Obituaries
Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary
Douglas Michael Sasso
Sep 17, 2024
Douglas Michael Sasso
1961-2024
Laguna Hills, CA
Douglas Michael Sasso, a resident of Laguna Hills, CA, passed away September 17, 2024, after valiantly battling stomach cancer. Doug was 63 years old. Born August 22, 1961 to Mary Sheila (Harmon) and Michael J. Sasso, in Joliet, IL, he...
Margaret "Peggy" Stickler
Sep 16, 2024
Margaret “Peggy” Irene Cole Hall Stickler passed away at the age of 99 on September 16, 2024. She lived a life of no regrets and wanted to be just who she was.
Peggy was born June 7, 1925 in Cheyenne, Wyoming to Emmet and Irene Cole. She spent much of her childhood in Omaha, Nebraska with her...
Cynthia Dyer Stanton Channer Ryder
Sep 12, 2024
Cynthia Dyer Stanton Channer Ryder was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She left this world too soon on September 12, 2024 at the age of 68. Cynthia bravely battled metastatic breast cancer for 13 years. Throughout her valiant fight she defied many odds and is a true example of a cancer warrior.
Cynthia was...
Soledad Amparo Negron
Sep 12, 2024
Soledad Amparo Negron, a cherished resident of Seal Beach, California, passed away on September 12, 2024, at Providence Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Orange, California. She was 70 years old.
As a result of complications during elective surgery, a large amount of blood was lost. Valiant attempts were made to sustain her life.
Soledad’s life was...
Gary Christopher Forte
Sep 11, 2024
The Best Father. Devoted Husband. Up for Anything Brother. Loyal Son. The Fun Tito. Best Friend. Guy's Guy. Muscle Man. Caretaker. Gym Rat. Hunter. Cancer Survivor. Icon.
Gary Christopher Forte was born to John Elliott Forte and Delia Lacson Forte in Santa Barbara, California on August 24, 1952. Gary was the third of five children: Wayne and...
Rodney Earl Hayden Jr.
Sep 11, 2024
Rodney E. Hayden Jr. passed away on September 11, 2024, at the age of 93, surrounded by his loved ones at his family home in San Juan Capistrano, CA, where he and his wife had enjoyed living for the past 34 years. True to the spirit with which he pursued life’s ambitions, Rod fought several medical challenges...
Michael Stephen Aimola
Sep 10, 2024
Michael Stephen Aimola, dedicated husband, father, nonno and friend, passed away peacefully at home in Tustin, CA on Tuesday, September 10th, 2024.
Michael was born to the late Armando and Helen Aimola in Quincy, MA on September 30th, 1947. He graduated from George Washington High School in 1965 before attending San Francisco City College and then on...
Rebecca Sanoria Abao
Sep 10, 2024
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Rebecca Sanoria Abao, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter, passed away peacefully at home on September 10, 2024, at the age of 86. Born in Leyte, Philippines, on March 5, 1938, to Ruperto and Mariquita Sanoria, Rebecca was the eldest of five children. She grew up helping with...
Teresa Cortez Mongaraz
Sep 9, 2024
Ms. Teresa Mongaraz (Cortez), a long time resident of Calera, Alabama, passed into the next life on September 9, 2024. Born on October 18, 1931 in Sahuayo, Michoacan, Mexico, Teresa spent her formative years in Mexico and on December 24, 1947 married Augustine Cortez, a veteran of WWII. She initially moved to East Chicago, Indiana and then to Black...
James Adolph Folkers
Sep 9, 2024
Reverend James Adolph Folkers lived from September 13, 1930 to September 9, 2024.
James (Jim) Folkers was 93 years old. He was born in a farm house between Melvin and Ashton, Iowa. He then went on to attend Northwestern University and Dallas Theological Seminary. Jim was a pastor at three other churches before moving to Mission Viejo,...
Martin Jay "Marty" Doherty
Sep 4, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our precious husband, father and grandfather Martin Jay Doherty, affectionately known as “Marty” to all who knew and loved him. Marty was born on June 8, 1938, in Manhattan, to Mary Kate and John Joseph Doherty. He passed away peacefully at his home on September 4, 2024, in...
Ursula Ellen Kennedy
Sep 4, 2024
Ursula Ellen Kennedy (née Roney), age 87, of Newport Beach, California, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2024, surrounded by her beloved children. She is survived by her sister Helen Patricia, brother John, her three children Ursula Ann, Kathleen, and Wiley III, grandchildren Samantha, Kelly, and William, honorary grandson Paul, a great-granddaughter named after her, and cherished nieces, nephews,...
Robert Frank Rinella
Sep 2, 2024
ROBERT FRANK RINELLA May 18, 1967 to September 2, 2024 Passed away on the 20 th anniversary of his grandfather’s death – Grandpa Frank Rinella
Born on May 18, 1967, Robb was the oldest of four children born to Raymond and Patricia Rinella. Robb grew up in Seal Beach, CA and his parents still reside in his childhood home today. Robb...
Julian Lopez
Sep 2, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved son and brother Julian Lopez, who was taken from us too soon on September 2, 2024 at the tender age of 19. He brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives with his kind heart, radiant smile, and compassion. Though his time with us was brief, the depth of...
Ronald Gary Pearce Md
Aug 31, 2024
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Ronald Gary Pearce, M.D. He was born on April 16, 1939, in Spokane, Washington, to William and Carrie Pearce. Ron passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 31, 2024, in Laguna Hills, California.
Ron graduated from Lewis and Clark High School in Spokane and earned...
Nancy Margaret Mentz
Aug 29, 2024
In Loving Memory of Nancy Margaret Mentz December 27, 1937 – August 29, 2024
The family of Nancy Margaret Mentz is deeply saddened to announce her passing on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the age of 86. Born and raised in Queens, New York, after graduating high school, Nancy followed her dream of moving to...
Ruben Lemus Cortez
Aug 27, 2024
En Amorosa Memoria Ruben Lemus Cortez February 14, 1941 – August 27, 2024
Es con gran tristeza y pesar que nos despedimos de nuestro querido Ruben Lemus Cortez. Ruben, de 83 años, falleció pacíficamente mientras dormía el martes 27 de Agosto de 2024 en Corona, California. Le sobreviven su esposa de 44 años,...
Diane Marie Contreras
Aug 26, 2024
Diane Marie Contreras October 18, 1951 – August 26, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, Diane Marie Contreras, at the age of 72. Born on October 18 th 1951 in Lynwood, California, Diane was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her.
...Lisa Marie Valdez
Aug 26, 2024
Lisa was born at 8:22 pm on July 9, 1980 at Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, California.
Her proud parents are Albert and Billie Joan Valdez; her older siblings are Michelle and Albert III.
Growing up Lisa enjoyed reading, going to the beach and playing with her friends.
She was a cheer leader...
Esther Miller
Aug 24, 2024
** In Loving Memory of Esther Miller **
The family of Esther Miller is deeply saddened to announce her peaceful passing on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at the remarkable age of 94 years. Esther’s long life was a testament to her dedication to a healthy lifestyle, and the love she shared with those around her. Born and...
Obituaries for O'Connor Mortuary
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