacefully with her Lord in Heaven. Dee is a devoted wife to Jim Vollendorff, loving mother to Michelle Emerson and Jolene Godoy and their spouses, cherished grandmother to Tyler, Trista, Trevor and Aaron Emerson, Madison Adams and Ethan Godoy....

Daniel Louis Kirby

Daniel Louis Kirby

Jun 27, 2018

Daniel “Danny” Kirby July 3, 1964 – June 27, 2018

Danny Kirby passed away after a long and hard battle with Esophageal Cancer, on June 27, 2018 at the age of 53.

Danny was born on July 3, 1964, to Daniel and Christine Kirby, in Anaheim, California. He married Suzie Loonsfoot...

Evelyn Lorine Hurst

Evelyn Lorine Hurst

Jun 26, 2018

Evelyn Lorine Hurst lives in Rancho Santa Margarita CA, passed away at the age of 91. Born on November 17, 1926 and passed away on June 26, 2018.

Chi T. Constant

Chi T. Constant

Jun 26, 2018

Chi Constant grew up in Arlington Virginia and attended Washington and Lee High School where she was on the varsity soccer and swim teams. She was also a varsity cheerleader. After graduating in 1985, Chi attended James Madison University earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business. While at JMU, Chi also cheered for the “Dukes”. After completing her...

Bettye Lou Sweeten

Bettye Lou Sweeten

Jun 26, 2018

Bettye (aka Kelley) Lou Sweeten, age 93, died Tuesday, 26 June 2018 at Saddleback Memorial Hospital. She was born in Muskogee, Oklahoma to Claude Hurst and Ethel (Perry) Waters.  She follows her parents, husband and love of her life Jack Sweeten, sister & brother-in-law, Tharon and Ovando Gasaway, brother Kenneth Waters, beloved granddaughter Courtney Cohen, and adored dog Bungee...

Dr. Toni Jean Sullivan

Dr. Toni Jean Sullivan

Jun 25, 2018

Sullivan, Toni J. – 81, of Irvine, California passed away on June 25, 2018. Toni was born and grew up in Elizabeth, New Jersey, earned a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Seton Hall University and an Ed.D. in nursing education from Columbia University. After a long and distinguished career of nursing service and scholarship, Toni retired in 1999 after...

Stephen Armond Nordeck

Stephen Armond Nordeck

Jun 25, 2018

Stephen Armond Nordeck, born September 26, 1941 in Los Angeles, died Monday, June 25, at his home in Rancho Mission Viejo.

Steve attended Loyola Marymount University receiving a degree in Business as well as USC School of Business where he received a Master’s Degree. In 1963, he was elected to the Manhattan Beach City Council and served...

Michael S Gregor

Michael S Gregor

Jun 24, 2018

On  Sunday, June 24,  2018, Michael Gregor, passed away at the age of 60. He was born on January 25, 1958 in Glendale, California to Juergen and Maria Gregor. He was the first born of their three children, followed by Barbara and Thomas. He will be lovingly remembered by  his wife, Ann, his two children, Christian and Corinne, as...

Gloria Rose Palella

Gloria Rose Palella

Jun 24, 2018

Gloria Rose Palella lives in Laguna Woods CA, passed away at the age of 92. Born on June 25, 1925 and passed away on June 24, 2018.

James Arlen Roach

James Arlen Roach

Jun 23, 2018

James Arlen Roach lives in Lake Forest CA, passed away at the age of 81. Born on May 02, 1937 and passed away on June 23, 2018.

Robert Rubachko

Robert Rubachko

Jun 22, 2018

Robert Rubachko lives in Laguna Niguel CA, passed away at the age of 84. Born on August 03, 1933 and passed away on June 22, 2018.

John Leo Gaffney

John Leo Gaffney

Jun 21, 2018

Mr. John Gaffney, of San Clemente, CA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 21, 2018 at the age of 78 after complications from a fall. His wife, Karen, step-daughter, Jennifer and best friend, Victor Gralewicz were by his side.

John was born to parents John and Theresa on December 22, 1939 in Philadelphia, PA. He was an...

Betty Louise Christie

Betty Louise Christie

Jun 21, 2018

Betty Louise Christie lives in Rancho Santa Margarita CA, passed away at the age of 94. Born on March 18, 1924 and passed away on June 21, 2018.

Patricia Lee

Patricia Lee

Jun 20, 2018

Patricia Lee lives in Laguna Hills CA, passed away at the age of 87. Born on May 03, 1931 and passed away on June 20, 2018.

Winny Sih Sunoto

Winny Sih Sunoto

Jun 20, 2018

Sih-Sunoto, Winny (Ong, Kim-Tjhioe)- October 2, 1943- June 20, 2018. We lost a beautiful soul on June 20, 2018. Winny Sunoto passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family at the age of 74. She is greatly loved and very much missed by her husband of 50 years, Rene Sih Sunoto (Sih Ing Soen); her two children and their...

Sara Mae Maruna

Sara Mae Maruna

Jun 20, 2018

Sara Mae Maruna (Van Hook), affectionally known as “Petey” passed away on June 20, 2018 at Lake Forest, California.

Sara was the youngest of 5 children, born on May 4, 1924, in Lincoln Nebraska.  Sara retired from the Long Beach Naval Hospital in 1985 after over 20 years of service.

Sara was married for 48...

Dr. Deanna Marie Lawson

Dr. Deanna Marie Lawson

Jun 20, 2018

Dr. Deanna Marie Lawson lives in Irvine CA, passed away at the age of 54. Born on September 16, 1963 and passed away on June 20, 2018.

Marlys Mathilda Forster

Marlys Mathilda Forster

Jun 18, 2018

FORSTER, Marlys Mathilda August 27, 1930 – June 18, 2018

Marlys was born during the depression on a farm in Salem, SD to Frances and Alphonse Streff.  At the early age of five, Marlys’ Mother passed away, but her Dad and brother, LeRoy, helped in developing her strong commitment to and love of family.

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Richard Marc Delery

Richard Marc Delery

Jun 17, 2018

Richard Marc Delery, 63, of Laguna Niguel passed away June 17.  He was co-founder and CEO of The Bag Stand Company of Ontario CA, a product design, manufacturing and marketing company of consumer products in the housewares industry.

Richard was one of the leading product innovators in housewares, with his product designs responsible for millions in sales...

Robert Yule Holte

Robert Yule Holte

Jun 17, 2018

Robert Yule Holte (Bob), 73, of Aliso Viejo, California, succumbed to an aggressive lymphoma cancer on Father’s Day, June 17, 2018 surrounded by his wife and children.

Bob is survived by his wife, Terry of 46 years, son Rob, daughter Riyan, son Randy, grand children Cyndi, Zach, Kylie, Cole, Skylar, Callen and Megan, great grandchildren Lily and...

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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