Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

John S. Kistner

John S. Kistner

Oct 11, 2015

John Steven Kistner passed away on October 11, 2015 at his home in Menifee, CA, with his loving wife by his side. John was born in Bakersfield, CA on October 30, 1946, and lived most of his childhood in West Los Angeles, where he met and kept special friends for the rest of his life.

John attended...

Florence T. Scanlan

Florence T. Scanlan

Oct 11, 2015

Florence Teresa Scanlan, 84, aka Granny Flo, left us for heaven on October 11, 2015. She called Laguna Woods her home for the last 30 years. After dealing with dementia, and a lingering cold she succumbed at Mission Hospital, where she had worked as a registered dietician until she retired 10 years ago.

Florence was a woman...

Raed Moughabghab

Raed Moughabghab

Oct 10, 2015

Raed Moughabghab lives in , passed away at the age of 48. Born on May 21, 1967 and passed away on October 10, 2015.

Viewras Erskine

Viewras Erskine

Oct 8, 2015

Viewras Erskine lives in , passed away at the age of 89. Born on February 03, 1926 and passed away on October 08, 2015.

Marilyn Louise Cova

Marilyn Louise Cova

Oct 7, 2015

Marilyn Cova of Ladera Ranch, CA died Wednesday after a long illness, surrounded by the children she loved.

Family was always the center of Marilyn's life. She doted on her children and grandchildren, and in 2006 took her extended family on a Mediterranean cruise. She never wanted a family gathering to end, and would fight to stay...

Patricia Jane Carlson

Patricia Jane Carlson

Oct 7, 2015

Patricia (Pat) Jane McGinity Carlson peacefully passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2015, in Brea, CA, one day before her 77th birthday. Pat was born on October 8, 1938, in Santa Monica, CA.

Pat’s childhood was greatly impacted with tragedy. At age 5, she lost her father to cancer; and at age 16, her mother died in...

Lynn Imus

Lynn Imus

Oct 7, 2015

Lynn K. Imus October 3, 1941 – October 7, 2015

Lynn Kirby Imus passed away from pancreatic cancer on Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at his home in Laguna Hills, CA at the age of 74. Lynn was born in Omaha, NE on October 3, 1941. He attended Dearborn High School in Dearborn, MI, where he met his...

Frank E. Mehner

Frank E. Mehner

Oct 6, 2015

Frank Erhard Mehner August 1, 1921 to October 6, 2015

Frank Mehner passed away on October 6, 2015 in Lake Forest, California. He was residing with his wife and soulmate of 65 years, Louise. Frank had recently celebrated his 94th birthday.

Frank was born in Dresden, Germany to Karl Erhard Mehner and Hermine Kruse. His...

Patricia F. Greening

Patricia F. Greening

Oct 5, 2015

Patricia F. Greening lives in , passed away at the age of 87. Born on October 26, 1927 and passed away on October 05, 2015.

Dick Van Treijen

Dick Van Treijen

Oct 4, 2015

Dick Van Treijen lives in , passed away at the age of 70. Born on December 16, 1944 and passed away on October 04, 2015.

Casey T. Parajeckas

Casey T. Parajeckas

Oct 1, 2015

Casey T. Parajeckas lives in , passed away at the age of 41. Born on November 28, 1973 and passed away on October 01, 2015.

Patrick Allen Melvin

Patrick Allen Melvin

Sep 30, 2015

Patrick Allen Melvin lives in , passed away at the age of 35. Born on March 12, 1980 and passed away on September 30, 2015.

Rosemary A. Ehlis

Rosemary A. Ehlis

Sep 30, 2015

Rosemary A. Ehlis lives in , passed away at the age of 94. Born on February 16, 1921 and passed away on September 30, 2015.

Cassidy Ann Cruz

Cassidy Ann Cruz

Sep 29, 2015

Cassidy Ann Cruz lives in , passed away at the age of 29. Born on July 22, 1986 and passed away on September 29, 2015.

Shirley Ann Adams

Shirley Ann Adams

Sep 28, 2015

Shirley Ann Adams, 83, died of natural causes in Mission Viejo on September 28th at 1:53pm. She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Adams and her daughter Karen (Adams) Moheit. Shirley is survived by her son Michael and two grandsons, Cory and Trevor Moheit.

Shirley was primarily a homemaker and mother. She was much loved...

Shannon Conroy Taylor

Shannon Conroy Taylor

Sep 27, 2015

Shannon Conroy Taylor died at the age of 45 after an incredibly courageous battle with breast cancer. Shannon passed away quietly and at peace in her Laguna Niguel home surrounded by loving family members on September 27.

Shannon was a deeply devoted mother and loving wife. She created lasting and connected friendships throughout her life, and was...

Beatrice F. Marting

Beatrice F. Marting

Sep 26, 2015

Beatrice Frances (Shult) Marting was called home on Saturday 9/26/2015. She is survived by her husband, Lou Marting, and children Paul (Sandi), Eileen and Keith; grandchildren Kenan and Selah; brothers Donald (Julie) and Richard (Marilyn) and sister-in-law Marcia.

Memorial Services are to be held at:

• 2:30 pm on Sunday 11/8/2015 at Abiding Savior Lutheran...

Felix Joseph Loiacono

Felix Joseph Loiacono

Sep 25, 2015

Felix (Phil) Loiacono, age 73, born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. A lifelong realtor, he died in Dana Point on 9/25/15 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer for 5+ years. His positive attitude throughout it all was an inspiration to everyone. His daughter and grandchildren were the light of his life. He touched the lives of many family and friends...

Edith M. Erbst

Edith M. Erbst

Sep 24, 2015

Edith Erbst was blessed with adventure and good fortune in her life that she could never have imagined while growing up as a young girl in the peaceful small town of Bergfriede, East Prussia, before WWII. As the youngest of the seven children of the town's Burgermeister, August Raffel and his wife Ottilie, her father's need for her work...

Peggy Ann Avants

Peggy Ann Avants

Sep 23, 2015

Peggy Ann Avants lives in , passed away at the age of 73. Born on April 23, 1942 and passed away on September 23, 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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