Obituaries

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Donald W. Swindle

Donald W. Swindle

Dec 30, 2016

Swindle, Donald Walter, 83, passed away on Friday, December 30, after a brief illness. Donald was born December 5, 1933 in Tucson, Arizona. He is survived by his sons, Carl (Jodi), Robert (Cathy), 6 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, his sister-in-law, Annette (Bill) Sams, and brother-in-law, Paul (Margaret) Larmour. He was preceded in death by his bride of 61 years,...

Donald E. Andersen

Donald E. Andersen

Dec 30, 2016

Donald Emil Andersen, son of Emil and Ragnhild (Sund) Andersen, died December 30, 2016 in Orange County, CA at the age of 93.

He is survived by Joan Ruth (Kauffold) Andersen, his wife of 67 years; sons David Paul and Douglas Lee; his daughters-in-law Catherine and Laurie; granddaughters Michelle Enriquez, Marie Andersen, Christy Andersen, Ashley Lapka and...

Marissa L. Villanueva

Marissa L. Villanueva

Dec 27, 2016

Marissa L. Villanueva lives in , passed away at the age of 58. Born on February 27, 1958 and passed away on December 27, 2016.

James D. Decker

James D. Decker

Dec 27, 2016

James D. Decker lives in , passed away at the age of 59. Born on October 29, 1957 and passed away on December 27, 2016.

Nick Michael Pagan

Nick Michael Pagan

Dec 26, 2016

Nick Michael Pagan lives in , passed away at the age of 95. Born on November 01, 1921 and passed away on December 26, 2016.

Jean Marie Kelly

Jean Marie Kelly

Dec 26, 2016

Jean Marie Kelly passed away peacefully on December 26, 2016, at her home in Marbella Country Club, San Juan Capistrano. Jean was born July 19, 1944, in Lancaster, Ohio. She was a graduate of Bloom-Carroll High School, in Carroll, Ohio where she was a majorette with the marching band. Upon graduation, Jean earned her Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) designation...

Betty Jean Kolstoe

Betty Jean Kolstoe

Dec 25, 2016

Betty Kolstoe passed away quietly in her sleep on Christmas Day – 2016. She was an extraordinary individual – accomplished in her own right and a pioneer as a woman working in the field of higher education.

A native Californian – Betty was born on December 18, 1927 to Edgar Pearce and Dana McCoy. She developed a...

Pauline C. Lawrence

Pauline C. Lawrence

Dec 25, 2016

Pauline Lawrence "Paula" passed away peacefully in her sleep early Christmas morning, at the age of 95.  Our lord wanted her to come home on this special day to give out her famous hugs to everyone in heaven.

Paula was born in Funk, Nebraska on June 21, 1921 and grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska. Paula is preceded...

Javier Maldonado

Javier Maldonado

Dec 25, 2016

Javier Maldonado lives in , passed away at the age of 60. Born on July 09, 1956 and passed away on December 25, 2016.

William E. Wilkinson

William E. Wilkinson

Dec 23, 2016

William Everett Wilkinson, 84, was born September 12, 1932 in Long Beach, CA and passed away at home in Newport Beach, CA on December 23, 2016.

William earned his Bachelor's Degree in 1954 from Santa Clara University. He proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War, earning the rank of First Lieutenant and was honorably...

Michael “Mikey” Antino

Michael “Mikey” Antino

Dec 23, 2016

Michael (Mikey) Antino passed away on December 23, 2016 in Laguna Hills, California, he was 84.

Michael was born on March 5, 1932 in Brooklyn, New York to parents, Ralph and Florence Antino. He served in the US Army from 1949 to 1953, spending two years stationed in Okinawa during the Korean War. In 1954 he married...

Frank R. Heinrich

Frank R. Heinrich

Dec 22, 2016

Frank Heinrich was a loving Husband/Partner, Father, Grandfather, and Friend. He passed away at his home on December 22, 2016. He will be dearly missed by all that knew him.

Frank was an engineer’s engineer. He was relentless when it came to solving a problem that seemed unsolvable. In the 1980’s and 1990’s, Frank was instrumental in...

Thomas F. Duffy

Thomas F. Duffy

Dec 21, 2016

Thomas F. Duffy lives in , passed away at the age of 86. Born on August 05, 1930 and passed away on December 21, 2016.

Robert J. Vrabel

Robert J. Vrabel

Dec 21, 2016

Robert J. Vrabel lives in , passed away at the age of 78. Born on June 21, 1938 and passed away on December 21, 2016.

Angelina H. Franco

Angelina H. Franco

Dec 20, 2016

Angelina H. Franco lives in , passed away at the age of 70. Born on June 02, 1946 and passed away on December 20, 2016.

Vito W. Alleluia

Vito W. Alleluia

Dec 19, 2016

Vito W. Alleluia lives in , passed away at the age of 83. Born on June 22, 1933 and passed away on December 19, 2016.

Marilyn Buth

Marilyn Buth

Dec 19, 2016

Marilyn Buth, 65, was born July 29, 1951 in Long Beach, CA and passed away December 19, 2016 in Irvine, CA.

Marilyn worked as an Administrative Assistant for the County of Orange Fire Authority for 20 years.

Marilyn is survived by her husband Terry R. Buth; son, Chad McComb; daughters Kim McComb and her husband...

Patricia Ann Rodgers

Patricia Ann Rodgers

Dec 19, 2016

Patricia Ann Rodgers passed into the arms of Jesus on December 19, 2016 at the age of 86 in Mission Viejo, CA. She was born Patricia Ann Lapitz to parents Theodore and Rosalind Lapitz on November 30, 1930 in La Crosse, Wisconsin. She was the first of two children.

She later attended St. Teresa’s College where she...

Daniel C. Pettyjohn

Daniel C. Pettyjohn

Dec 19, 2016

Daniel C. Pettyjohn lives in , passed away at the age of 67. Born on April 24, 1949 and passed away on December 19, 2016.

Jess L. Miller

Jess L. Miller

Dec 19, 2016

Jess L. Miller lives in , passed away at the age of 83. Born on November 14, 1933 and passed away on December 19, 2016.

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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