Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Elizabeth Molnar

Elizabeth Molnar

May 10, 2017

Elizabeth "Elly" Molnar passed away peacefully at home on May 10, 2017 and now rests in the hands of the Lord. She was born on April 15, 1923 in Apatin, Hungary, the daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth Szendroy.

Elly enjoyed swimming and tennis during her childhood and throughout her life. She was educated in local schools, and...

Joseph Gillespie

Joseph Gillespie

May 10, 2017

Joseph Gillespie lives in , passed away at the age of 78. Born on November 20, 1938 and passed away on May 10, 2017.

Tina “Liz” Brennan

Tina “Liz” Brennan

May 9, 2017

Tina Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Brennan, a long time resident of Mission Viejo passed away peacefully on May 9, 2017.

Born in 1938 in Jasper Georgia, Liz met and married her sweetheart and best friend Joe in 1959. Together they lived, loved and raised three children.

Liz loved to entertain her friends and family, hosting holidays and...

Richard J. Drexelius

Richard J. Drexelius

May 9, 2017

Richard J. "Dick" Drexelius, MD passed from this life to the next after sudden respiratory failure on May 9th, 2017, at his home in Laguna Beach.

Dick was born on July 19th, 1931 in Cincinnati, Ohio, the only child of Leonard and Helen (Bittner) Drexelius. He was a very intellectual young man and placed first in a...

Virgil Bagayas

Virgil Bagayas

May 8, 2017

Virgil Bagayas lives in , passed away at the age of 69. Born on November 25, 1947 and passed away on May 08, 2017.

Eric Adler

Eric Adler

May 8, 2017

Eric Adler lives in , passed away at the age of 91. Born on August 06, 1925 and passed away on May 08, 2017.

William M. Davis

William M. Davis

May 8, 2017

William M. Davis lives in , passed away at the age of 82. Born on February 28, 1935 and passed away on May 08, 2017.

Cheryl Petrofsky

Cheryl Petrofsky

May 7, 2017

Cheryl Petrofsky lives in , passed away at the age of 70. Born on October 27, 1946 and passed away on May 07, 2017.

Ernesto Llamas

Ernesto Llamas

May 7, 2017

Ernesto Llamas lives in , passed away at the age of 39. Born on May 03, 1978 and passed away on May 07, 2017.

Oscar Vargas

Oscar Vargas

May 6, 2017

Oscar Vargas lives in , passed away at the age of 64. Born on April 21, 1953 and passed away on May 06, 2017.

Deborah Bidock

Deborah Bidock

May 6, 2017

Debbie Newell Bidock February 9, 1958 – May 6, 2017

Debbie Newell Bidock went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday May 6th after a valiant battle with ovarian cancer at the age of 59. The beloved wife of Jim Bidock, Debbie is remembered as a loving, caring wife, sister, aunt, and devout Christian. Always...

Sophie Tustaniwsky

Sophie Tustaniwsky

May 6, 2017

Sophie Tustaniwsky lives in , passed away at the age of 89. Born on January 24, 1928 and passed away on May 06, 2017.

Frank Hanly

Frank Hanly

May 6, 2017

Frank Hanly lives in , passed away at the age of 77. Born on December 23, 1939 and passed away on May 06, 2017.

Carol Falacara

Carol Falacara

May 5, 2017

Carol Falacara, beloved wife and mother, passed away on May 5, 2017 after a months-long battle with stage IV lung cancer. Carol leaves behind her husband, Gary, and a daughter, Elizabeth Lombard, along with an infant grandson, Hudson Lombard. Gary and Elizabeth are dedicating themselves to bringing her memory into Hudson’s life at every opportunity, so that he might...

Patricia Swingle

Patricia Swingle

May 4, 2017

Patricia Swingle lives in , passed away at the age of 92. Born on November 03, 1924 and passed away on May 04, 2017.

Jack Weyer

Jack Weyer

May 2, 2017

Jack Weyer lives in , passed away at the age of 82. Born on May 09, 1934 and passed away on May 02, 2017.

David C. Weir

David C. Weir

May 1, 2017

Lieutenant Colonel David C. Weir, USMC, Ret., 53, of Ladera Ranch, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2017. Those who knew and loved David will forever remember him as a man who shared unyielding kindness, unconditional generosity, wisdom, and humor with those around him; his infectious personality and jovial demeanor truly made this world a brighter place.

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Patricia Moore

Patricia Moore

Apr 29, 2017

Patricia Moore, 75, was born September 15, 1941 to Leo and Helen Cutter of Lockport, New York. Patricia worked as a Medical Records Coder for over 15 years.

Patricia is survived by her sons Jeff Cathcart and his wife Cindy; Chris Cathcart and his wife Kristina; Ken Cathcart and his wife Teresa; Kevin Cathcart and his wife...

Johan Tobon

Johan Tobon

Apr 29, 2017

Johan Tobon lives in , passed away at the age of 5. Born on April 13, 2012 and passed away on April 29, 2017.

Loretta Alspach

Loretta Alspach

Apr 29, 2017

Loretta Alspach lives in , passed away at the age of 80. Born on July 23, 1936 and passed away on April 29, 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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