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Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

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Kathryn M. "Kay" Chapman

Kathryn M. "Kay" Chapman

Apr 16, 2024

Kay Chapman March 29, 1945 – April 16, 2024

Kathryn M. Chapman, "Kay", passed away, relatively suddenly of cardiac arrest, in Lake Forest, California on April 16, 2024. She grew up in Pasadena California with her parents Bob and Virginia Chapman (deceased) and her older brother Rick Chapman (deceased 2013). She was a fun spirit who had...

Connie Ann Royce

Connie Ann Royce

Apr 16, 2024

Connie Royce 7/8/1943 – 4/16/2024

Connie Ann Royce, age 80, passed peacefully on April 16, 2024 with her husband Charles (Chuck) and daughters Suzanne (Suzie) and Amy by her side.

Daughter of Frank J. Blovsky and Evelyn Poelvoorde Blovsky, Connie was born in Newfield NY in 1943 and moved to California in 1965...

Carla Luisa Coppock

Carla Luisa Coppock

Apr 15, 2024

Tell us about your loved one: Carla Luisa Ductor Coppock was born on March 27, 1949 to the late Joseph Ductor and Serene Soibelman Ductor (96). She was married to her soulmate and best friend, Jack Lamar Coppock (85) for 54 years. Dear mother of Luisa Anna Coppock Duffield (53); cherished grandmother to Jordyn Nicole Duffield (22);...

Henry Joseph "Hank" Ver Wayne Iii

Henry Joseph "Hank" Ver Wayne Iii

Apr 13, 2024

Henry "Hank" Ver Wayne III

SIDNEY – Henry Joseph Ver Wayne III, age 79, passed away at Providence Medical Hospital in Mission Viejo, California on April 13, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Hank was born on April 2, 1945, in Sidney, Ohio to the late Henry J. Ver Wayne II and Ethel Catherine (Littleton)...

Arthur Joseph Fontecchio

Arthur Joseph Fontecchio

Apr 12, 2024

Arthur Fontecchio

Arthur Fontecchio, 100 years old, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and great-great grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on April 12, 2024. He entered this world on April 24, 1923 in Mamaroneck, NY, born to Joseph and Lena Fontecchio. Arthur married Celia Goodenough of Laguna Hills, California on December 19...

Charles “Chuck” E. Money

Charles “Chuck” E. Money

Apr 12, 2024

In loving memory of Charles "Chuck" Money, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Chuck passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on April 12, 2024.

Born May 8th, 1933 to Austin and Erma Money in Ladoga, Indiana. Chuck lived a life defined by integrity, hard work, and unwavering love for his family. Throughout...

Claudette Helen Buckley

Claudette Helen Buckley

Apr 9, 2024

Claudette Buckley, a beautiful woman, without fanfare always placed God, her family, her friends and those in need ahead of herself.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, she moved to Los Angeles, California in her early teens, graduated from Fairfax High School, and attended Loyola University (now Loyola Marymount University) where she worked for several years in the...

Walter Charles Pemper

Walter Charles Pemper

Apr 9, 2024

WALTER CHARLES PEMPER DECEMBER 30, 1938 – APRIL 9, 2024

Walter Charles Pemper passed away on April 9, 2024 after complications from a stroke.

Wally was born on December 30, 1938 to Helen Mae (nee Wilm) and Jacob Pemper in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was their firstborn son. A brother Jack soon followed, and...

Marianne Lobley

Marianne Lobley

Apr 9, 2024

Marianne Lobley, born January 15, 1931, passed from this world April 9, 2024 at the age of 93.

Born in Houston Texas, Marianne met and married the love of her life Joe Hunt. Joe was an officer in the US Air Force. Marianne and Joe lived in Japan, England, Philippines, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

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Sharon Marie Mansur

Sharon Marie Mansur

Apr 8, 2024

Sharon Marie Mansur (née Teschler), 77, of Dana Point, California, succumbed to her battle with cancer on April 8, 2024, passing away peacefully at home surrounded by family. She is survived by her brother Dennis Teschler and his wife Jeanne, stepson Todd Mansur, stepdaughter Shala Mansur O'Keefe, nephew Ron Teschler and his wife Cori, niece Elizabeth Teschler, nephew Micheal...

