Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Joseph Louis Lupo

Joseph Louis Lupo

Dec 31, 2012

In Loving Memory

Joseph Lupo, of San Juan Capistrano, passed away at his home on December 31, 2012 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer.

A Vigil will be held on Friday, January 11th, 2013, 7-9 p.m. at O'Connor Mortuary, 25301 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653. Funeral Mass on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at...

Elizabeth D. Bardsley

Elizabeth D. Bardsley

Dec 30, 2012

Elizabeth (Betty) DeWitt Bardsley of Irvine, CA passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, December 30th, she was 93. Elizabeth lived the last 10 years of her life in Irvine, CA. Prior to that she lived in Pembroke Pines, Florida for over 50 years, with her beloved husband, the late James E. L. Bardsley. She is survived by...

Congetta T. Corradino

Congetta T. Corradino

Dec 30, 2012

Congetta T. Corradino lives in , passed away at the age of 93. Born on December 11, 1919 and passed away on December 30, 2012.

Diane Parr Schmitt

Diane Parr Schmitt

Dec 30, 2012

Diane Parr Schmitt, born December 9, 1932 in Long Beach, CA passed on December 30, 2012 after a short illness. Survived by loving husband Jim, sister Denise, brother Dan, children Ed, Denise, Nancy, Marylou and Charlie, and sixteen grandchildren.

She was a loving friend to many and a tireless volunteer for her church and community organizations, most...

Richard F. Shea

Richard F. Shea

Dec 28, 2012

Richard Francis Shea, 75, of Mission Viejo CA, passed away on December 28th 2012.

He was survived by Clara Shea, his spouse for over 50 years, and four children: Pamela Huff, Kathy Shea, Lynn Shea, and John Shea. He was also survived by two grandchildren: Stephen and Michael.

A memorial service will be held at...

Lupe Mary Pobjoy

Lupe Mary Pobjoy

Dec 28, 2012

Lupe Pobjoy died peacefully on Friday December 28, 2012 at the age of 86 in San Clemente, California. Lupe was born Lupe Mary Luna, in Santa Monica, California on August 29, 1926. She graduated from Riverside High School and attended Chaffey College. On February 8, 1948, she married Charles Pobjoy, They lived in San Bernardino, then Colton. Eventually they...

Curtis Phillips

Curtis Phillips

Dec 27, 2012

Curtis Phillips lives in , passed away at the age of 55. Born on April 21, 1957 and passed away on December 27, 2012.

Catherine D. Smith

Catherine D. Smith

Dec 27, 2012

Catherine D. Smith lives in , passed away at the age of 25. Born on November 06, 1987 and passed away on December 27, 2012.

Moreen Ehly

Moreen Ehly

Dec 26, 2012

Moreen Ehly died peacefully in the early morning hours of December 26, 2012 at her home in Lake Forest, CA. Moreen was born in 1929 in Heliopolis, Egypt. Though she spent her earliest years growing up in London, the majority of her childhood and years leading up to her early twenties were spent in the cities of Cairo and...

Robert E. Wolf

Robert E. Wolf

Dec 26, 2012

Loving husband, son, brother and father, Robert Edward Wolf passed away suddenly the morning of Wednesday, December 26th in his beautiful Southern Californian home at the age of 58.

He is survived by his wife Colleen, daughter Jennifer, two sons Jon (Jill) and Charlie, his father Robert and two sisters Barbara (John) and Linda (Ken), his stepson...

Bahijeh Jalayer

Bahijeh Jalayer

Dec 25, 2012

Bahijeh Jalayer lives in , passed away at the age of 93. Born on August 12, 1919 and passed away on December 25, 2012.

Scott B. Larouche

Scott B. Larouche

Dec 24, 2012

IN LOVING MEMORY

Scott Bradley Larouche, of Anaheim, California, passed away from a heart attack on December 24, 2012 at the age of 46.

Born on July 29, 1966 in Orange, California to Gerald Robert Larouche and Marsha Ann Waggoner-Larouche, Scott grew up in Anaheim, Irvine and San Juan Capistrano California, where he attended Capistrano...

Gloria Lopezrevoredo

Gloria Lopezrevoredo

Dec 24, 2012

Gloria Lopezrevoredo lives in , passed away at the age of 63. Born on January 18, 1949 and passed away on December 24, 2012.

Michelle P. Spelman

Michelle P. Spelman

Dec 23, 2012

Michelle P. Spelman, 49, of Laguna Niguel died on December 23, 2012.

She is survived by her children, Sarah Trauger and Thomas Trauger, Jr.; her parents, Michael A. and Arlene Chavez; her brother, Michael A. Chavez, Jr.; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

A Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for 10:00am on Saturday, January...

Peter Special

Peter Special

Dec 23, 2012

Peter Special passed away peacefully at his home in Laguna Hills, CA on 12/23/2012, after a brief illness, at the impressive age of 98 years. Peter was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, where he lived for more than 92 years, and then for the last six years of his life he was a resident of Orange County, CA....

William Kaplan

William Kaplan

Dec 21, 2012

William Kaplan, born March 27, 1925 in Chicago Illinois. Passed away December 21, 2012 in Laguna Hills, CA at the age of 87.

He served in China, India and Burma during World War II as a sergeant. During his Military service William received two Bronze Stars and was awarded the American Campaign, Good Conduct and Asiatic-Pacific Campaign...

Jill Maria Baker

Jill Maria Baker

Dec 18, 2012

Jill Maria Baker lives in , passed away at the age of 37. Born on September 13, 1975 and passed away on December 18, 2012.

Alvin Kingsley

Alvin Kingsley

Dec 17, 2012

Alvin Kingsley lives in , passed away at the age of 77. Born on October 22, 1935 and passed away on December 17, 2012.

Mary Zerounian

Mary Zerounian

Dec 17, 2012

Mary Zerounian lives in , passed away at the age of 90. Born on January 29, 1922 and passed away on December 17, 2012.

Annabelle Louise Miller

Annabelle Louise Miller

Dec 15, 2012

Annabelle Louise Miller passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, December 15, 2012 at the age of 78. She enjoyed reading, spending time with her grandchildren, and a long, fulfilling accounting career that lasted until the day of her passing.

She is survived by her brother, Keeton Arnett of Massachusetts, sister, Cathy McGarity of North Carolina, her four...

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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