Obituaries

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Alice G. Watkins

Alice G. Watkins

Nov 21, 2013

Alice Geraldine Wyrick Watkins February 9, 1924 ~ November 21, 2013

Shorty was born in Muskogee, Oklahoma on February 9, 1924 to Elmer and Mary Wyrick. She was the oldest of their five children; Shorty, Fern, Marvin, Benny and Bobby. Elmer gave nicknames to all of them, and her's was Shorty. That is what family and friends...

Jacobus “Jack” Huiberts

Jacobus “Jack” Huiberts

Nov 21, 2013

Huiberts, Jacobus 'Jack', passed away unexpectedly on November 21, 2013 at the age of 59. He was born in Orange, CA on February 20, 1954.

He is survived by his wife Marion, son Brendan (daughter-in-law Tatum), daughter Ashley, son Shane, mother Margaret and brother David.

A memorial service will be held at St. Margaret's Episcopal...

Mary Redwitz

Mary Redwitz

Nov 19, 2013

Mary Redwitz, a long-time Laguna Beach resident, died peacefully at home November 19th, 2013. She was 87 years old.

Beloved mother of three children, Randy, Tom and Ellen, Mary was the quintessential 'Mom' and completely focused on the well being of her family. Her life's passion was insuring her family was happy, and she did an excellent...

Lajuana Jean Adams

Lajuana Jean Adams

Nov 19, 2013

Lajuana Jean Adams lives in , passed away at the age of 87. Born on July 16, 1926 and passed away on November 19, 2013.

Jamie Jo Nelson

Jamie Jo Nelson

Nov 18, 2013

Jamie Jo Nelson lives in , passed away at the age of 56. Born on September 03, 1957 and passed away on November 18, 2013.

Roger L. Gordon

Roger L. Gordon

Nov 17, 2013

Roger L. Gordon lives in , passed away at the age of 80. Born on August 18, 1933 and passed away on November 17, 2013.

Julianne Owens

Julianne Owens

Nov 17, 2013

Julianne Owens passed away at Samaritan Evergreen Hospice, Albany, Oregon, on November 17, 2013.

Julie spent her childhood in Maysville, Missouri, and moved to Columbia, Missouri in 1959 with her parents, Lee and Harold Owens. She attended Jefferson Junior High School, Hickman High School, and Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri. She then attended the University of Missouri...

Harold C. Jaffke

Harold C. Jaffke

Nov 16, 2013

Harold Carl Jaffke Jr. ("Whitey")

Resided in Mission Viejo, California for 40 years. Died November 16, 2013 at the age of 73 as a result of a traffic accident.

Harold was born October 13, 1940 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Harold Carl Jaffke Sr. and Hermina Jaffke. He was the youngest of four children and the...

Helen M. Csillik

Helen M. Csillik

Nov 16, 2013

In Loving Memory Helen M. Csillik June 21, 1929 ~ November 16, 2013

Wife of John T. Csillik for 52 years and mother of Judith Stout, passed away on the morning of November 16, 2013 due to complications after an angiogram. Her heart was too weak to see her through the recovery, but her heart was full...

Margot Alberg

Margot Alberg

Nov 15, 2013

The last of four children born to Elizabeth and Frank Villeneuve, Margaret (Margot) S. Alberg passed away peacefully on November 15, 2013, fittingly surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Born on September 30, 1931, Margot was raised in a loving home in Syracuse, New York with her sisters Mary Junod, Sister Doris Villeneuve, and brother Alfred (Fritz) Villeneuve,...

Ming Chiu Madden

Ming Chiu Madden

Nov 15, 2013

Ming Chiu Madden lives in , passed away at the age of 72. Born on June 09, 1941 and passed away on November 15, 2013.

Clara L. Barnes

Clara L. Barnes

Nov 14, 2013

Clara L. Barnes lives in , passed away at the age of 89. Born on October 18, 1924 and passed away on November 14, 2013.

Carol Ann Sudek

Carol Ann Sudek

Nov 14, 2013

Carol Ann Sudek was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey on January 31, 1947 to Lucille and Jake Sudek. Growing up, she lived many years in Tacoma, WA. Carol had a sweet and pleasant disposition which helped her adapt to living all over the country as her dad was transferred with his job. She came with her family to Orange...

Catherine Bellini

Catherine Bellini

Nov 13, 2013

Catherine Bellini lives in , passed away at the age of 72. Born on June 17, 1941 and passed away on November 13, 2013.

Darlene Palermo

Darlene Palermo

Nov 13, 2013

Darlene Palermo lives in , passed away at the age of 67. Born on December 26, 1945 and passed away on November 13, 2013.

Harriet E. Mccusker

Harriet E. Mccusker

Nov 12, 2013

McCusker, Harriet Elisabeth Arvan

Died at age 91, peacefully in her sleep November 12th at her home of 49 years in Capistrano Beach. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Knearl McCusker; beloved daughter, Suzanne McCusker-Brunet; and sister, Eleanor Heim. Beloved mother of Michael McCusker (Diana), Janine McCusker, Marianne McCusker-Stellar, Dianne McCusker-Leauber, and Donn McCusker (Summer Lixia)....

Leland Harold Phelps

Leland Harold Phelps

Nov 11, 2013

Leland Phelps passed away November 11, 2013 at the age of 52, in the presence of his family as a result of severe injuries suffered in a traffic accident. Leland was born February 14, 1961 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and grew up in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. Following a term of service in the Navy, Lee settled in Southern California and began...

Margaret A. Frost

Margaret A. Frost

Nov 10, 2013

Margaret Ann Frost, resident of Lake Forest, CA, age 82, passed away on November 10, 2013. She is survived by her sons Don and Doug; her grandchildren Nate, Dan, and Rachel; her great grandchildren Gideon and Autumn; and her siblings Mary Lou, Patti, Bob and Marilyn.

Margaret was a devoted wife, mother and nana whose greatest pleasure...

Hossien Mirzaeiaraghi

Hossien Mirzaeiaraghi

Nov 10, 2013

Hossien Mirzaeiaraghi lives in , passed away at the age of 91. Born on September 23, 1922 and passed away on November 10, 2013.

Anthony L. Modory

Anthony L. Modory

Nov 10, 2013

Modory, Anthony Leonard ("Tony")

Tony Modory died peacefully on the evening of November 10 after a four-month battle with cancer. He fought this disease bravely and without complaint, and his family and their love surrounded him at the time he went to be with his Lord and Savior.

Born on August 11, 1942 in Niles,...

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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