Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Eugene M. Salkeld

Eugene M. Salkeld

Nov 10, 2017

Salkeld, Eugene M.

Gene Salkeld, 85, passed away peacefully at his home in Newport Beach, CA surrounded by family on November 10, 2017. Born in Alhambra, CA on August 16, 1932, Gene attended Loyola High School and Loyola Marymount University where he played intercollegiate basketball. After graduating LMU, Gene earned his CPA and worked 40 years for...

Fosca Tunzi

Fosca Tunzi

Nov 10, 2017

Fosca Tunzi lives in , passed away at the age of 95. Born on February 16, 1922 and passed away on November 10, 2017.

Donald Eachus

Donald Eachus

Nov 10, 2017

Donald Gale Eachus was born on September 21, 1938 in Colorado. He was the fourth of 5 children born to Richard and Gale Eachus.

He graduated from Bellflower HS in June 1956. He served 4 years in the United States Air Force at George AF Base in Victorville as an electrician on fighter jets and two years...

Alvin Dalton

Alvin Dalton

Nov 9, 2017

Alvin Dalton lives in , passed away at the age of 50. Born on May 09, 1967 and passed away on November 09, 2017.

James Velebir

James Velebir

Nov 9, 2017

James Velebir lives in , passed away at the age of 76. Born on March 20, 1941 and passed away on November 09, 2017.

Po Yin Wong

Po Yin Wong

Nov 9, 2017

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Po Yin Wong’s name to the American Heart Association or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Click here to support Charities for Po Yin Wong organized by Chik Wong: www.gofundme.com/charities-for-po-yin-wong

Leonard Houston

Leonard Houston

Nov 9, 2017

Leonard Houston lives in , passed away at the age of 97. Born on December 31, 1919 and passed away on November 09, 2017.

Carolyn Babiuch

Carolyn Babiuch

Nov 7, 2017

Carolyn Babiuch lives in , passed away at the age of 68. Born on August 16, 1949 and passed away on November 07, 2017.

Marcella Emma Darner

Marcella Emma Darner

Nov 7, 2017

Marcella Emma Darner lives in , passed away at the age of 98. Born on December 28, 1918 and passed away on November 07, 2017.

Ralph Andrew Yeager

Ralph Andrew Yeager

Nov 7, 2017

Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, 1st wife Sherley, son Wade (Bud), and sisters Geraldine Loomis, Myra Clark and Donna Jennings.

He is survived by his wife Rhondda, Laguna Woods, CA, son William (Gayle) Yeager, Grand Rapids, daughter Lorena (Rena) Yeager, Grand Rapids, stepsons Dale (Lisa) Gray, Lake Forest, CA, Chris Gray, Perris, CA, one...

Fred R. Thomason

Fred R. Thomason

Nov 7, 2017

Fred Ray Thomason, son of Robert & Roberta (Hooper) Thomason, was born Sept. 11, 1935 in Fairfield, IL and died Nov. 7, 2017 in San Juan Capistrano, CA. Fred grew up in Bakersfield, CA and graduated from Bakersfield High School on Dec. 31, 1955. He married in San Clemente in 1956. He attended Orange Coast for carpenter’s school. Fred...

Lucille Mutart

Lucille Mutart

Nov 5, 2017

Lucille Mutart lives in , passed away at the age of 96. Born on August 29, 1921 and passed away on November 05, 2017.

William Beilharz

William Beilharz

Nov 4, 2017

William Beilharz lives in , passed away at the age of 76. Born on March 15, 1941 and passed away on November 04, 2017.

Ralph Temple

Ralph Temple

Nov 4, 2017

Ralph Temple lives in , passed away at the age of 69. Born on June 16, 1948 and passed away on November 04, 2017.

Gladys Talle

Gladys Talle

Nov 3, 2017

Gladys Talle lives in , passed away at the age of 102. Born on September 06, 1915 and passed away on November 03, 2017.

Frederick S. Morlock

Frederick S. Morlock

Nov 3, 2017

Frederick Starr Morlock – November 3, 2017

Frederick Starr Morlock, 88, of Laguna Woods, CA, beloved husband, father and grandfather, died on November 3, 2017. Fred died after suffering from dementia. He was born January 24, 1929 in New Jersey.

Fred grew up in New Jersey. Fred joined the Air Force Reserves while going to...

Shirley Ann Eastwood

Shirley Ann Eastwood

Nov 3, 2017

Shirley Ann Eastwood, born in Monrovia, California on January the 18th in 1927. She was known as: wife, mother, grandmother, Poopsie, and Mrs. Claus. Shirley passed away on Friday, November 3rd, 2017 at 90 years of age in Mission Viejo, California. She is survived by her husband Leonard D Eastwood of 70 years, and her 9 children, Kathleen Harris,...

Helen Haroutiounian

Helen Haroutiounian

Nov 2, 2017

Helen Haroutiounian lives in , passed away at the age of 92. Born on January 30, 1925 and passed away on November 02, 2017.

Ralph F. Tackes

Ralph F. Tackes

Nov 2, 2017

It is with great sadness that the family of Ralph Frank Tackes announces his passing on Thursday, November 2, 2017.

Ralph was born on November 6, 1929 in Chicago, Illinois to Nicholas and Barbara Tackes. Ralph received his BA from Loyola University and proudly served in the US Navy during the Korean War.

Ralph is...

Patricia A. Sedgwick

Patricia A. Sedgwick

Nov 2, 2017

Patricia A. Sedgwick lives in , passed away at the age of 82. Born on November 29, 1934 and passed away on November 02, 2017.

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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