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Benjamin David Salkovitz

Benjamin David Salkovitz

Jun 17, 2018

Benjamin David Salkovitz, 21, of Ladera Ranch,CA passed unexpectedly, Sunday, June 17. Ben was born in Exeter, NH on September 3, 1996 to Robert & Gretchen (White) Salkovitz. He is survived by his loving sister Emily Salkovitz, grandmothers Judy Salkovitz and Nancy White, and his beloved aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Ben, currently a student, lived life to its...

Howard C. Bender

Howard C. Bender

Jun 16, 2018

Howard Bender January 11, 1922 – June 16, 2018

Mr. Howard Bender died on Saturday, June 16th surrounded by his loving family.

Howard C. Bender was born in Waterloo, Iowa on January 11, 1922 to Hazel and Lillian Hickle Bender where he lived until his family moved with his younger brother,...

Mary Margaret Tolmachoff

Mary Margaret Tolmachoff

Jun 16, 2018

Mary Margaret Tolmachoff lives in San Clemente CA, passed away at the age of 78. Born on May 09, 1940 and passed away on June 16, 2018.

June Ann Yontos

June Ann Yontos

Jun 16, 2018

June Ann Yontos lives in San Clemente CA, passed away at the age of 71. Born on October 26, 1946 and passed away on June 16, 2018.

Colette Marie Mcgovern

Colette Marie Mcgovern

Jun 13, 2018

Colette Marie McGovern lives in Irvine CA, passed away at the age of 78. Born on March 20, 1940 and passed away on June 13, 2018.

Patricia Esther Guaderrama

Patricia Esther Guaderrama

Jun 13, 2018

Patricia Esther Guaderrama lives in Laguna Hills CA, passed away at the age of 71. Born on May 10, 1947 and passed away on June 13, 2018.

Leonard Francis Maloof

Leonard Francis Maloof

Jun 12, 2018

Donations may be made in Leonard’s name to: Marine Corps League South Coast Detachment 022 http://www.marinecorpsleaguesouthcoast.org/

Hamid Bakian

Hamid Bakian

Jun 11, 2018

Hamid Bakian was born on November 22 nd , 1955 in Tehran, Iran. He was always surrounded by family and friends growing up. At the age of 18 he became the first person in his entire family to live in the United Stated. He went to Virgina Tech where he received his bachelors, and he then went onto the...

Lloyd Donald Gautreaux

Lloyd Donald Gautreaux

Jun 10, 2018

Lloyd Donald Joseph Gautreaux February 14, 1928 to June 10, 2018

Lloyd Donald Joseph Gautreaux, 90, of Laguna Beach, California, passed away on June 10, 2018, at Saddleback Memorial Hospital after a brief illness.  He was surrounded by his family and peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior.  He was predeceased...

Grant Chandler

Grant Chandler

Jun 10, 2018

Grant Chandler lives in Ladera Ranch CA, passed away at the age of 90. Born on May 31, 1928 and passed away on June 10, 2018.

Charlotte Giuliano

Charlotte Giuliano

Jun 7, 2018

Charlotte Giuliano lives in Laguna Woods CA, passed away at the age of 94. Born on March 05, 1924 and passed away on June 07, 2018.

Anna B. Daniel

Anna B. Daniel

Jun 7, 2018

Anna B. Daniel lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 101. Born on November 23, 1916 and passed away on June 07, 2018.

Mary E. Ketcham

Mary E. Ketcham

Jun 6, 2018

Mary E. Ketcham lives in San Juan Capistrano CA, passed away at the age of 71. Born on November 28, 1946 and passed away on June 06, 2018.

Catherine Collins

Catherine Collins

Jun 5, 2018

Catherine Collins lives in San Clemente CA, passed away at the age of 56. Born on August 29, 1961 and passed away on June 05, 2018.

Dr. Ronald Steven Bull

Dr. Ronald Steven Bull

Jun 5, 2018

Dr Ronald Steven Bull, DDS “Steve” was born to Bethel and Robert Bull on July 18, 1950 in Salt Lake City, UT and passed away in Mission Viejo, CA on Tuesday, June 5th, 2018. Steve is  survived by his five children, Heather Hart (Brendon 19, Landon 14), Cindy Rangel (Kya 8), Melanie Stevens (Derek, Brooklynne 6), Scott Bull and...

Ludwig Tony Erzen

Ludwig Tony Erzen

Jun 5, 2018

It is with the heaviest of hearts that I announce the passing of my father, Ludwig T. Erzen on the evening of Tuesday, June 5th, 2018 at the age of 88, at South Global Medical Center in Costa Mesa CA.

I just saw him that day in the hospital, and for the first time ever he told...

Dawn Cherie Orrick

Dawn Cherie Orrick

Jun 5, 2018

Dawn Cherie Orrick 11/26/1960 – 06/05/2018

Our beloved mother, Dawn Cherie Orrick passed away at her home in San Juan Capistrano on June 5, 2018. Born Dawn Cherie Hall to Diane Lambert and David Hall on November 26, 1960, she grew up in Fullerton CA where she attended Troy High School.

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Howard M. Rupp Md

Howard M. Rupp Md

Jun 5, 2018

Howard M. Rupp MD lives in San Clemente CA, passed away at the age of 94. Born on May 09, 1924 and passed away on June 05, 2018.

Patricia Ann Mathias

Patricia Ann Mathias

Jun 4, 2018

In Loving Memory of our Mother

Patricia Ann Mathias

December 10 th , 1933 – June 4 th , 2018-06-20

The life of our mother, Patricia Ann Mathias, was a life filled with such joy, love, and giving of her heart to her family and friends.  From...

Cassandra Esperanza Guerrero

Cassandra Esperanza Guerrero

Jun 4, 2018

Our Beautiful Cassandra Esperanza Guerrero, age 23, passed on Monday, June 4, 2018. Cassandra was born on February 23 rd , 1995 to Alfonso Guerrero and Rosemary Handley Nelson and current Father Richard Nelson.

Cassandra is survived by her Fathers Alfonso Guerrero & Richard Nelson, Rosemary Nelson, Brothers William-James Guerrero, Luis Guerrero, Alex Guerrero, Marco Guerrero 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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