Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Joseph Burton Swan

Joseph Burton Swan

Nov 13, 2015

Joseph Burton Swan lives in , passed away at the age of 44. Born on May 10, 1971 and passed away on November 13, 2015.

Ignacio A. Lujano

Ignacio A. Lujano

Nov 13, 2015

Ignacio A. Lujano was born in Holbrook Arizona to Jesus Lujano Savala and Francisca Aguilera Valencia, on February 1st, 1924. The eldest of 6 children, to parents who had immigrated from Michoacan, Mexico in search of a better life for their family.

They found their way to Inglewood, California where Ignacio went to elementary school and demonstrated...

Richard L. Ranger

Richard L. Ranger

Nov 12, 2015

Richard L. Ranger lives in , passed away at the age of 92. Born on August 27, 1923 and passed away on November 12, 2015.

Edward J. Majewski

Edward J. Majewski

Nov 11, 2015

Edward J. Majewski (Ed) was born in Chicago, Illinois on September 6, 1915, the youngest of eight children to parents who had emigrated from Europe to the United States in search of a better life for their family.

Growing up through the depression years, Ed answered his country’s call at the beginning of WWII, joining the army...

Jean Ann Stevens

Jean Ann Stevens

Nov 11, 2015

Jean Ann Stevens lives in , passed away at the age of 91. Born on November 11, 1924 and passed away on November 11, 2015.

Paco Guerra

Paco Guerra

Nov 10, 2015

Paco Guerra lives in , passed away at the age of 84. Born on February 12, 1931 and passed away on November 10, 2015.

William Patrick Hayes

William Patrick Hayes

Nov 10, 2015

William "Bill" Patrick Hayes passed away from a sudden massive heart attack on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at the young age of 67.

Bill was born in Long Beach, California on March 2, 1948. He was the 2nd of four children born to James and Marjorie Hayes. After graduating from Millikan High School in Long Beach he...

Marie Tamburello

Marie Tamburello

Nov 10, 2015

Marie Tamburello lives in , passed away at the age of 88. Born on April 07, 1927 and passed away on November 10, 2015.

Douglas B. Hershberger

Douglas B. Hershberger

Nov 9, 2015

Douglas Blaine Hershberger Adoring Husband, Loving Father and Loyal Friend

Let us always remember his smile and laughter that promoted a message of peace, love, and kindness for all people.

On Monday, November 9th, 2015, the Soul and Spirit of Douglas Blaine Hershberger, adoring Husband and loving Father, and caring friend was raised to God's...

Dorothy Helen Klass

Dorothy Helen Klass

Nov 9, 2015

Dorothy Helen Klass lives in , passed away at the age of 89. Born on August 06, 1926 and passed away on November 09, 2015.

Tony James Ganje

Tony James Ganje

Nov 8, 2015

Tony James Ganje died November 8, 2015. He was born in Eagle Butte, South Dakota on June 25, 1927, the eleventh of fourteen children, and he is the last survivor.

He is survived by his wife Mary.

Tony served his country in the Korean War, achieving the rank of captain. He was awarded the bronze...

Eleanor L. Potter

Eleanor L. Potter

Nov 8, 2015

Eleanor Louise Potter, 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at her home in Anaheim CA on 11/08/2015. Eleanor was preceded by her husband, Clifford U. Potter, who died 11/17/2006. Eleanor was born 08/29/1928, to Raymond H. Prothero Sr. & Doris Bargsten Prothero of El Toro, CA.

Eleanor was very active in her church, El Toro...

Geraldine H. Dokos

Geraldine H. Dokos

Nov 6, 2015

Geraldine Huggins Dokos was born 1/22/33 in Ogden Utah. Daughter of Ira and Leona Huggins. Passed 11/6/15, survived by her husband James C. Dokos and 4 daughters Robyn Ellsworth, Heidi Park, Julie Warcup, Teri Draper. Adored by many friends and family, was a beautiful wife and mother. She will be missed but never forgotten. We love you Mom.

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Joe Lavin

Joe Lavin

Nov 3, 2015

Joe Lavin passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at 66 years old. Born in Philadelphia Pa., he and his family moved to California in 1974.

Joe spent the last 46 years with his wife Diane. He is also survived by daughter Monica Ward, son-in-law John and granddaughter MacKenzie. Also surviving Joe are his sister Maureen Erthal,...

Francis E. Bennett

Francis E. Bennett

Nov 2, 2015

Francis Edward (Frank) Bennett

Bennett, Francis Edward (Frank), passed away on November 2, 2015 after a brief illness with Cancer, at the age of 74. Frank was born on January 5, 1941 in New York to Anne and Francis X Bennett. He received a degree in Chemistry from Niagara University and served in the Army. He subsequently...

Mary Therese Chodzko

Mary Therese Chodzko

Nov 2, 2015

Mary Therese Chodzko lives in , passed away at the age of 88. Born on February 23, 1927 and passed away on November 02, 2015.

Lorraine E. Patterson

Lorraine E. Patterson

Nov 1, 2015

Mrs. Lorraine E. Patterson nee Richards passed away quietly on November 1st with her son Mark Patterson at her side.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Floyd “Pat” Patterson; her two married children Lisa Foster, Cambridge, England, and her husband Mark Foley, their son Emile, and her son Mark Patterson and his wife Josette...

Don Robert Flora

Don Robert Flora

Nov 1, 2015

Don Robert Flora, age 81, passed away Sunday, November 1, 2015 in Laguna Beach California. He was born August 23, 1934 in Los Angeles to Hazel Wiseman and Floyd Flora. He is survived by his wife Betty, and children Kelsey Lorene, and Don Robert Jr., and Jenelle Cox, (Mark), Jeffrey (Kathryn), Scott (Paige), and Mont (Robyn). He has 17...

Lawrence J. Klinkhammer

Lawrence J. Klinkhammer

Nov 1, 2015

Lawrence “Larry” John Klinkhammer passed away at Freedom Manor in Lake Forest, California on Sunday, November 1, 2015 at the age of 70.

Larry was born in Inglewood, California on December 9, 1944. After graduating from El Segundo High School in 1962, he went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in History/English in 1967 from California...

Freda Rae Avril

Freda Rae Avril

Oct 31, 2015

Freda Rae Avril lives in , passed away at the age of 97. Born on April 17, 1918 and passed away on October 31, 2015.

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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