Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Lillian Nora Jones

Lillian Nora Jones

Sep 6, 2011

Lillian Nora Jones lives in , passed away at the age of 98. Born on January 31, 1913 and passed away on September 06, 2011.

Deborah Bruce Truncale

Deborah Bruce Truncale

Sep 4, 2011

Reverend Doctor Deborah Bruce Truncale, 64, of Lake Forest, California, died peacefully September 4, 2011 at Hoag Hospital surrounded by family and friends.

She was born January 11, 1947, in Anchorage Alaska. She married Angelo Truncale on April 4, 1981. Deborah, with degrees in Political Science, Theology and Psychology, was an ordained minister in the United Church...

Dolores Marie Alvey

Dolores Marie Alvey

Sep 4, 2011

Dolores Marie Stahl Dolores Alvey was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on May 26, 1918, the first child born to Frank and Stella Stahl.

She attended Saint Patrick's Elementary School and earned a scholarship to attend Saint Agnes Academy, from which she graduated with honors and was designated her class valedictorian in 1936.

Following graduation, Dody,...

Michael Christopher Presley

Michael Christopher Presley

Sep 4, 2011

Michael Christopher Presley, known to all as Chris, was born on March 15, 1968 in Oklahoma City, OK. When Chris was a baby his parents relocated to San Clemente, CA. After his parents divorced, Chris grew up with his Mom, brother and sister in San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano and Mission Viejo. He attended Mission Viejo High School and...

Gerald Michael Driscoll

Gerald Michael Driscoll

Sep 3, 2011

Gerald Michael Driscoll, 85, beloved husband, father, and ?Pop? passed away September 3, 2011, in his home in Irvine, CA. Gerry was born May 31, 1926, in San Francisco, CA, to Mike and Peggy Breslin Driscoll of Co. Cork and Co. Mayo, Ireland.

He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Liz; daughters Sue Ralph...

Gilbert Leroy Lake

Gilbert Leroy Lake

Sep 2, 2011

Gilbert Leroy Lake, 80, was born March 31, 1931 in Long Beach, CA and passed away September 2, 2011 in Irvine, CA.

A retired Fireman who served the City of Downey Fire Department for 28 years, Gil is survived by his wife Dorothy, daughter Julie Bish and her husband Nick; sons Bob Lake and his wife Lisa,...

Justin Ray Young

Justin Ray Young

Sep 2, 2011

And God said 'I know you are hurting I see you have suffered loss You lost your child to cancer Mine died upon the cross'

Justin's battle with cancer came to an end on September 2, 2011. His body may have failed him; his mind and spirit did not.

In lieu of flowers the Young...

Forrest Arthur Rowe

Forrest Arthur Rowe

Sep 2, 2011

Forrest Rowe, age 70, passed away 9/2/11 while on a hunting trip with friends in Blythe, California.

Forrest was a long-time Orange County resident and was employed by Charles Abbott Associates as a building inspector. He previously retired from the Plumbers Union, Local 582. Other building inspector employments included the County of Orange and the City of...

Lawrence Ronald Pickel

Lawrence Ronald Pickel

Sep 2, 2011

Lawrence Ronald Pickel, 75, passed away Friday, September 2, 2011 in his home in California. He was born March 17, 1936 in Pennsylvania to Lawrence & Catherine Pickel.

Lawrence is survived by his wife Katherine Pickel, son Lawrence Pickel, grandchildren Macy, Blake, & Sean Pickel, sister Patricia O?Toole & her children.

He was a devout...

Shannon Marie Liberatore

Shannon Marie Liberatore

Sep 1, 2011

A celebration of Shannon Marie Liberatore's life on 9/20/2011 at 1 pm at O'Connor Mortuary.

She passed away on 9/1/2011.

Shannon was passionate about fashion and hair design and always looked impeccable. She never failed to put a smile on the face of everyone she met with her effervescent personality and charming style.

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Imelda Galang Ramos

Imelda Galang Ramos

Aug 30, 2011

Imelda Galang Ramos, 49, was born November 7, 1961 in Manila, Philippines and passed away August 30, 2011 in Mission Viejo, CA.

A Business Analyst who worked for Mazda USA, Imelda is survived by her husband Dwight Ramos; daughter Karina Ramos; brother Pete Galang; sisters Lydia Galang, Maria Cristina Coronel and Rowena Martin.

William Merrill Boyer

William Merrill Boyer

Aug 29, 2011

William Merrill Boyer lives in , passed away at the age of 82. Born on September 14, 1928 and passed away on August 29, 2011.

Ramona Coughlin Smith

Ramona Coughlin Smith

Aug 29, 2011

RAMONA COUGHLIN SMITH

Memorial services for Ramona Smith will be held Friday, September 16 at 10 AM at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Irvine.

The twenty plus year resident of Palos Verdes died on August 30 in Irvine of natural causes.

Ramona Coughlin Smith was born in Brooklyn, New York, and...

Neda J. Pegues

Neda J. Pegues

Aug 29, 2011

Neda J. Pegues

Born – March 18, 1927, in Piano De Correglia, Italy

Neda J. Pegues passed away in peace and in the company of her children and grandchildren on August 29, 2011, at her home in Mission Viejo, CA. She was a wife and a mother to her family for 64 years.

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Pedro Perez

Pedro Perez

Aug 28, 2011

Pedro Perez lives in , passed away at the age of 75. Born on November 12, 1935 and passed away on August 28, 2011.

Mary Ellen Harnett

Mary Ellen Harnett

Aug 28, 2011

Mary Ellen Harnett lives in , passed away at the age of 68. Born on April 19, 1943 and passed away on August 28, 2011.

Ronald Jon Beshk

Ronald Jon Beshk

Aug 28, 2011

Ronald Jon Beshk December 31, 1935 – August 28, 2011

When you think of a person who is ‘Larger than Life’ Ron Beshk is the guy who comes to mind. To know Ron, is to know a man who loved life and the family and friends he was surrounded by.

Ron fell asleep peacefully and...

Joseph John Riserbato

Joseph John Riserbato

Aug 28, 2011

Joseph John Riserbato lives in , passed away at the age of 82. Born on August 22, 1929 and passed away on August 28, 2011.

Paul Alfred Lavars

Paul Alfred Lavars

Aug 25, 2011

Paul Alfred Lavars lives in , passed away at the age of 91. Born on July 23, 1920 and passed away on August 25, 2011.

David George Sills

David George Sills

Aug 23, 2011

David George Sills March 21, 1938-August 23, 2011

David George Sills, erstwhile presiding justice of the California Fourth District Court of Appeal passed quietly Tuesday, August 23rd, ending his life as he had lived it, cloaked in dignity and courage and surrounded by loved ones. The legal community will miss his leadership and incisive intellect, but everyone...

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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