Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Phillip Stewart Charis

Phillip Stewart Charis

Jun 21, 2015

Photographic world mourns the loss of legendary portrait photographer, Phillip Stewart Charis 1927 – 2015

A career spanning over 60 years, Phillip Stewart Charis, M. Photog. Cr., F-ASP, FIBP, ARPS, has made a lasting impression on the photographic world. As a master craftsman, Charis had a unique approach to his work and was known for his formal...

Joan P. Toulouse

Joan P. Toulouse

Jun 21, 2015

Joan P. Toulouse lives in , passed away at the age of 73. Born on October 01, 1941 and passed away on June 21, 2015.

Saralee A. Sheehan

Saralee A. Sheehan

Jun 19, 2015

Saralee A. (Smith) Sheehan, 48, of Coto de Caza, CA passed away at home on Friday June 19, 2015. Preceded in death by her loving father, Howard Lee Smith, a U.S. Army Major and decorated Korean War veteran, Saralee is survived by her husband of 24 years, Patrick; her beloved daughters Shannon Maria and Megan Isabel Sheehan; her loving...

Mary Virginia Martin

Mary Virginia Martin

Jun 18, 2015

Mary Virginia Wiss Martin Daughter of Joe and Mary Jane Wiss November 9, 1961 – June 18, 2015 Extraordinary Mother, Daughter, Wife and Friend Served her Faith. Served the Lord. Served her Families. Like a Shepherd to her flock. She attended University of Missouri, St. Louis. She was married and moved to Orange California December 1990. She found her...

Lyle Arthur Owens

Lyle Arthur Owens

Jun 18, 2015

Lyle Arthur Owens lives in , passed away at the age of 67. Born on January 02, 1948 and passed away on June 18, 2015.

Mary Ann Hanks

Mary Ann Hanks

Jun 16, 2015

Mary Ann Roubik Hanks, age 74, passed away on June 16, 2015 ending her challenges with multiple illnesses and finally succumbing to her battle with lung cancer.

Mary Ann was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on October 11, 1940, the youngest sibling to two older brothers. She is survived by her devoted daughter Debbie, loving granddaughter Megan and...

Silke Marita Dorsz

Silke Marita Dorsz

Jun 15, 2015

Silke Marita Dorsz lives in , passed away at the age of 46. Born on November 01, 1968 and passed away on June 15, 2015.

Roger A. Burg

Roger A. Burg

Jun 12, 2015

Roger A. Burg, 82, passed away June 12, 2015 in Laguna Niguel, CA.

Raised in West Palm Beach, FL and graduated from U of Florida in 1954 with a BSME degree, he spent 35 years in Aerospace. He retired from Rockwell International in 1991 as Director of Advanced Launch System.

His career focused on Propulsion...

Dorothy J. Dodds

Dorothy J. Dodds

Jun 11, 2015

Dorothy J. Dodds July 9, 1916 – June 11, 2015

Dorothy J. Dodds, 98, of Laguna Woods, California, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2015 of natural causes. Dorothy was born in Lexington, Missouri on July 9, 1916 to Mr. and Mrs. Ralph R. Johnson, the oldest of three children. The family relocated to California, where Dorothy...

Debra Klukan Azalde

Debra Klukan Azalde

Jun 11, 2015

Debbie Azalde, age 57, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2015 following a long illness which she courageously fought without complaint.

Debbie was born in Inglewood, CA, March 22, 1958. She is survived by her husband Carlos of 24 years and children Daniel and Christian, her father Stanley and sister Sandi.

Debbie met her husband...

Brett Thomas Foster

Brett Thomas Foster

Jun 10, 2015

Brett Thomas Foster, 38, of Anaheim Hills, beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, unexpectedly passed away on June 10, 2015. Brett was born March 14, 1977 in Concord, California.

Brett grew up in Riverside, California playing baseball and soccer, and graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1995 where he excelled in football. Brett attended USC, attaining...

Marguerite L. Runzler

Marguerite L. Runzler

Jun 8, 2015

Marguerite L. Runzler lives in , passed away at the age of 87. Born on June 20, 1927 and passed away on June 08, 2015.

Elena Delia Cupo

Elena Delia Cupo

Jun 4, 2015

Elena Delia Cupo lives in , passed away at the age of 92. Born on November 30, 1922 and passed away on June 04, 2015.

Frank R. Gamble

Frank R. Gamble

Jun 4, 2015

Frank Gamble, age 82, passed away at home peacefully on Thursday, June 4, 2015 after a long illness.

Frank was born in Michigan, January 11, 1933. Frank's wife Mary of 42 years and son Frank predeceased him. He is survived by his daughters Maura, Catharine and Lisa, sons-in-law Geoff, Dale and Phil, 9 grandchildren and 2 great...

Paul A. O’Malley

Paul A. O’Malley

Jun 1, 2015

Paul A. O’Malley lives in , passed away at the age of 77. Born on June 13, 1937 and passed away on June 01, 2015.

Wallace Ellsworth Jeffs

Wallace Ellsworth Jeffs

May 28, 2015

Wallace Ellsworth Jeffs lives in , passed away at the age of 88. Born on November 09, 1926 and passed away on May 28, 2015.

Dolores Ann Eaton

Dolores Ann Eaton

May 27, 2015

Dolores Ann Eaton lives in , passed away at the age of 85. Born on January 11, 1930 and passed away on May 27, 2015.

Mary E. Harvey

Mary E. Harvey

May 26, 2015

Mary Elizabeth Harvey passed away on May 26, 2015 at her home in Laguna Hills, California from the ongoing effects of multiple sclerosis.

Mary leaves behind her husband of almost 47 years Richard; her son Matthew and his wife Amanda; son Nicholas; grandson Nicholas II; sisters Judy and Nancy; and numerous nephews, nieces and friends, each of...

Martin A. Frankenreiter

Martin A. Frankenreiter

May 26, 2015

Martin Ambrose Frankenreiter, 68, lost his eight-month battle with leukemia and passed away Tuesday, May 26th, 2015 in his home in Mission Viejo, California.

Marty was born September 29, 1946 to Mary and Merrill Frankenreiter in St Louis, Missouri. After graduating from high school he joined the navy. After being discharged, he moved to California where he...

Nathan James Lindsay

Nathan James Lindsay

May 25, 2015

Major General Nathan 'Nate' James Lindsay

Major General Nathan 'Nate' James Lindsay, USAF (Ret), was born in Monroe, Wisconsin on May 24, 1936 to Ralph and Gertrude Lindsay and went home to be with the Lord on May 25, 2015, at the age of 79.

Nate graduated from Monroe High School in 1954 and attended...

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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