Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Chester K. Tokarzewski

Chester K. Tokarzewski

May 25, 2015

Chester K. Tokarzewski lives in , passed away at the age of 82. Born on August 13, 1932 and passed away on May 25, 2015.

Robin E. Satterlee

Robin E. Satterlee

May 25, 2015

Robin E. Satterlee lives in , passed away at the age of 53. Born on May 26, 1961 and passed away on May 25, 2015.

Daniel Gene Corbett

Daniel Gene Corbett

May 25, 2015

Daniel Gene Corbett lives in , passed away at the age of 77. Born on July 02, 1937 and passed away on May 25, 2015.

Brandt Kim Morrell

Brandt Kim Morrell

May 23, 2015

Brandt Kim Morrell, 63, passed away on May 23, 2015. He was born on Sept. 22, 1951, in San Francisco, to Clarence Ray Morrell and Donna Marie Klingler (née Meyer).

After spending his early childhood in Burlingame, Calif., Brandt graduated in 1969 from Del Oro High School in Loomis, Calif. He then earned a BS degree in...

Bryce W. Smith

Bryce W. Smith

May 20, 2015

Bryce W. Smith lives in , passed away at the age of 20. Born on February 24, 1995 and passed away on May 20, 2015.

James Joe Morton

James Joe Morton

May 19, 2015

James Joe Morton, 52, died peacefully in his sleep, Tuesday, May 19, 2015. Jimmy Joe was born January 6, 1963 in Quincy, Washington to Bill and Juanita Morton, baby brother to sisters Kelly Dee, Jacky Lee, Lindy Lou, Robby Sue, and Tracy Ann. He had a wonderful childhood, raised in Wanapum Village and attended Kindergarten – 12th in Royal...

Richard P. Lamirande

Richard P. Lamirande

May 17, 2015

Richard P. Lamirande lives in , passed away at the age of 61. Born on December 09, 1953 and passed away on May 17, 2015.

John “Ano” Banda

John “Ano” Banda

May 17, 2015

John "Ano" Banda lives in , passed away at the age of 73. Born on January 12, 1942 and passed away on May 17, 2015.

Dorothy Fisher

Dorothy Fisher

May 17, 2015

Dorothy Fisher lives in , passed away at the age of 90. Born on April 14, 1925 and passed away on May 17, 2015.

Barbara Jean Trotter

Barbara Jean Trotter

May 15, 2015

Trotter, Barbara Jean March 5, 1928 – May 15, 2015

Barbara Jean Trotter was born on March 5, 1928 in McMinnville, Oregon and passed away peacefully on May 15, 2015 at Hoag Hospital Newport Beach with her children by her bedside. Barbara was married 62 years to James Rodney Trotter who passed away April 6, 2010. They...

Martha Maria Weber

Martha Maria Weber

May 14, 2015

Martha Maria Weber lives in , passed away at the age of 89. Born on August 14, 1925 and passed away on May 14, 2015.

Louis A. Castillo

Louis A. Castillo

May 13, 2015

Louis A. Castillo lives in , passed away at the age of 86. Born on September 27, 1928 and passed away on May 13, 2015.

Harold J. Businger

Harold J. Businger

May 13, 2015

Harold J. Businger lives in , passed away at the age of 88. Born on March 02, 1927 and passed away on May 13, 2015.

Gary Conn Wennerberg

Gary Conn Wennerberg

May 12, 2015

Gary C. Wennerberg, 66, of Mission Viejo, CA, beloved husband, father, brother, and Popi, passed away May 12, 2015 at his home with his family by his side. He fought a brave battle with liver cancer for 2 years and was awaiting a liver transplant at UCSD, but became too ill to receive one. He was born on January...

Edward L. Norkus

Edward L. Norkus

May 11, 2015

Edward was born in Nanty Glo, Pennsylvania and was a long time resident of Laguna Woods, having moved from Garden Grove in 2001.

He is survived by his loving wife Rose of 67 years and one daughter Tina and her husband Tom; grandchildren Brad, Tracy, Matt and his wife YuMon, and twin grandsons Luke and Jake. He...

Paul S. Patterson

Paul S. Patterson

May 10, 2015

Paul S. Patterson lives in , passed away at the age of 73. Born on August 13, 1941 and passed away on May 10, 2015.

Michael A. Honeyman

Michael A. Honeyman

May 10, 2015

Michael A. Honeyman lives in , passed away at the age of 32. Born on December 20, 1982 and passed away on May 10, 2015.

Sandra Maldonado

Sandra Maldonado

May 10, 2015

Sandra Maldonado lives in , passed away at the age of 31. Born on December 26, 1983 and passed away on May 10, 2015.

Lucy Paula Guzzetta

Lucy Paula Guzzetta

May 9, 2015

Lucy Paula Guzzetta lives in , passed away at the age of 91. Born on April 26, 1924 and passed away on May 09, 2015.

Kelly M. Lawson

Kelly M. Lawson

May 9, 2015

In loving memory of Kelly Michelle Lawson, 32, of San Juan Capistrano, California, who was released into the arms of angels on May 9, 2015.

Kelly is survived by her parents, MaryLois & Steven Kuhn, Craig & Kathleen Lawson, her siblings, Jody (James) Masters, Lori (David) Ginther, Bryan Lawson, Ellice (Luis) Miller, Zachary (Tara) Lawson, Bradford (Nicole)...

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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