Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Alvin Leonard Kirtz

Alvin Leonard Kirtz

Aug 1, 2015

Alvin Leonard Kirtz lives in , passed away at the age of 94. Born on December 19, 1920 and passed away on August 01, 2015.

Carlo Celosia

Carlo Celosia

Aug 1, 2015

Carlo was a beloved father, husband, son, brother and friend who served in all roles 110%. He will be missed tremendously.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made at the following website, which will go towards Audrey and Giancarlo’s 529 scholarship funds.

http://carlocelosia.mydagsite.com

Walter “Wally” O’Hara

Walter “Wally” O’Hara

Jul 29, 2015

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org.

David B. Smilgys

David B. Smilgys

Jul 27, 2015

David B. Smilgys lives in , passed away at the age of 57. Born on September 26, 1957 and passed away on July 27, 2015.

Shirley Mae Longfield

Shirley Mae Longfield

Jul 24, 2015

Shirley Mae Dunker Longfield, May 14, 1927 to July 24, 2015, passed away at the age of 88. She is survived by her three sons, John and wife Robin, Jim and wife Merrie, and Joe and wife Myra; her five grandchildren Dean, Michael, Sarah, Luke, and Jennie; and her sisters Geri Dunker and Judy Karlson.

Shirley was...

Carmela A. Larusso

Carmela A. Larusso

Jul 24, 2015

Carmela A. LaRusso lives in , passed away at the age of 94. Born on April 27, 1921 and passed away on July 24, 2015.

David Charles Griffin

David Charles Griffin

Jul 22, 2015

David Charles Griffin, of Trabuco Canyon, passed away July 22, 2015 in Carson City, Nevada.

David was born on December 1, 1943 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Robert & Beatrice Griffin. He came to California with his family in 1948 and attended Arroyo High School in El Monte, California, Class of 1961. That same year, David proudly entered...

Stephen Scala

Stephen Scala

Jul 21, 2015

STEPHEN SCALA, PE, (Steve) of Mission Viejo, CA, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2015. He was 94 years of age. Born and raised in Bayonne, NJ, he later resided in Iselin and Nutley, NJ, for many years before moving to Mission Viejo, CA, in 1986. Loving husband of Rosemary (Nee Gralla), and father of Joan Tipold (Frank), Carol...

Alice L. Shimko

Alice L. Shimko

Jul 19, 2015

Alice L. Shimko

Alice Louise (Kalmback) Shimko, age 82 of San Juan Capistrano, peacefully earned her angel wings on Sunday July 19, 2015. She was at home surrounded by her husband and children.

Born on May 22, 1933 in Lambertville New Jersey, she was the second of seven children, the daughter of Walter and Eva...

Antonina E. Salamanca

Antonina E. Salamanca

Jul 18, 2015

Antonina E. Salamanca lives in , passed away at the age of 95. Born on May 10, 1920 and passed away on July 18, 2015.

Edward C. Mcdonald

Edward C. Mcdonald

Jul 15, 2015

Edward C. McDonald lives in , passed away at the age of 46. Born on July 26, 1968 and passed away on July 15, 2015.

Peter J. Fuerst

Peter J. Fuerst

Jul 14, 2015

Peter J. Fuerst, 73, of Irvine, CA passed away on July 14, 2015 at St. Joseph Hospital in Orange, surrounded by his loving family. Peter was a devoted and loyal man to his family and friends. Peter grew up in Dubuque, Iowa and graduated from Wahlert High School in 1960. He entered the U.S. Air Force and was stationed...

John James Barnes

John James Barnes

Jul 14, 2015

BARNES, JOHN JAMES

Jack was born on December 21, 1930 in Mt. Carmel, PA. He is the son of John and Mary (Sebes) Barnes. Jack spent much of his childhood in Bridgeport CT. He died on July 14. His home was in Aliso Viejo, CA.

Jack joined the Navy on December 26, 1947 and served...

Joseph T. Fleming

Joseph T. Fleming

Jul 14, 2015

Joseph Timothy Fleming's charmed life came to a peaceful end on July 14, 2015, twenty months after being diagnosed with lung cancer. Although he only graced this world for 60 years, Joe lived an amazing life filled with love, happiness, and adventure. The 7th of 12 children born to Edward and Elizabeth Fleming, Joe spent a happy childhood in...

Joyce J. Harrington

Joyce J. Harrington

Jul 14, 2015

Joyce J. Harrington lives in , passed away at the age of 83. Born on September 19, 1931 and passed away on July 14, 2015.

Erickson Abadilla

Erickson Abadilla

Jul 10, 2015

Erickson Abadilla lives in , passed away at the age of 59. Born on January 21, 1956 and passed away on July 10, 2015.

Sharon Lee Van Benthem

Sharon Lee Van Benthem

Jul 9, 2015

Sharon Lee Van Benthem (Jensen), 58 years old, of San Juan Capistrano passed away unexpectedly Thursday July 9th at her sister’s home in Laguna Niguel, California. Sharon was born January 21, 1957 in Hartford, Connecticut to Richmond and Constance Jensen. She has one sister, Cheryl Ann Osman (Jensen). Sharon married Paul J. Van Benthem on June 25, 1977 in...

Carolyn Janet Niblo

Carolyn Janet Niblo

Jul 7, 2015

Carolyn Janet Niblo, born November 24, 1939 in Greeneville, Tennessee, passed away July 7, 2015 in Mission Viejo surrounded by her family and loved ones. Carolyn was the older of two children born to Marion and Leota Lamb. In 1955, the Lamb family moved from Tennessee to Glendale. Carolyn graduated from Hoover High School in 1958 and earned her...

Bill G. Cooper

Bill G. Cooper

Jul 7, 2015

Bill G Cooper peacefully went to be with the Lord on July 7, 2015 in Laguna Hills, CA at the age of 86.

Bill is survived by his wife, Dorothy Cooper, children, Mark Cooper and wife Teresa, Brad Cooper and wife Chloe, and Mark Cowan and wife Ashlee. He is preceded in death by his parents Guy...

Patrick Joe Hope

Patrick Joe Hope

Jul 5, 2015

Patrick Joe Hope lives in , passed away at the age of 71. Born on February 27, 1944 and passed away on July 05, 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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