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Edith Packer Reisman

Edith Packer Reisman

Feb 4, 2018

Edith Packer, J.D., PhD. was born on Oct. 27, 1924 and passed away on Feb. 4, 2018. She leaves behind a husband, George Reisman, a daughter, Adrienne Packer, and two grandsons, William Packer and Daniel Salmieri. A Holocaust survivor, she lost both parents and an older brother in 1944, when the Holocaust came to Hungary.

Edith requested...

Esther P. Hanson

Esther P. Hanson

Feb 4, 2018

Esther P. Hanson lives in Santa Ana CA, passed away at the age of 87. Born on April 08, 1930 and passed away on February 04, 2018.

Harvey Arlin Wichman

Harvey Arlin Wichman

Feb 2, 2018

Harvey Wichman 1931-2018

Born on November 10, 1931 in Milwaukee, WI, Harvey was the first of five children born to Helen (Bagley) Wichman and Ray Wichman. At age 5 his family moved to Greendale, WI, where he lived until he graduated high school. At age 16 he and his friends formed an Explorer Air Scout...

David Stewart Wells

David Stewart Wells

Feb 1, 2018

David Stewart Wells lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 86. Born on November 08, 1931 and passed away on February 01, 2018.

Kandiah Sanmuganathan

Kandiah Sanmuganathan

Feb 1, 2018

Kandiah Sanmuganathan lives in Foothill Ranch CA, passed away at the age of 76. Born on November 18, 1941 and passed away on February 01, 2018.

Marion Sachiko Shigaki

Marion Sachiko Shigaki

Feb 1, 2018

Marion passed away in her sleep on January 30, 2018, in Glendale, Arizona, after a long illness. She was a long-time resident of Costa Mesa and had moved to Laguna Woods with her husband, Kazuo, and their dog Teddy. They made many friends in Laguna Woods and Kazuo passed away in 2009 following surgery. Marion had never lived alone...

Maynard “Gabe” Gabrielson

Maynard “Gabe” Gabrielson

Jan 31, 2018

Kind, gentle and loved by all, Maynard “Gabe” Gabrielson, 95, passed away peacefully at home on January 31, 2018, surrounded by his loved ones.

Gabe was born August 1, 1922 in Mabel, Minnesota. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Minnesota after serving as a Navy pilot in World War II. Gabe taught...

Richard John Linhard

Richard John Linhard

Jan 31, 2018

Linhard, Richard J. Richard was a beloved father, friend, outdoorsman, and veteran of the US Air Force. He was an avid ballroom dancer, often at the Elks and the Phoenix Club.

He is survived by his long time partner Raeann Theobold; his children Joanie (Joe), Julie (Jim), Jeff, Johnathan, Chris; and his grandchildren Ashley and Jeffrey.

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Jack E. Sweeney

Jack E. Sweeney

Jan 30, 2018

Jack E. Sweeney

Jack E. Sweeney, 87, died peacefully in his sleep the morning of January 30th, 2018. Born in Los Angeles on April 19th, 1930, to Jack J. Sweeney and Helen Richter. He graduated from Cathedral High School in 1947; his father was in the first graduating class in 1928. Jack was drafted into...

Feng Luan Wang

Feng Luan Wang

Jan 30, 2018

Feng Luan Wang lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 90. Born on November 05, 1927 and passed away on January 30, 2018.

Mary Louise Lavery

Mary Louise Lavery

Jan 30, 2018

Mary Louise Lavery lives in Rancho Santa Margarita CA, passed away at the age of 89. Born on October 25, 1928 and passed away on January 30, 2018.

Constance Clough Nute

Constance Clough Nute

Jan 30, 2018

Connie Nute-Petucka passed away peacefully in her home in Mission Viejo, CA on January 30, 2018. She was born on September 9, 1933 in Manchester, NH to Charles and Betty Clough. Connie attended high school at St Joseph’s Girls School and graduated in 1951. She later earned a degree in Nursing from Golden West College. Connie worked as a...

Eddie Faris

Eddie Faris

Jan 30, 2018

Eddie Faris lives in Laguna Niguel CA, passed away at the age of 86. Born on October 15, 1931 and passed away on January 30, 2018.

Elizabeth Frazier Ledoux

Elizabeth Frazier Ledoux

Jan 29, 2018

Elizabeth Frazier Ledoux lives in Hemet CA, passed away at the age of 72. Born on February 15, 1945 and passed away on January 29, 2018.

Kenneth S. Porterfield

Kenneth S. Porterfield

Jan 29, 2018

Kenneth S. Porterfield lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 86. Born on May 25, 1931 and passed away on January 29, 2018.

Linda Marie Westerland

Linda Marie Westerland

Jan 29, 2018

Linda Marie Westerland lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 75. Born on May 02, 1942 and passed away on January 29, 2018.

Maurice W. Coggins

Maurice W. Coggins

Jan 29, 2018

Maurice W. Coggins lives in Laguna Hills CA, passed away at the age of 86. Born on October 02, 1931 and passed away on January 29, 2018.

Madge Elaine Ward

Madge Elaine Ward

Jan 28, 2018

Madge Elaine Ward lives in Laguna Hills CA, passed away at the age of 82. Born on August 26, 1935 and passed away on January 28, 2018.

Kenneth Harold Ovens Jr.

Kenneth Harold Ovens Jr.

Jan 28, 2018

Kenneth Harold Ovens Jr. lives in Laguna Beach CA, passed away at the age of 60. Born on April 15, 1957 and passed away on January 28, 2018.

Cleova Lenore Weinert

Cleova Lenore Weinert

Jan 28, 2018

Cleova Lenore Weinert lives in Laguna Hills CA, passed away at the age of 95. Born on April 15, 1922 and passed away on January 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.


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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