Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Leda C. Mckinley

Leda C. Mckinley

Feb 27, 2017

Leda C. McKinley, 89, of Laguna Woods, CA passed away on February 27, 2017 from natural causes. She was born June 23, 1927 in Boise, Idaho to Arthur and Ida Christensen. The family moved to Salinas, California, where Leda met and married Jack Williamson; they had one daughter, Karen. Leda remarried and had a son, Gary Alan Loe Freimuth,...

Jeanenne Lynn Evett

Jeanenne Lynn Evett

Feb 27, 2017

Jeanenne Lynn Evett, aged 87, of Laguna Woods, California died peacefully on February 27th, 2017. Jeanenne was born on April 26, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Samuel and Opal Schneider. Jeanenne had an exciting career with American Airlines as a stewardess, and it was during this time she met, and married James L. Rodolff, on March 4,...

Carmen Johnson

Carmen Johnson

Feb 26, 2017

Carmen Johnson lives in , passed away at the age of 86. Born on August 30, 1930 and passed away on February 26, 2017.

Evelyn Grace Larimore

Evelyn Grace Larimore

Feb 26, 2017

Evelyn “Evie” Grace Ward Larimore

Passed away February 26, 2017

Her viewing and funeral are being held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Shorcliffs building, 470 Camino San Clemente, San Clemente, CA 92672 at 9:00 (Viewing) and (Funeral) 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 4, 2017. Her interment at Pacific View Memorial Park,...

Helen E. White

Helen E. White

Feb 26, 2017

Helen Elizabeth Ellis White passed away on February 26, 2017 at the age of 93. For her last nine days, Helen was under hospice care in her home in Mission Viejo, after suffering a stroke. She was surrounded by her family members, who showered her with affection and words of love and appreciation, and who kept her comfortable, serene...

J.C. Hale

J.C. Hale

Feb 25, 2017

JJ.C. Hale, age 73, died February 25, 2017 after a long battle with cancer. He was a true fighter who gave it all he had. A Celebration of Life will be held at O’Connor Mortuary, 25301 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 at 1:00pm on Saturday, March 11. Following the service there will be a gathering with food included...

Dorothy Mary Hurst

Dorothy Mary Hurst

Feb 25, 2017

Dorothy Mary Hurst peacefully passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2017. She had been a patient at Kindred Hospital, recovering from surgery. She was born on June 7, 1926 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Robert and Marie Heller.

Dorothy loved the Lord and always set the example for her family with her words and actions. She is now...

William Grover Smith

William Grover Smith

Feb 24, 2017

William Grover Smith, Jr., 94, the son of William Grover Smith, Sr. and Annie Davis Freeman Smith, was born August 13, 1922 in Harrodsburg, Kentucky and passed away February 24, 2017 at his home in Trabuco Canyon, California.  After high school, William honorably served his country in the U.S. Army.  After his military service, he worked as an Electrical...

Donald Willingham

Donald Willingham

Feb 24, 2017

Donald Willingham lives in , passed away at the age of 86. Born on April 19, 1930 and passed away on February 24, 2017.

Theodore C. Lauriano

Theodore C. Lauriano

Feb 22, 2017

In Honor of His Life March 28, 1943 – February 22, 2017

THEODORE COSTA LAURIANO JR. (Ted Lauriano)

73 years old, of Laguna Hills California, passed away on February 22, 2017 in Irvine CA.

Ted Lauriano was born in Oahu, Hawaii on March 28, 1943. At the age of 13, he had made...

John William Sons

John William Sons

Feb 21, 2017

John William Sons lives in , passed away at the age of 92. Born on February 27, 1924 and passed away on February 21, 2017.

James E. Kraushaar

James E. Kraushaar

Feb 20, 2017

James E Kraushaar, 92 passed away peacefully on Feb. 20, 2017. James grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. Attended Miami University of Ohio. James was a Physical Therapist by trade. He was a wonderful husband to wife Gertrude of 50 years and wife Rita of 17 years. James was also a loving father to sons Jeffrey and James. He is...

Ali Sheedeh

Ali Sheedeh

Feb 19, 2017

Ali Sheedeh lives in , passed away at the age of 67. Born on June 25, 1949 and passed away on February 19, 2017.

Julaine Vee Landreth

Julaine Vee Landreth

Feb 19, 2017

Julaine Vee Landreth lives in , passed away at the age of 83. Born on May 06, 1933 and passed away on February 19, 2017.

Richard A. Ciolek

Richard A. Ciolek

Feb 19, 2017

Richard A. Ciolek lives in , passed away at the age of 78. Born on October 04, 1938 and passed away on February 19, 2017.

Sheryl Lynn Callen

Sheryl Lynn Callen

Feb 18, 2017

Sheryl Lynn Callen, 62, of Rancho Santa Margarita, California, died February 18, 2016 of breast cancer metastasized throughout brain and body. Her daughter Carrie was by her side as she slipped away peacefully in their home.

Sheri was born in Los Angeles on July 22, 1954, second child and only daughter of Daniel and Aletta Kafton. She...

Virginia Mary Owens

Virginia Mary Owens

Feb 17, 2017

Virginia Mary Owens lives in , passed away at the age of 92. Born on November 26, 1924 and passed away on February 17, 2017.

Kay Surak

Kay Surak

Feb 16, 2017

Kay Surak was born Catherine Strongosky on January 8, 1925 in Reitz #2, a small coal mining town near Cairnbrook, Pennsylvania. She was the fourth of eleven children born to Nicholai and Christina Strongosky, who had immigrated to the United States from Austria-Hungary, just after the turn of the Century.

As a child, Kay enjoyed playing hopscotch,...

William P. Christie

William P. Christie

Feb 16, 2017

William “Bill” Patrick Christie, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, passed away on February 16, 2017, surrounded by loved ones after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. He was born in East Cleveland, Ohio on May 24, 1941 to George and Margaret Christie. He grew up in the South Euclid area graduating from St. Joseph Catholic High School in...

Herbert Schwartz

Herbert Schwartz

Feb 15, 2017

Herbert was an inspirational man. Born in 1917, he lived almost an entire century before his unexpected passing on February 15, 2017. Born and raised in New York City, he earned a bachelor’s degree from NYU in Accounting. He moved to Providence, RI before enlisting in the U.S. Coast Guard in 1941. He married Ada Schwartz in 1942 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.


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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