Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Lucille M. Rausch

Lucille M. Rausch

Mar 3, 2013

Rausch, Lucille M., 86, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and our beloved "Nanny Lu", was born September 20, 1926 and joined her husband Hank, in heaven, with her family at her side, on March 3, 2013, at home in San Juan Capistrano, CA.

Lucille is survived by her children, Michael Rausch and his wife Terri, Leslie Wood and...

Carmelo L. Abaoag

Carmelo L. Abaoag

Mar 2, 2013

Carmelo Loredo Abaoag

Carmelo, the son of Jose and Dolores Abaoag was born on July 23, 1933 in Manila, Philippines entered eternal life on March 2, 2013. Carmelo is preceded in death by his wife Mercedes Abaoag and son Alexander Abaoag and is survived by his five children, Albert and wife, Cecilia Abaoag, Carmelo Jr., Adel and...

Amanda Jopongco

Amanda Jopongco

Mar 2, 2013

Amanda Jopongco lives in , passed away at the age of 84. Born on April 08, 1928 and passed away on March 02, 2013.

John Van Rikxoort

John Van Rikxoort

Feb 27, 2013

John van Rikxoort, the son of Adriana and Cor van Rikxoort, passed away on February 27th, 2013 at the age of 69. He was born on February 2, 1944 in Vlaardingen, the Netherlands and moved with his family to the United States as a young man.

He proudly served in the U.S. Navy for four years during...

Josephine J. Krajewski

Josephine J. Krajewski

Feb 26, 2013

Josephine Jennie Krajewski, 90, of San Juan Capistrano, CA (formerly Ivoryton, CT).

Josephine Jennie Krajewski, age 90, passed away on February 26 at the Emeritus assisted living community in San Juan Capistrano, California. She was the beloved sister of the late Chester, John and Victor Tatko. Jennie was born in Staten Island, New York but resided in...

Sherwood Lyle Simpson

Sherwood Lyle Simpson

Feb 26, 2013

Sherwood Lyle "Woody" Simpson, was born December 31, 1927 in Pasadena, CA, the only child of Florence Sherwood and Richard Lyle Simpson, and passed away peacefully on February 26 in Mission Viejo, surrounded by family. He spent his early years living in East Pasadena, then moved with the family to their new home in San Marino, and attended what...

Xenofon G. Papadopoulos

Xenofon G. Papadopoulos

Feb 25, 2013

Xenofon Georgios Papadopoulos 04/17/1942 02/25/2013

Xenofon Georgios Papadopoulos began life on April 17th, 1942 in Karpathos, Greece. Xen was born to Giorgos & Anastacia Papadopoulos on a sparsely populated island in the Agean sea called Karpathos. He was the second of 4 children: Sophia, Poppy & Niko. During that time life was not easy. It was World...

Walter Diem

Walter Diem

Feb 25, 2013

Walt Diem, age 84, passed to our Lord February 25, 2013 in Laguna Hills, California.

Walt was predeceased by his wife, Nancy, who died in 2004. He is survived by his son David and wife Darlene; his daughter Carol and partner Cathy; two grandchildren, Katie and Christopher; six step grandchildren, Sammy, Chelsea, Marian, Sara, Angela and John;...

Carissa Cole

Carissa Cole

Feb 24, 2013

Carissa Cole came into our lives, we had great anticipation of what this Angel would bring to the world. She had light brown skin and big brown eyes and a dimple in her chin. When looking in her eyes we saw forever.

Carissa came with a serious and discerning nature. Either she trusted you or she did...

Dorothy Ann Laguna

Dorothy Ann Laguna

Feb 24, 2013

Dorothy Ann Laguna, 77, passed away on February 24, 2013 at Valley View Gardens in Buena Park, California after a long and brave battle with Alzheimer's disease. Dorothy was born May 17, 1935 in Wells, Michigan to the late Thomas and Rose Kroll. Dorothy grew up in Escanaba with her siblings Tommy Jr., Marion and Margaret. She graduated St....

Maria M. Martinez

Maria M. Martinez

Feb 23, 2013

Maria M. Martinez lives in , passed away at the age of 72. Born on July 24, 1940 and passed away on February 23, 2013.

Anne Byrne

Anne Byrne

Feb 22, 2013

Anne Byrne lives in , passed away at the age of 51. Born on February 09, 1962 and passed away on February 22, 2013.

Casey Tory Thompson

Casey Tory Thompson

Feb 21, 2013

Casey Tory Thompson November 25, 1991 – February 21, 2013

Casey was born November 25, 1991 in Los Alamitos, CA. He was a free spirited and outgoing person, who was loved by everyone that knew him. He was known for his bright smile and positive attitude.

Casey left this world on February 21, 2013 to...

Howard Beazell

Howard Beazell

Feb 20, 2013

Howard Reynolds Beazell

Howard Reynolds Beazell passed away on Tuesday, February 20th 2013 in Bear Valley Community Hospital. He was a California native. He was born in Santa Monica on February 2nd 1935 to Howard Lawson and Cathryn Reynolds Beazell. He lived inmany locations in his lifetime, all being in Southern California.

He graduated from...

Hilda R. Bayhi

Hilda R. Bayhi

Feb 17, 2013

Hilda R. Bayhi lives in , passed away at the age of 70. Born on August 02, 1942 and passed away on February 17, 2013.

Maria Luisa Ortega

Maria Luisa Ortega

Feb 16, 2013

Maria Luisa Ortega lives in and passed away on February 16, 2013.

Robert K. Robinson

Robert K. Robinson

Feb 15, 2013

In Memory of Robert K. Robinson 89 years old

Robert K. Robinson (AKA Bob) passed away on February 15, 2013. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. The love of his life passed away July 2, 1998. Our dear father is joining his life-long love Bessie Louise Robinson in a wonderful new place for eternity.

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Marvin Lee Nuce

Marvin Lee Nuce

Feb 14, 2013

Marvin Lee Nuce (Marv), 73, of Lake Forest, California passed away Thursday, February 14, 2013 in his home surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer.

'Marv', as he was known by those who loved him, was born on July 25, 1939 in Morgantown, West Virginia, the son of a coal miner named Elery and...

William Monfils

William Monfils

Feb 14, 2013

William Monfils lives in , passed away at the age of 89. Born on August 31, 1923 and passed away on February 14, 2013.

Barbara Pleasants

Barbara Pleasants

Feb 14, 2013

Barbara Jean Pleasants, of Lake Forest, California passed away peacefully to heaven while closely surrounded by her family on Valentine's Day, Thursday, February 14, 2013 at the age of 74. She was born Barbara Jean Culling on May 24, 1938 in Phoenix Arizona. She was the fourth of five children of Ernest and Ophelia Culling. Her parents and siblings...

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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