Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Shirley Wimert Boyle

Shirley Wimert Boyle

Nov 23, 2012

Shirley “Shirl” Wimert Boyle passed away peacefully in her sleep early November 23, 2012 morning after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s. To the end, she lived her life with courage, grace and good humor. She spent her last day with daughter Teri and son-in-law, Tom. She was happy, eating turkey and pecan pie, watching the Redskins whip the Cowboys....

Anna B. Barton

Anna B. Barton

Nov 22, 2012

Anna Bachman Barton passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of November 22, 2012 due to natural causes. “Anne,” as she was called by her friends and family, was a loving mother of 4 daughters.

She was born on July 10, 1917 in Pennsylvania as Anna Martha Bukowski. She graduated East Stroudsburg University with a...

Steven Rush Brooks

Steven Rush Brooks

Nov 22, 2012

Steven Rush Brooks lives in , passed away at the age of 39. Born on October 10, 1973 and passed away on November 22, 2012.

James A. Smith

James A. Smith

Nov 21, 2012

James A. Smith lives in , passed away at the age of 66. Born on November 01, 1946 and passed away on November 21, 2012.

Owen L. Babcock

Owen L. Babcock

Nov 21, 2012

Owen L. Babcock lives in , passed away at the age of 91. Born on May 06, 1921 and passed away on November 21, 2012.

John N. Maggetti

John N. Maggetti

Nov 19, 2012

MAGGETTI, Sr., John – age 84 passed away on Nov. 19, 2012. Born in West Philadelphia in 1928.

Preceded in death by beloved wife Rita Maggetti, nee D'Ascenzo and granddaughter AnneMarie Lambert. Survived by his children John, Jr. (Donell), Barbara Paegel (Bruce), Marianne Lambert, Paul (Tricia), 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Will be missed by all who...

Kristine M. Dufrene

Kristine M. Dufrene

Nov 19, 2012

Kristine M. DuFrene lives in , passed away at the age of 36. Born on April 26, 1976 and passed away on November 19, 2012.

Julian E. Fernandez

Julian E. Fernandez

Nov 16, 2012

Julian E. Fernandez was born in Centerville, Louisiana on Dec. 12, 1922. He was a graduate of Centerville H.S. and Spencer Business College. He served his country as a member of the U.S. Army Engineers and had the rank of Master Sergeant. He also served as a member of the National Guard. Julian started his career in 1941 as...

James A. Fleischer

James A. Fleischer

Nov 16, 2012

James Fleischer, 58, of Rancho Santa Margarita, suddenly passed away on November 16th. Jim was born in Pittsburgh, PA.

He is survived by his wife Kim; his two daughters Kelly and Carolyn; and his son-in-law Tommy Conroy.

The family will hold a service for Jim on Wednesday, November 21st at 1:00pm at O’Connor Mortuary, 25301...

Ronald J. Fields

Ronald J. Fields

Nov 14, 2012

Ronald J. Fields lives in , passed away at the age of 68. Born on August 16, 1944 and passed away on November 14, 2012.

William R. Surch

William R. Surch

Nov 14, 2012

William Ray Surch, 53, resident of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, passed away suddenly November 14, 2012. A celebration of Bill’s life will be held Wednesday, November 21 at San Francisco Solano Catholic Church at 11 a.m.

William Ray ($ Bill) Surch July 16, 1959 – November 14, 2012

Born in Prosser, WA to Jim and...

Gloria M. Labat

Gloria M. Labat

Nov 11, 2012

Gloria M. Labat lives in , passed away at the age of 84. Born on February 19, 1928 and passed away on November 11, 2012.

Marian E. Barlewort

Marian E. Barlewort

Nov 7, 2012

Marian Edna Barlewort Born April 3, 1912, Died November 6, 2012

Marian was born to George and Helen Harney of Irish and German decent, on April 3, 1912 in Henry, Ill. She was raised on the family farm, the third oldest of eight siblings.

Marian claimed she never liked country living even as a child,...

Irma Teresa Berra

Irma Teresa Berra

Nov 6, 2012

Irma Teresa Berra lives in , passed away at the age of 84. Born on November 19, 1927 and passed away on November 06, 2012.

Dessi Cappellanti

Dessi Cappellanti

Nov 6, 2012

Dessi Cappellanti, born June 14, 1922 in Colver, PA, passed on Nov. 6, 2012 in Mission Viejo, CA. Served in the Army during World War II. After migrating to California in the Forties, he ambitiously pursued a career in the food industry and remained active in business into his early eighties. He loved to play golf with friends and...

Myles J. Kelly

Myles J. Kelly

Nov 5, 2012

Myles Joseph Kelly was born in Dublin, Ireland on May 13, 1926. In 1956, he and his then fiancée, Pauline, also from Ireland, immigrated to Canada, where they married and their cherished daughter Paula was born. The couple became American citizens and found their way to California.

Myles enjoyed a lengthy career with Ameron International, serving as...

Bernard R. Swanson

Bernard R. Swanson

Nov 5, 2012

Bernard Raymond Swanson of Laguna Woods, California, left us November 5th, 2012 at the age of 94. Born October 10th 1918 in Hanford, California, Bernard graduated from Stanford University in 1940. He worked as a civil engineer for 63 years in the petroleum industry. Following his professional career, he volunteered as a math tutor for 8 years at San...

Janice M. Hughes

Janice M. Hughes

Nov 4, 2012

Janice M. Hughes (Mead), 80, died peacefully with her family by her side at her home in Lake Forest, CA on Sunday, November 4, 2012.

A Vigil will be held at O'Connor Mortuary in Laguna Hills on Monday, November 12, 2012 from 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass is scheduled for Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at Santiago de...

Jean Ingoglia

Jean Ingoglia

Nov 4, 2012

Grandma Jean

Grandma was the 2nd of 4 children born in Brooklyn, New York on December 21, 1918. She was a city girl and began work at a young age. She worked in a hair salon where she met and fell in love with the owner, Nino. She and Nino later got married and had a son...

Billy Don Brough

Billy Don Brough

Nov 3, 2012

Billy Don Brough lives in , passed away at the age of 80. Born on November 08, 1931 and passed away on November 03, 2012.

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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