Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Rose M. Van Dyke

Rose M. Van Dyke

Jul 26, 2013

Rose Meline Van Dyke, 91, of San Juan Capistrano, California, beloved mother, wife, grandmother, died on July 26, 2013. She was born on September 23, 1922 in Izmit, Turkey to Mariam Bibiam and Dr. Bibiam.

Rose grew up and spent her childhood in Marseille, France in an orphanage where her mother taught school. Rose immigrated to southern...

Margaret E. Gunther

Margaret E. Gunther

Jul 26, 2013

Margaret "Marge" Gunther, beloved mother of Jim, Harry and Margi passed away peacefully on July 26th. Marge was born in Maryland in 1922 and married Harry B. Gunther in 1940. Their first child, James, born in 1944, predeceased Marge when in his fifties. His wife Diane and their two sons, Michael and Todd, survive him. Her second child, Margi,...

Thomas G. Skahill

Thomas G. Skahill

Jul 24, 2013

THOMAS G. SKAHILL World Champion Yachtsman, Writer, Historian, Businessman

Thomas G. Skahill was born on October 28, 1928 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Edward and Jeanette Skahill. He passed away on July 24, 2013 in Laguna Niguel, CA of natural causes. Tom moved with his family to Los Angeles when he was six years old. He attended Catholic...

Marjorie Louise Roosa

Marjorie Louise Roosa

Jul 24, 2013

Marjorie Louise “Robbie” Roosa, a 45-year resident of California, was called home to be with her Lord Jesus on July 25, 2013. She was born in 1933 in Middletown, Ohio to Arthur and Marjorie Robinson, the youngest of three daughters. Her sister Robin Coddington, is deceased, and she is survived by her eldest sister, Emily Kinkley of New Jersey....

Patricia T. Nawrocki

Patricia T. Nawrocki

Jul 24, 2013

Patricia Trudeau Nawrocki, resident of Lake Forest California, died suddenly and unexpectedly in her home on July 24, 2013.

Patty was born to Bernard Vivian and Hattie Lorena Trudeau at Scott Field hospital, near Belleville, Illinois on September 27, 1947. She was a long time resident of Lake Forest, CA and a very active member of the...

Andrew F. Rubly

Andrew F. Rubly

Jul 23, 2013

Andrew F. Rubly lives in , passed away at the age of 92. Born on August 28, 1920 and passed away on July 23, 2013.

Rudolph J. Ceja

Rudolph J. Ceja

Jul 22, 2013

Rudolph J. Ceja lives in , passed away at the age of 90. Born on January 31, 1923 and passed away on July 22, 2013.

Kyle Thomas Cumming

Kyle Thomas Cumming

Jul 21, 2013

Kyle Thomas Cumming, 13, was born on March 7, 2000 in Bloomington, Illinois and passed away on July 21, 2013 in Lake Forest, California.

Kyle was a brave, fearless, caring, and strong son. He had a great sense of humor. He loved to make people laugh. He enjoyed WWE Wrestling, and mostly loved skateboarding. Above all else,...

Michael Depina

Michael Depina

Jul 20, 2013

Michael DePina lives in , passed away at the age of 61. Born on February 18, 1952 and passed away on July 20, 2013.

Lon Ashly Angle

Lon Ashly Angle

Jul 20, 2013

Lon Angle June 8, 1967 July 20, 2013

Lon Angle, 46, of Lake Forest, CA quietly passed away on July 20th with his family and close friends surrounding him with love. He was born in McConnellsburg, PA, graduated from James Buchanan High School in 1985, and enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps where he proudly served for...

Sandra Kay Earnest

Sandra Kay Earnest

Jul 19, 2013

Sandra Kay Easton Earnest May 20, 1949 July 19, 2013

Sandra Kay Easton Earnest died Friday, July 19, 2013 at the age of 64, from the effects of rapidly growing cancer. She passed peacefully, at home holding the hand of her husband Loren Stanle Earnest and surrounded by loved ones.

Sandra was born to Verena...

Amelia Rodarte

Amelia Rodarte

Jul 19, 2013

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mercy Outreach.

Loring Lewis Bigelow

Loring Lewis Bigelow

Jul 19, 2013

Loring Lewis Bigelow November 4, 1917-July 19, 2013

Loring Bigelow, 95, of Laguna Woods passed away July 19.

He was a WWII veteran of the US Navy Armed Guard.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years Louise, daughter Emmie Miller (Doug), son Norman Bigelow, and grandchildren Erin and Colin Miller. Predeceased...

Donald Francis Leuer

Donald Francis Leuer

Jul 18, 2013

Donald Francis Leuer lives in , passed away at the age of 79. Born on October 20, 1933 and passed away on July 18, 2013.

Mary Lou Petralia

Mary Lou Petralia

Jul 18, 2013

Mary Lou Petralia, 84, of Lake Forest, died July 18, 2013 with her family by her side. She was born in 1928 in Ogden, Utah to the late Louis and Mary Griffin. She graduated from Ogden High School and received a BA from the University of Utah. She married the late Sam Petralia in 1952 and they lived in...

Edward L. Hanger

Edward L. Hanger

Jul 16, 2013

With his family surrounding him with love, our beloved husband, father, and GP, quietly passed away at sunset on July 16, 2013. Since his birth on August 3, 1943, he has enjoyed making memories with his family, especially his two grandchildren, Cade and Isabelle. After his retirement from the textile industry, he spent many relaxing days on the golf...

Ernestine C. Carlson

Ernestine C. Carlson

Jul 16, 2013

Ernestine C. Carlson lives in , passed away at the age of 95. Born on October 02, 1917 and passed away on July 16, 2013.

Robert E. Fennell

Robert E. Fennell

Jul 16, 2013

Robert E. Fennell lives in , passed away at the age of 91. Born on August 21, 1921 and passed away on July 16, 2013.

Theresa M. Christie

Theresa M. Christie

Jul 15, 2013

Theresa Mary Christie Tess 81 Years Old, lived in Mission Viejo where she was surrounded by her family and loved ones as she passed on peacefully July 15, 2013.

Tess was born in the Bronx in New York City on September 5, 1931 to Ann and James Connolly. She later married her sweetheart, Pete Christie for an...

James A. Verhovek

James A. Verhovek

Jul 13, 2013

James Anthony "Jim" Verhovek March 23, 1930 July 13, 2013

Verhovek, James Anthony, 83, of Laguna Niguel, formerly of Newport Beach, Arcadia and Pasadena, CA.

Beloved husband of Mary C. (Herman) Verhovek. Father of Nancy E. Chamberlain (Leesberg, VA), Lisa Howe Verhovek (Seattle, WA), and Katie V. Kelly (Pasadena, CA); father-in-law to Chris Chamberlain, Sam...

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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