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William Edward Nelson Jr.

William Edward Nelson Jr.

May 12, 2018

William Edward Nelson, Jr March 28, 1956 – May 12, 2018

William Edward Nelson, also known as Bill, Willie, or Wilbur, died on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at the age of 62. He was surrounded by family. He was born in Southern California on March 28th, 1956 to William & Betty Nelson and is...

Patricia Mae Andersen

Patricia Mae Andersen

May 12, 2018

Patricia Mae Andersen lives in Laguna Niguel CA, passed away at the age of 82. Born on July 01, 1935 and passed away on May 12, 2018.

Helen Janet Farrell

Helen Janet Farrell

May 12, 2018

Helen Janet (Olson) Farrell of Palmia, Mission Viejo, CA, passed away on Saturday, May 12, 2018.  Helen is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Patrick, and their 7 children:  Nuzio Fireheart, OR; Linda Fleming (Val), Huntington Beach, CA; Carol Cowan (Wendell), Fullerton, CA; Mike Farrell, Cypress, CA; Kathy Davison (Nick), Huntington Beach, CA; Julie Del Valle (Josh),...

Lydia Jean Randall

Lydia Jean Randall

May 12, 2018

Jean Randall was born Lydia Jean Wendt in Berlin, Germany in 1930. Her parents brought her back to the States in 1931 and she was happily raised in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. A bright and beautiful city girl through and through, her love of fashion was always apparent in her ever stylish manner of dressing and she often said that...

Martha A. Llort

Martha A. Llort

May 12, 2018

Martha A. Llort lives in Lake Forest CA, passed away at the age of 77. Born on December 27, 1940 and passed away on May 12, 2018.

David Myron Yount

David Myron Yount

May 10, 2018

David Myron Yount lives in Anaheim CA, passed away at the age of 58. Born on September 15, 1959 and passed away on May 10, 2018.

Ronald F. Gagnon

Ronald F. Gagnon

May 10, 2018

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to:

Global Genes 28 Argonaut, Suite 150 Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (949) 248-7273 https://globalgenes.org/give/

Gregory Epilone Jr.

Gregory Epilone Jr.

May 10, 2018

Gregory Epilone Jr. lives in Lake Forest CA, passed away at the age of 28. Born on August 15, 1989 and passed away on May 10, 2018.

Gemma Mary Heffernan

Gemma Mary Heffernan

May 10, 2018

Donations: In Honor of Aaron O’Dwyer

Carousel Ranch

34289 Rocking Horse Road

Santa Clarita, Ca 91390

William E. Swiney

William E. Swiney

May 8, 2018

William E. Swiney, 69 of Dove Canyon, California passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2018 of natural causes at home, after his long battle with cancer. Born on January 2, 1949 in Akron, Ohio. He was the son of the late Ford and Chessie Swiney of Akron, Ohio.

William was an alumni of Kent State University where...

Russell Oscea Willson

Russell Oscea Willson

May 8, 2018

Russell Oscea Willson lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 82. Born on April 23, 1936 and passed away on May 08, 2018.

Diane Leona Gafner

Diane Leona Gafner

May 7, 2018

Diane Leona Gafner lives in Dana Point CA, passed away at the age of 80. Born on July 31, 1937 and passed away on May 07, 2018.

Austin James Kruitbosch

Austin James Kruitbosch

May 7, 2018

Austin James Kruitbosch lives in Irvine CA, passed away at the age of 24. Born on September 04, 1993 and passed away on May 07, 2018.

John Patrick Peter Docwra

John Patrick Peter Docwra

May 6, 2018

John Patrick Peter Docwra lives in San Clemente CA, passed away at the age of 66. Born on November 14, 1951 and passed away on May 06, 2018.

Eva Irene Adams

Eva Irene Adams

May 5, 2018

Eva Irene Adams, age 92 of Moreno Valley, CA went peacefully to be with the Lord on Saturday May 5, 2018.  Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother and friend.  Eva is survived by her children Terry Eugene Adams ad Diane Marie Adams-King; five grandchildren, Jason Eugene Adams, Mark S. Goodwin II, Heather Michelle Adams, Melissa Marie Goetze and Devyn...

Luis Esteban Mendoza

Luis Esteban Mendoza

May 5, 2018

Luis Esteban Mendoza lives in Irvine CA, passed away at the age of 87. Born on September 02, 1930 and passed away on May 05, 2018.

Linda Darlene Sarfaty

Linda Darlene Sarfaty

May 5, 2018

Linda Darlene Sarfaty, passed away May 5th, 2018 at the age of 66 years old.  She was born on January 11, 1952 to her loving Mother Victoria Hassan.   Linda is survived by her three wonderful children, twin daughters Shauna Aiello and Shelly Seedorf along with her son David Berlotti. A Grandmother to her Grandsons Christian (25) and Colin (16),...

James Jeffery Nickerson

James Jeffery Nickerson

May 4, 2018

James (“Jimmy”) Nickerson passed away May 4, 2018 with his wife by his side.  He was born September 18, 1949 in Pennsylvania.  At the age of 7 his family moved to San Fernando, California.  In his new neighborhood he met many rodeo riders and Hollywood stuntmen.  Jimmy began riding horses, perfecting his rodeo skills.  He also began boxing as an...

Susan Lapiana

Susan Lapiana

May 3, 2018

In Loving Memory of Susan Marie LaPiana

Our family is deeply saddened to inform you that Susan Marie LaPiana passed away on Thursday, May 3 rd .   As you know, she had been suffering from colon cancer for some time now.  We are relieved that her passing was peaceful and painless.

Her funeral will be...

John Patrick Niemic

John Patrick Niemic

May 2, 2018

J. Patrick Niemic, of Mission Viejo, CA, passed away Tuesday, May 1 st . Pat was born in Erie, PA., on March 28th, 1948. Son of the late Jack Niemic and Regina Brugger Niemic.

He graduated from Strong Vincent High School in 1966. Pat was especially proud of being a United States Marine.

After selling...

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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