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Julieta Gawne

Julieta Gawne

Jul 22, 2017

Julieta 'Julie' Morcada Gawne, 54, of Mission Viejo died at 10:38 pm, Saturday, July 22, 2017 at her home in Mission Viejo, California. After a long struggle with metastatic breast cancer, Julie passed away at home with her husband and children by her side.

Julie was born August 31, 1962 in Villaba, Leyte, Philippines to the late...

Daniel M. Morganelli

Daniel M. Morganelli

Jul 22, 2017

Daniel M. Morganelli of San Clemente, CA passed at the age of 91, on July 22, 2017.

He is survived by his son Martin; his granddaughter Jennifer Bieger and her husband Jim; and son-in-law Jim Shaffer. He was predeceased in death by his wife Joyce, and his daughter Marian Shaffer.

Dan was a successful insurance...

Jeffrey Hirn

Jeffrey Hirn

Jul 21, 2017

Jeffrey Edward Hirn January 24th 1947-July 21st 2017

Jeffrey Edward Hirn was born in St. Paul Minnesota on January 24, 1947 to Robert and Elinor Wilson Hirn.  He was the second child in the family, born 20 minutes after his identical twin brother, Gregory.  The twins attended an old brick elementary school in St. Paul that was...

Dolores L. Taylor

Dolores L. Taylor

Jul 21, 2017

Dolores Lucille Taylor, 85, was born June 7, 1932 in Milwaukee, WI and passed away July 21, 2017 in Mission Viejo, CA.

She retired from Disneyland Resort as a Main Gate Hostess working for more than 13 years. Dolores was a loving mother, grandmother and devoted wife who loved her family dearly and lived life to the...

Christopher Nelson

Christopher Nelson

Jul 20, 2017

Christopher Nelson lives in , passed away at the age of 17. Born on February 04, 2000 and passed away on July 20, 2017.

Bertha Strother

Bertha Strother

Jul 20, 2017

Bertha Strother lives in , passed away at the age of 70. Born on October 01, 1946 and passed away on July 20, 2017.

Earl Singleton

Earl Singleton

Jul 20, 2017

Earl Singleton lives in , passed away at the age of 91. Born on February 09, 1926 and passed away on July 20, 2017.

Lisa Ketter

Lisa Ketter

Jul 20, 2017

Lisa Ketter lives in , passed away at the age of 54. Born on April 03, 1963 and passed away on July 20, 2017.

James Brereton

James Brereton

Jul 20, 2017

James Brereton lives in , passed away at the age of 58. Born on August 08, 1958 and passed away on July 20, 2017.

John Gorski

John Gorski

Jul 20, 2017

John Gorski lives in , passed away at the age of 44. Born on December 29, 1972 and passed away on July 20, 2017.

Albino Hernandez

Albino Hernandez

Jul 19, 2017

Albino Hernandez lives in , passed away at the age of 74. Born on August 06, 1942 and passed away on July 19, 2017.

Susan Lee Tyler

Susan Lee Tyler

Jul 18, 2017

Susan Lee Tyler lives in , passed away at the age of 60. Born on June 25, 1957 and passed away on July 18, 2017.

Jimmie Wiley

Jimmie Wiley

Jul 17, 2017

Jimmie Wiley lives in , passed away at the age of 79. Born on September 16, 1937 and passed away on July 17, 2017.

Samuel Cruz Garcia

Samuel Cruz Garcia

Jul 16, 2017

Samuel Cruz Garcia, 71, of Arleta, California, passed from this life and entered the gates of Heaven on Sunday, July 16, 2017.

Sam is survived by his loving children and family.

Funeral services 11 AM, Saturday, July 22nd at Saddleback Church Tent 2, Lake Forest, California 92630. Visitation 9-11 AM, Sunday, July 23rd at O'Connor...

Carol Sue Phillips

Carol Sue Phillips

Jul 15, 2017

CAROL SUE ANDREWS PHILLIPS

Mrs. Sue Phillips, age 85 of 2398 via Mariposa West, Laguna Woods, California died on July 15, 2017 from natural causes. Born Carol Sue Andrews on September 13, 1931 in Huntington, Indiana to George and Helen Andrews. Sue's family lived in South Bend, Indiana until the end of World War Two when her...

Gina Castillo

Gina Castillo

Jul 15, 2017

Gina Castillo lives in , passed away at the age of 57. Born on August 23, 1959 and passed away on July 15, 2017.

Christine F. Lonzello

Christine F. Lonzello

Jul 14, 2017

Christine Felicity Lonzello, JD, (nee Roberts), 68, was born October 9, 1948 in Staten Island, NY and passed away July 14, 2017 at home in Aliso Viejo, CA.

She earned a Bachelor's degree in Business from St. John's University in Staten Island, NY, in 1977. Later, after attending New York Law School she earned her law degree...

Donald Leo Dufault

Donald Leo Dufault

Jul 13, 2017

Donald Leo Dufault, 77, of Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

Don is survived by his wife Gail of 51 years, son Anthony Dufault, Sr. and his wife Rachelle of Ladera Ranch, CA, son Lee Dufault and his wife Lauren of Warrington, VA, daughter, Dia Dufault of Los Angeles, CA, sisters Constance (Dufault) Beaulieu and Claudette (Dufault) Tardiff of...

Peggy Ford Kay

Peggy Ford Kay

Jul 13, 2017

Peggy Ford Kay, 83 years of age, passed away Thursday, July 13, 2017 in her home in Monarch Beach, CA.

Born March 9, 1934 in Moosic, PA, to the late William and Margaret Ford, she was raised in the Wilkes Barre area and attended Hanover High School. The oldest of four children, Peggy went on to begin...

Robert Z. Corrado

Robert Z. Corrado

Jul 12, 2017

Robert (‘Bobby’) Zaiden Corrado, was born February 1, 1945 in Staten Island, NY and passed away unexpectedly July 12, 2017 at home in Mission Viejo, CA.

Bobby earned his Bachelor’s Degree in 1966 from Loyola Marymount University and his law degree in 1969 from the University of San Diego.

He worked from 1969 to 1985...

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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