David Taylor Cannon

David Taylor Cannon

Apr 7, 2024

“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”

David Taylor Cannon, a man of letters, faith, philosophy and unconditional love, transitioned to eternal life on April 7, 2024.

David was born at home on July 7, 1929, in Mount Morris, New York, to Charles and Helen (nee...

Augustin "Augie" Amezcua

Augustin "Augie" Amezcua

Apr 3, 2024

Viewing and service ceremony will be on Thursday April 25, 2024 at 10:00 am to 12:00 noon at O’Connor Mortuary 25301 Alicia Pkwy Laguna Hills, CA 92653

Interment will be held at 01:00 pm El Toro Memorial Park 25751 Trabuco Rd Lake Forest, CA 92630

A Big Thank You to the entire staff at Sunnywood...

Mohammad Iraj Zadjmool

Mohammad Iraj Zadjmool

Apr 2, 2024

Mohammad Iraj Zadjmool passed away at the age of 80. Born on September 23, 1943 and passed away on April 02, 2024.

Solon Augustus Goodson

Solon Augustus Goodson

Apr 1, 2024

Funeral service will be on Friday, May 3, 2024 at 2:00pm at O'Connor Mortuary in Laguna Hills.

It may also be viewed online at https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxMzM5NTI0NjMwNTE3MyZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==

Timothy Gerard Dineen

Timothy Gerard Dineen

Mar 31, 2024

Timothy Gerard Dineen October 27, 1945 – March 31, 2024

Timothy Gerard Dineen passed away on Easter Sunday at his home in Mission Viejo, California, surrounded by his devoted family and friends; he was 78. Born October 27, 1945, to Aileen Conway Dineen and George Charles Dineen in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Tim grew up as the...

Margaret Lyon Von Der Ahe

Margaret Lyon Von Der Ahe

Mar 29, 2024

Born to Winifred McEvoy and Richard Lyon on February 21, 1925, Peggy, Mom, Grandma, and G.G. (“Great-Grandmother”), as she was known to her friends and family, passed away peacefully of natural causes on March 29, 2024. Peggy attended Cathedral Chapel Grammar School, Immaculate Heart High School, and Immaculate Heart College. At school, she met life-long friends that stayed in...

Carmen C. Oyharzabal

Carmen C. Oyharzabal

Mar 27, 2024

Carmen was a descendant of one of the original Basque settlers in San Juan Capistrano. Esteban Oyharzabal and Eugenie Harguindeguy emigrated from France, married and had two daughters, Carmen & Therese (deceased). She is survived by her niece Maria Carmen Rodriguez (daughter of Therese & Tom Rodriguez (deceased)). Her extended family remains in France.

The Oyharzabal ranch...

Robin Rosemarie Bufanda

Robin Rosemarie Bufanda

Mar 27, 2024

Robin Bufanda

Robin Bufanda, beloved mother, wife, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2024 at the age of 67. Born and raised in Queens, New York. Robin was a beacon of light to all who knew her. She lived her life with boundless kindness, unwavering compassion, and a contagious joy...

Sylvia Julia Chance

Sylvia Julia Chance

Mar 26, 2024

Sylvia Julia Chance was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 13, 1931. She was the youngest of four children. Her early life was very hard. Her mother died when Sylvia was only four years old. What followed can only be described as a very sad and lonely life. Her childhood taught her to be resilient. As she recounted her...

Eric Patrick Barnard

Eric Patrick Barnard

Mar 24, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Eric Patrick Barnard, a beloved son, brother, father, husband, and friend. Eric departed this world unexpectedly on March 24, leaving behind a void that can never be filled.

Born on May 11, 1973, Eric lived a life of generosity and unwavering commitment to his loved ones and his community....

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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