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Shizuko Ono Barber

Shizuko Ono Barber

Jun 18, 2012

Barber, Shizuko Ono, 80 of Lake Forest passed away on June 18, 2012. She is preceded into Heaven by daughter, Shirley Ann, and husband, Charles M. Sr.

Shizuko was from Yamagata, Japan but met and married a Marine in Yokohama. Together they raised their family of three in their 54 years together. Military life had them traveling...

Monica J. Henry

Monica J. Henry

Jun 18, 2012

Monica J. Henry lives in , passed away at the age of 48. Born on June 23, 1963 and passed away on June 18, 2012.

Beatrice S. Bazarian

Beatrice S. Bazarian

Jun 18, 2012

Beatrice S. Bazarian September 16, 1922 June 18, 2012

Beatrice was married to Martin M. Bazarian for 55 years. In their early years together they were professional tango dancers. They enjoyed Armenian family traditions, entertaining, cooking and card groups.

Sister to her much loved brother Leon Caragulian and dear sister Joyce Berberian. Mother to only...

Edwin R. Keyes

Edwin R. Keyes

Jun 17, 2012

Ret. Major Edwin (Ed) R. Keyes, Feb 17, 1932 – June 17, 2012

Major Edwin “Ed” R. Keyes USMC Ret. passed away peacefully June 17, 2012 surrounded by his children at his home in Laguna Hills. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 50 years, Elizabeth R. Keyes. (2004).

As an only...

John D. Hestand

John D. Hestand

Jun 16, 2012

John D. Hestand lives in , passed away at the age of 90. Born on April 28, 1922 and passed away on June 16, 2012.

Keith D. Thayer

Keith D. Thayer

Jun 13, 2012

Family and friends mourn the loss of Keith D. Thayer on June 13, 2012 at age 52.

Keith was born in Mt. Clemons, MI, attended Lincoln Park High School, and received a BS degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan-Dearborn in 1982. After graduation, he moved to Ft. Worth, TX for three years then to...

Dennis R. Fitz

Dennis R. Fitz

Jun 8, 2012

Colonel Dennis "Denny" R. Fitz, U.S.M.C. Retired, 69, of San Juan Capistrano, California passed away in his home surrounded by family and friends on June 8, 2012 after a year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. Dennis was born in Compton, California to Richard and Elizabeth Fitz and attended Lynwood High School and graduated from Dominguez High School in 1960. Dennis...

Darrell Mitchell

Darrell Mitchell

Jun 7, 2012

In Loving Memory Darrell “Boss” Mitchell April 2, 1944- June 7, 2012

Beloved father, grandfather, husband, and a friend to many. Passed away from a brain tumor on June 7, 2012 surrounded by countless family and friends. Darrell was known for his generosity, leadership, thoughtfulness, and love for his family and friends. He is survived by his...

Edmund Chabarek

Edmund Chabarek

Jun 7, 2012

Dear Family and Friends,

Thank you for your prayers for our father and grandfather, Edmund Chabarek. He fell asleep in the Lord at 6 p.m. on Thursday. Your prayers and words of comfort have meant a lot to us.

If you are able to, we would love to have you join us for his Funeral...

Shirley Ann Tarter

Shirley Ann Tarter

Jun 6, 2012

The Life of Shirley Ann Tarter

Shirley Tarter: wife, sister, mom, grandma, and great-grandma, was born on February 15, 1928 in Hibbing, Minnesota to John and Mae Westman. After her mother remarried, she was the oldest sibling to one brother, one half brother, and two half sisters. She attended Live Oak High School in Morgan Hill, CA,...

Ronald Lee Raineri

Ronald Lee Raineri

Jun 6, 2012

Ronald Lee Raineri lives in , passed away at the age of 74. Born on October 26, 1937 and passed away on June 06, 2012.

Ana Sanchez

Ana Sanchez

Jun 5, 2012

Ana ‘Anita’ Sanchez

On the Lord’s day, 5th of June 2012, He called her home. She was a loving mother, wife, sister and true friend. Although she came from Mexico leaving her family behind, she created a world full of love and devotion to all she touched. We rejoice that her suffering has ended. She will be...

Melvin Drummond

Melvin Drummond

Jun 5, 2012

Melvin Drummond (Mel, Drum, or Dub) October 18, 1934 June 5, 2012

Melvin was born in Arkansas and graduated from Sparkman High School in 1953. He enlisted in the Army in 1954 and served three years. He attended Henderson College for four years and then moved to California and took flying lessons. Mel loved airplanes and flying....

Robert J. Stotereau

Robert J. Stotereau

Jun 4, 2012

Robert James Stotereau, age 81, a 21-yr. resident of Irvine, CA and retired bank and sales executive, passed June 4, 2012.

Private arrangements are being made at O’Connor Mortuary, Laguna Hills, and El Toro Memorial Park, Lake Forest.

Survived by son Dr. Peter J. Stotereau of Devon, England; sister Dorothy Gobbo; brothers Edwin and Thomas...

Aurora Flores Acres

Aurora Flores Acres

Jun 4, 2012

Aurora Flores Acres

Loving mother of three and grandmother of three passed away losing her third battle with cancer on June 4th, 2012.

Devoted family member and leader, she was inspirational in all she approached, lived and accomplished.

She was a civilian government employee, working last at Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station. Then...

Doris Mcghie

Doris Mcghie

Jun 4, 2012

Doris McGhie lives in , passed away at the age of 88. Born on March 23, 1924 and passed away on June 04, 2012.

Richard S. Redles

Richard S. Redles

Jun 3, 2012

Richard S. Redles 10/12/32 6/3/12

Richard “Dick” Redles, 79 of Laguna Woods, CA, formerly of Naples, FL., and Dresher, PA, passed away June 3, 2012 surrounded by his adoring family and friends. Dick was born in Philadelphia, PA, the son of the late Albert H. Redles and Edna M. Redles and brother to the late Al Redles,...

William L. Palmer

William L. Palmer

Jun 2, 2012

William L. Palmer, Jr. passed away June 2, 2012. Bill was a Vietnam veteran and a Security Architect in the computer industry.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy; sons William III and Geoffrey; brothers John (Pam), Michael (Debra) and Larry (Petra); and grandsons Elijah, Ethan and Connor. He was preceded in death by his parents, William...

Stephanie Kallestad

Stephanie Kallestad

Jun 1, 2012

Stephanie Kallestad lives in , passed away at the age of 49. Born on November 12, 1962 and passed away on June 01, 2012.

John Pierre Schock

John Pierre Schock

Jun 1, 2012

John Pierre Schock, 59, of Seal Beach, CA, beloved husband, brother, uncle, and friend, died peacefully on June 1, 2012. John fought a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on March 20, 1953 in Trenton, New Jersey to Eileen Tally and Roger Schock.

John grew up in Hollywood and graduated from Fairfax High School, where he...

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.


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