Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Raymond Daniel Dwyer, Jr.

Raymond Daniel Dwyer, Jr.

Oct 19, 2010

Dr. Raymond Dwyer passed away with family by his side at his home in Laguna Woods, California on October 19th, 2010. He was 90 years old. He was born on January 3rd, 1920, in the steel mill town of Gary Indiana, the youngest of three children. Ray was a championship swimmer and attended the University of Michigan. He joined...

Lucille Simon Blate

Lucille Simon Blate

Oct 17, 2010

Lucille Simon Blate lives in , passed away at the age of 90. Born on August 05, 1920 and passed away on October 17, 2010.

Stanley Louis Berney

Stanley Louis Berney

Oct 16, 2010

Stanley Louis Berney lives in , passed away at the age of 73. Born on March 28, 1937 and passed away on October 16, 2010.

Candice Marie Wheelhouse

Candice Marie Wheelhouse

Oct 15, 2010

CANDICE MARIE WHEELHOUSE BORN IN HARBOR CITY, CALIFORNIA ON JANUARY 12, 1978 GOD CALLED HER HOME ON OCTOBER 15, 2010 IN LAGUNA HILLS, CALIFORNIA

CANDICE MARIE WHEELHOUSE, 32, WAS THE OLDEST OF THREE DAUGHTERS BORN TO DOUG & CINDY WHEELHOUSE ON JANUARY 12, 1978 IN HARBOR CITY, CALIFORNIA.

HER EARLY YEARS SHE LIVED IN LAWNDALE...

Paul Richard Young

Paul Richard Young

Oct 14, 2010

Paul was a Structural Engineer and Senior Vice President with RBF Consulting, a widely respected nation wide engineering firm. During his 30-year career he directed the design and construction of many bridges and other structures. He was a respected teacher and mentor within his profession, and loved what he did for a living.

But his real loves...

Frank “Mac” B. Mchenry

Frank “Mac” B. Mchenry

Oct 13, 2010

Frank B. McHenry of Aliso Viejo, California died Wednesday October 13, 2010. He was 90. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Lenore McHenry, 2 children, 2 stepchildren, 7 grandchildren and 4 step-grandchildren.

Mr. McHenry was a native of Glen Rock NJ. He attended Rutgers University, but left to work for a defense plant during...

Frank Mchenry

Frank Mchenry

Oct 13, 2010

Frank B. McHenry of Aliso Viejo, California died Wednesday October 13, 2101. He was 90. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Lenore McHenry, 2 children, 2 step children, 7 grandchildren and 4 step grandchildren.

Mr. McHenry was a native of Glen Rock NJ. He attended Rutgers University, but left to work for a defense...

Mary Teresa Michela

Mary Teresa Michela

Oct 12, 2010

Mary Teresa Michela lives in , passed away at the age of 94. Born on November 21, 1915 and passed away on October 12, 2010.

Samuel Magedman

Samuel Magedman

Oct 12, 2010

Samuel Magedman lives in , passed away at the age of 88. Born on July 08, 1922 and passed away on October 12, 2010.

Nereo Moisterio Loresto

Nereo Moisterio Loresto

Oct 12, 2010

Our Lord received into his embrace Nereo Moisterio Loresto who passed away in Irvine, CA October 12, 2010. He is survived by his loving family: wife Adulfa Loresto, daughter Marisol Chang, sons Ray and Nereo Loresto, sisters Prudencia Pahilga, Lilia Loresto, Sr. Maria Aucelia Loresto, his brother Mauro Loresto and grandchildren Trinity, Nereo, Christian, Michael and Roman.

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Nicolas Cancela

Nicolas Cancela

Oct 11, 2010

Nicolas Cancela lives in , passed away at the age of 80. Born on September 16, 1930 and passed away on October 11, 2010.

Aurora H. Vargas

Aurora H. Vargas

Oct 10, 2010

Aurora H. Vargas lives in , passed away at the age of 85. Born on October 17, 1924 and passed away on October 10, 2010.

Anne Martha Risak

Anne Martha Risak

Oct 10, 2010

Anne Martha Risak lives in , passed away at the age of 90. Born on November 19, 1919 and passed away on October 10, 2010.

Dean E. Palmer

Dean E. Palmer

Oct 9, 2010

Dean Edward Palmer was born on March 21, 1934, and died on October 9, 2010, due to complications from dementia and pneumonia. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Gloria Palmer, his four children, nine grandchildren and a new great grandson.

Dean was born in Coquille, Oregon; he was the sixth child of eleven. Because...

Mary Ann Banko

Mary Ann Banko

Oct 9, 2010

Mary Ann Banko, Born Sept 25, 1937 New Castle, PA A loving wife and mother passed away Sat. Oct. 9, 2010 at Mission Viejo Medical Center after a 2-1/2 year battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband of 54 years John P. Banko, Jr. of Mission Viejo and her son Joseph A. Banko and his wife Kathleen...

Arthur Andrew Costello

Arthur Andrew Costello

Oct 9, 2010

Arthur Andrew Costello lives in , passed away at the age of 65. Born on May 03, 1945 and passed away on October 09, 2010.

Charlotte M. Gandall

Charlotte M. Gandall

Oct 8, 2010

Charlotte M. Gandall was born on September 29, 1911 she attended Sacred Hearts Academy in Honolulu, Hawaii and graduated in 1929. She married Albert K. Gandall Jr. She passed away on Oct 8, 2010 and is survived by her children: Charlotte Posten, Joan Schmidt, Albert K. Gandall III, Thelma Han, twelve Grandchildren, eight Great-Grandchildren, and one Great-Great-Grandchild.

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John D. Loughrey

John D. Loughrey

Oct 7, 2010

John D. Loughrey, proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Born in Detroit, Michigan on Oct. 12, 1924. Passed on Oct. 6, 2010 at 85 and resided in Lake Forest, CA.

Survived by Valeria Joyce, wife of 42 years; sisters Beverley and Betty Lou; brother Bill; sons, John D., Jr, Don, Keith Dana, Robert; daughters Valerie Don,...

Betty Graham Keith

Betty Graham Keith

Oct 7, 2010

Betty Graham Keith

February 10, 1927 October 7, 2010

Betty Keith grew up in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. She married Bill Keith in 1948, and during their sixty years together, they moved frequently as part of Bill's career as a Marine Corps officer, around the country and to Korea. After settling in Dana Point in...

Beth Noreen Hatcher

Beth Noreen Hatcher

Oct 6, 2010

Beth Noreen Hatcher lives in , passed away at the age of 78. Born on February 13, 1932 and passed away on October 06, 2010.

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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