Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Marilyn J. Spainhower

Marilyn J. Spainhower

Apr 30, 2014

Marilyn J. Spainhower September 18, 1926 – April 30, 2014

Marilyn J. Spainhower, born to Florence and Willis Schueth of Bloomington, IL, attended Illinois State University and worked as a social worker at Catholic Charities of Peoria, IL. Married 09/13/52 to Paul, they recently celebrated their 61st anniversary.

Survived by daughters Kathy Manning, Mary Everett...

Ferydoun Kalhori

Ferydoun Kalhori

Apr 28, 2014

Ferydoun Kalhori lives in , passed away at the age of 88. Born on October 26, 1925 and passed away on April 28, 2014.

James F. Cassidy

James F. Cassidy

Apr 27, 2014

James Cassidy was with loved ones just before he passed away peacefully the night of Sunday, April 27th, 2014. Fiercely intelligent and well read, he spent his last morning engaging clearly with his family about current events. Though he would never take himself so seriously to say so, he brought curiosity, interest, and knowledge to conversations with loved ones...

Gladys E. Prothero

Gladys E. Prothero

Apr 27, 2014

Gladys E. Prothero, a lifetime resident of Orange County, passed away suddenly on Sunday April 27th 2014, she was 85 years old. Her husband of fifty-two years, Raymond H. Prothero Jr., had passed away in 2001. She is survived by their three children, Bill Prothero, Bob Prothero, and Nancy Frasu, nine grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, and one great, great,...

Richard E. Schneider

Richard E. Schneider

Apr 26, 2014

Richard E. Schneider lives in , passed away at the age of 84. Born on March 02, 1930 and passed away on April 26, 2014.

Nicholas Pedone

Nicholas Pedone

Apr 26, 2014

Nicholas Pedone of Mission Viejo, CA passed peacefully on Saturday April 26th at 10:36pm, at home surrounded by his family. Nick was born November 17th, 1932 in Cottonwood, Arizona. He is survived by his wife Jan, son Tim (daughter in-law Alesia) of San Diego, California, daughters Cheryl Gwartney of Mission Viejo, California & Tina (son in-law Gary Giampaolo) of...

Ellen Marie Johnson

Ellen Marie Johnson

Apr 25, 2014

Ellen Marie Johnson lives in , passed away at the age of 61. Born on August 19, 1952 and passed away on April 25, 2014.

Marian Vanover

Marian Vanover

Apr 25, 2014

Marian Vanover lives in , passed away at the age of 94. Born on December 03, 1919 and passed away on April 25, 2014.

Francine Pittman

Francine Pittman

Apr 23, 2014

Francine Pittman lives in , passed away at the age of 78. Born on April 16, 1936 and passed away on April 23, 2014.

James W. Nardulli

James W. Nardulli

Apr 20, 2014

Eulogy in Loving Memory of James William Nardulli April 24th, 2014

If Jimmy, as we called him, even at 59, were here he would be sitting in the pews commenting on the musical selections – educating us all on who the composers were, who they had married, and why we should or should not buy their CD....

Donald A. Young

Donald A. Young

Apr 18, 2014

Donald A. Young, 84, was born in Chicago, IL on February 8, 1930 and died on April 18, 2014.

Don worked in retail sales for over 25 years.

He loved his family & friends, fishing, playing drums, Dodger baseball and all sports.

Don is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lorene, and...

Kelsey Anne Harris

Kelsey Anne Harris

Apr 17, 2014

Kelsey Anne Harris, 18, of Tustin passed away Thursday, April 17th after losing a battle to Lafora disease, a rare neurodegenerative disorder.

Kelsey was born to Frank and Bridget Harris on Nov. 1st, 1995 in Orange, Ca. In her early childhood Kelsey lived in Irvine and attended UCI's childcare centers and Springbrook Elementary School before moving to...

Genevieve Jenny Saba

Genevieve Jenny Saba

Apr 17, 2014

Dear Family and Friends,

With deep sorrow, Yacoub Saba and his family are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved, Genevieve (Jenny) Ajlouni Saba.

Genevieve Ajlouni Saba 1941-2014

Genevieve Ajlouni Saba, 72, was born on June 21, 1941 in Ramallah, Palestine to the late Iskander and Wardeh Ajlouni. She was the second...

Delbert Schowalter

Delbert Schowalter

Apr 15, 2014

Delbert Schowalter lives in , passed away at the age of 99. Born on April 21, 1914 and passed away on April 15, 2014.

Dayton E. Krogstad

Dayton E. Krogstad

Apr 14, 2014

Dayton E. Krogstad lives in , passed away at the age of 77. Born on May 11, 1936 and passed away on April 14, 2014.

Richard K. Berube

Richard K. Berube

Apr 14, 2014

Richard Keith Berube, 78, of Newport Beach, California, passed away Monday, April 14, 2014. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend, he is survived by his wife of 57 years, Rita; son Brian; granddaughter Brittnee; sister Margaret; brothers-in-law Alex and Albert; sister-in-law Carmen; nephews Steven and Michael; and niece Natalie and her family. Richard was preceded...

Josip Plese

Josip Plese

Apr 13, 2014

Josip Plese lives in , passed away at the age of 50. Born on September 20, 1963 and passed away on April 13, 2014.

Marlyn Mae Olson

Marlyn Mae Olson

Apr 13, 2014

Marlyn Mae Olson lives in , passed away at the age of 82. Born on October 01, 1931 and passed away on April 13, 2014.

Thomas Koumas

Thomas Koumas

Apr 13, 2014

Dr. Thomas Koumas, 85, of Dana Point, California, passed away on April 13, 2014 in Mission Viejo, California.

Dr. Koumas was born in Donora, Pennsylvania to John and Despina Koumas on May 11, 1928. When he was young he was active in the Church and was an altar boy at St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church in Monesson,...

Theresa J. Papp

Theresa J. Papp

Apr 12, 2014

Theresa J. Papp lives in , passed away at the age of 96. Born on November 02, 1917 and passed away on April 12, 2014.

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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