Obituaries

Jun 9, 2024

Larry McGraw (1937 – 2024)

Larry Eugene McGraw, age 86, of Tustin, California, died of esophageal/stomach cancer at his home in the loving presence of family on June 9, 2024. He was born on August 23, 1937, in Salem, Illinois, to Gaither and Margaret Ethel (Brown) McGraw, and was the eldest in a blended family of 4...

Jun 4, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Valerie 'Lynne' Taylor. Age 82, she was born June 10, 1941 and passed June 4, 2024. She grew up in Santa Barbara California with her parents Lewis and Blanche Middleton, along with sisters Dawn, Christy, and Melanie. She attended Dolores Catholic Elementary, Marymount, graduated from Santa Barbara Catholic...

Jun 3, 2024

Linda Marie Davey, 79, Mission Viejo, CA passed away on June 3, 2024 in Laguna Hills.

Linda Marie Broderick was born in Boston, MA in 1944 and later relocated to Altadena, CA with her parents, James Albert Broderick II and Helen Broderick, along with her older brother, James Albert Broderick III. She graduated from John Muir High...

Jun 3, 2024

Herbert and Suzanne Marbach, of Manhattan Beach, Fallbrook & Laguna Niguel, both passed peacefully in June 2024. Their funeral was held on their 63 rd wedding anniversary as they were inseparable partners in life’s grand adventure.

They are survived by a large family who love them and are deeply missed by all who knew them.

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Jun 2, 2024

Richard French passed away on June 2nd in the skilled nursing facility at Freedom Village, Lake Forest CA at the age of 90, after a long illness. He was also known as “Salty” by his family and “Dudley’s dad” by the residents of Freedom Village, in reference to his beloved Boston Terrier.

Dick was born January 5,...

Jun 1, 2024

Sallie "Deane" (Morgan) Almand

Mission Viejo, CA, Saturday, June 1, 2024.  It is with great sadness that we share the news of Deane Almand's (93) passing.  She died peacefully at her home after a series of unrelated heath challenges over the past year.  She is survived by her only son, Chuck Almand, and his life partner, Kent...

May 31, 2024

Phillip Lander Defibaugh died surrounded by his loving family on May 31, 2024, in Mission Viejo, California at the age of 32.

Phillip is survived by his parents, Stephen and Sharon of Mission Viejo and his younger sister Grace and younger brother Ethan.  Phillip is also survived by his grandmother Jeanette Lander and many uncles, aunts, and...

May 31, 2024

Kenneth Franklin Anderson was the only child of Frank and Ellen Anderson.  He was born in Superior, Wisconsin, and grew up on Park Point Island in Duluth, Minnesota.  As a child he participated in sports, music, hunting, and fishing with his father.  When Ken was 15 years old, his father passed away and he took up the responsibility of...

May 29, 2024

Brian Eugene Maag passed away on Wednesday, May 29th, 2024 at home with his family by his side.

Born on March 18th, 1954 in Lynwood, CA to Gene and Sherril Maag, Brian grew up with an older sister, Debi (Loranger) and younger brother Ross. Most of their childhood was spent in their family home on Danvers Way...

May 29, 2024

Karen Leitch Grosswiler ran to the arms of her Savior on May 29, 2024, at the age of 78.

She was born June 14, 1945 in Kalispell, MT, to Dr. Neil and Mrs. Marion Leitch. Growing up on the east side of town, she built friendships in her childhood that would last a lifetime. After she met...

May 28, 2024

Virginia M. Lavan (“Ginny”), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, godmother, great-grandmother, and loyal friend, passed away on May 28, 2024 at 97 years old. Ginny resided in Mission Viejo, California since 1979.

Ginny is survived by children Bruno (Joyce) Pereira, Edel (Dan) Groski, Mildred (Terry) Treis, Meg (Tom) Meiklejohn, Grig (Mary) Pereira, Esther Pereira, Robert (Susan) Lavan, Mark...

May 28, 2024

Nadine Conrad Mayes

Nadine Mayes was born on April 16, 1931 in Pipestone, MN to Elsie and Edgar Conrad. She grew up on the family farm and graduated from Jasper (MN) High School. Following high school, she moved to Luverne, MN and worked as a Bookkeeper/Secretary. Three years later she moved across the country to California and...

May 27, 2024

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to help defray Aron's funeral expenses:

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May 27, 2024

Joan Ardell Burge June 13, 1933 – May 27, 2024

Joan was born in Berrien Springs, Michigan, to parents Floyd and Legia Merrill. She grew up on her parents' farm with her four younger brothers, George, Dick, Don, and Dale. In addition to farm chores and activities, she learned to play the saxophone and played in her...

May 27, 2024

Ronald Farrell Waters, born January 18, 1935, and died at home peacefully surrounded by his devoted family on May 27, 2024.

Raised in Los Angeles, he attended Loyola High School then went to UCLA where he met his future wife, and was a member of Phi Gamma Delta. Ron attended medical school at USC, and did his...

May 27, 2024

Mohan always demonstrated a strong work ethic and problem-solving skills from a young age. He pursued his academic journey with fervor, earning a degree in Engineering from IRTTAA.  This marked the beginning of a distinguished career characterized by brilliance and creativity.

As a systems engineer, Mohan left an indelible mark on the industry, working for big companies...

May 25, 2024

Cornelis 'Case' Reintjes, 84, passed away on May 25, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 17, 1939, Case lived a full life, putting God and family first.

Case was born in Veendam, Netherlands to Hubert and Egberdina. The family left the Netherlands for a better economic opportunity in June of 1955, when Case was...

May 18, 2024

Kyle Paul Avila December 31, 1990 – May 18, 2024

Beloved son, brother, and grandson, Kyle Paul Avila of San Juan Capistrano, returned home to the Lord on May 18th at 3:00 pm. He was 33 years old. These similarities to the life of Christ seem appropriate to all who knew and loved him. Even...

May 16, 2024

Patricia (Pat) Staggs, age 71, passed away May 16th, 2024 in Rancho Mission Viejo, California. Pat is preceded in death by her parents Coy and Junee Staggs and her husband Paul Michael Miszkowicz, Sr. Pat is survived by her brothers Mark and Brian Staggs, her son and daughter-in-law Paul and Sarah Miszkowicz and her grandchildren; James and Mila Miszkowicz....

May 16, 2024

Our loved son, Derrick was born on July 3, 1982 and died on May 16, 2024.  He will always be missed.  Derrick struggled with mental health issues and strove to meet life’s challenges.

Derrick enjoyed working at the family’s sign company and considered his fellow workers as friends.  He loved music and could sing well and play...