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James Lynn Bartz

James Lynn Bartz

Sep 20, 2026

James Lynn Bartz (“Jim”) passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026, at the age of 89, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of family, service, scholarship, and an enduring curiosity about the past.

Born in Texas on January 27, 1937, Jim grew up in El Paso alongside his brother, Albert. The two spent part of their childhood at St. Mary’s boarding school...

Twyla Kay Zerwas

Twyla Kay Zerwas

Sep 20, 2026

Twyla Kay Zerwas, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and educator, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026, at the age of 82 in Laguna Niguel, California. Born on May 28, 1944, in Illinois, Twyla was a beacon of compassion and selflessness throughout her life.

Twyla's career spanned years as a dedicated registered nurse before she found her true calling as a...

Brian Warren Olson

Brian Warren Olson

Sep 19, 2026

February 2, 1989 – September 19, 2026

Beloved husband, father, son and son-in-law, brother and brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many passed suddenly while participating in a 30-mile paddle board fundraiser from Avalon to Newport Beach. Brian was born in Pasadena, attended Loyola High School and then USC where he graduated with a degree in international relations. Following graduation, he moved...

Ana Karina Orosco Martinez

Ana Karina Orosco Martinez

Sep 18, 2026

Ana Karina Orosco Martinez

November 28, 1989 – September 18, 2026

Ana Karina Orosco Martinez, 36, passed away on September 18, 2026. She was a beloved daughter, sister, friend, and loving mother to her four-legged daughter, Camila.

Her life was filled with love, strength, and compassion.

Ana was intelligent, resilient, brave, adventurous, and hardworking. She was everyone’s biggest supporter and always made sure the...

Carolyn Mary Zaremba-Campbell

Carolyn Mary Zaremba-Campbell

Sep 14, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carolyn Mary Zaremba-Campbell, who left us peacefully on September 14, 2026, just days shy of her 79th birthday. Born on September 20, 1947, in New Jersey, Carolyn lived a life defined by kindness, warmth, and compassion, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her....

Emma Morales

Emma Morales

Sep 13, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Emma Morales, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, and mother, who departed this life on September 13, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on April 17, 1936, in Mexico City, Emma embodied the spirit of resilience and kindness throughout her life.

Emma’s journey was not without its challenges. She bravely battled breast cancer...

Nancy Irene McHugh

Nancy Irene McHugh

Sep 13, 2026

Nancy Irene McHugh

1941 – 2026

Nancy Irene McHugh, 85, of Mission Viejo, California, passed away on September 13, 2026.

Nancy was born and raised in Dearborn, Michigan. She was a hardworking legal secretary, a devoted homemaker, a loving mother and wife, and, without much question, the boss of the McHugh family.

Nancy shared her life with her beloved husband, (Bud) Marvin Page McHugh....

Theodore Bartholomew "Ted" Fliller

Theodore Bartholomew "Ted" Fliller

Sep 10, 2026

Theodore Bartholomew "Ted" Fliller passed away on September 10, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on September 30, 1936, in New York to Theodore Joseph and Patricia Marie Fliller, Ted lived a life marked by faith, family, and service to others.

Ted earned degrees in liberal arts and electrical engineering from Marquette University and later completed his Executive MBA at...

Mehdi Rotabi

Mehdi Rotabi

Sep 8, 2026

The journey of a life started in Kermanshah, Iran, and expanded through his love for education and philosophy that drove his inner desire for growth. At the young age of 14 he left home to go to school 300 miles away in Abadan, this would be his gateway to the world. His journey was accompanied by an amazing Wife Shahla...

Elizabeth "Beth" Ellen Breazeale

Elizabeth "Beth" Ellen Breazeale

Sep 8, 2026

Elizabeth “Beth” Ellen Breazeale

Elizabeth “Beth” Ellen Breazeale is lovingly remembered today by her closest family and friends. Beth was born on August 15, 1957, in San Angelo, Texas, to Bob Breazeale and Delores Breazeale. She passed away September 8, 2026 in her beautiful home in Lagua Woods.

Beth attended San Angelo public schools and was an active member of the San...

Janie Stowe

Janie Stowe

Sep 8, 2026

Janie Marie Stowe, 79, of Coto De Caza, CA, passed away on September 8th, 2026, at Saddleback Memorial ICU after a long battle with bone marrow cancer, and heart and kidney failure.

Janie was born on April 27, 1947, in Altadena, CA to Richard Otho Norton and Alice Marie Sealy. Raised in Riverside, CA she met her husband, Wayne, at a...

Christopher Evan Pappas

Christopher Evan Pappas

Sep 6, 2026

Christopher Evangelos Pappas, 57, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 5, 2026. He was born in Long Beach, California, the son of Catherine and Dino Pappas. Chris and his younger sister, Tina, grew up in the Orange County suburb of Laguna Niguel, just miles from the beach on a quiet, palm tree-lined cul-de-sac. Always proud of his Greek...

Michael Anthony Bowley

Michael Anthony Bowley

Sep 5, 2026

Michael Anthony Bowley, 80, passed peacefully on September 5, 2026, after an extensive battle with Alzheimer’s.

Born in the Philippines, Mike was the eldest of four children of Alfred and Juliana Bowley. His parents and brother, Richard, preceded him in death. He is survived by his two brothers, Charles Bowley of Highland, California, and Alan Bowley of Fort Worth, Texas.

Mike was...

Linda Wakeman

Linda Wakeman

Sep 3, 2026

Linda Folts Malfanti Wakeman went home to be with the Lord on September 3, 2026, passing away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on August 30, 1943, in San Francisco.

She was preceded in death by the love of her life and Christine and Jennifer’s father, Robert Malfanti, who tragically passed away of a brain tumor in 1981....

Obituaries for O'Connor Mortuary

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