Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Dr. Paul Kahn, Jr.

Dr. Paul Kahn, Jr.

Sep 30, 2009

Dr. Paul Kahn, Jr., 87, was born April 21, 1922 in Los Angeles, CA and passed away September 30, 2009 at home in Dana Point, CA. A retired Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kahn is survived by his wife, Monika and brother, John Klee.

A Vigil Service will be Thursday, October 8, 2009 at 4:00pm at O?Connor Mortuary, 25301 Alicia...

Liudgardas L. Vaitkus

Liudgardas L. Vaitkus

Sep 30, 2009

Liudgardas L. Vaitkus lives in , passed away at the age of 83. Born on June 17, 1926 and passed away on September 30, 2009.

George William Peterson

George William Peterson

Sep 30, 2009

George William Peterson lives in , passed away at the age of 92. Born on June 08, 1917 and passed away on September 30, 2009.

Raymond Anton Mcqueen

Raymond Anton Mcqueen

Sep 30, 2009

Raymond Anton McQueen, aged 49, was killed on Wednesday morning as he rode to work on his motorcycle. Raymond's greatest legacy was the family whom he left behind: Ramar, age 22, Jahmal, age 19, Karessa, age 17, Tarae, age 12, Elijah, age 10 and his wife Tami. Raymond is survived by his father, Lloyd McQueen of Jamaica, two brothers...

Kenneth Edward Bendix

Kenneth Edward Bendix

Sep 29, 2009

Ken Bendix, July 21, 1962 ? September 29, 2009. Ken passed away after a long, courageous battle against peritoneal mesothelioma. He leaves behind his wife, Alexa; daughters, Aria and Isabella; parents, Don and Betty; brother, Mike; sisters, Barbara and Diana and 9 nieces and nephews.

Ken graduated from Crespi Carmelite High School in Encino and UC Irvine....

George Robert Jeffers

George Robert Jeffers

Sep 29, 2009

George Robert Jeffers, 84, was born April 14, 1925 in Brooklyn, NY and passed away on September 29, 2009 in Lake Forest, CA. He was a resident of Mission Viejo for the past 37 years and worked for J.C. Penney as a Construction Representative for 35 years. After his retirement, George was on the board of HCSC, which provides...

Jessie Mary Pollock

Jessie Mary Pollock

Sep 28, 2009

Jessie Mary 'June' Pollock, a long-time resident of the Lake Forest area, died Monday the 28th of September at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center.

Born in 1923 in Motherwell, Scotland, June received her Nursing degree at 18 and served in Britain for many years, including as a nurse during WWll. In 1958 June emigrated to the United States...

Jean Elizabeth Jurich

Jean Elizabeth Jurich

Sep 28, 2009

Jean Elizabeth Jurich

Born in Chicago, Illinois March 30th, 1932. Daughter of Harold and Ione Schultz.

While a stewardess for Southwest Airlines she met and married the love of her life Sam Jurich November 2nd, 1957 in South Pasadena. They celebrated 51 years of marriage together.

She worked for the city of South...

Shaun Scott O’Brien

Shaun Scott O’Brien

Sep 27, 2009

Shaun Scott O'Brien lives in , passed away at the age of 24. Born on November 20, 1984 and passed away on September 27, 2009.

Keith William Berger

Keith William Berger

Sep 25, 2009

Owner of Lake Forest's Pet Country dies after realizing dream

Lake Forest business owner had fulfilled long-held dream.

By ERIKA I. RITCHIE THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

LAKE FOREST Keith Berger, who three years ago achieved his lifelong dream when he opened a pet store dedicated to animal health and hand-tamed exotic birds, died...

Walter Lee Huber, Sr.

Walter Lee Huber, Sr.

Sep 22, 2009

Huber, Walter Lee Sr. entered this life February 4, 1918 and began eternal life on September 22, 2009 at age 91. He was a resident of Mission Viejo for over 40 years. A member of the 'Greatest Generation', Walt was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky. He attended Male High School and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps...

Charles Francis Kenney

Charles Francis Kenney

Sep 21, 2009

Charles Francis Kenney, 91, a wonderful father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at home with family members in San Clemente on September 21, 2009. His life was filled with accomplishments, beginning in 1939 with his football career with USF, the US Navy, and San Francisco 49ers 1947. After football, Charles continued his career with the Navy, serving as...

John Kolomiec

John Kolomiec

Sep 20, 2009

Kolomiec, John, 45, was born August 31, 1964 in Mt. Prospect, IL and passed away suddenly on September 20, 2009 in Aliso Viejo, CA. A Sales Manager with Invensys Triconex for 14 years, John graduated from the University of Illinois, Chicago with his Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Song; mother,...

Regina Melody Tan

Regina Melody Tan

Sep 20, 2009

Regina Melody Tan, age 10, was born in Red Bank, New Jersey on September 19th, 1999. She passed away peacefully in her Laguna Niguel home on September 20th surrounded by her family. Regina died of malignant brain tumor SPNET. She fought hard for 5 years.

Regina is survived by her brother Gabriel, mom Diana and Dad Nick,...

George Donald Burdett

George Donald Burdett

Sep 17, 2009

George Donald Burdett, 80, of Laguna Niguel after a series of strokes passed away at Saddleback Memorial Hospital on September 17, 2009. George was born in Michigan and raised in England. He was one of six children born to the late George TL Burdett and Annie Castle Burdett, and was the beloved husband of Doortje Johannis Burdett. George is...

Wanda C. Bethel

Wanda C. Bethel

Sep 14, 2009

Wanda Bethel of Barstow, California, a resident of Barstow for more than 50 years, died on September 14, 2009 at Irvine, California. Wanda Bethel worked for years at the Barstow Senior Center as an employee of the County of San Bernardino as the Senior Information Liaison. Mrs. Bethel was instrumental in the establishment of many of the Senior Citizen...

Teres Maria Parker

Teres Maria Parker

Sep 12, 2009

Parker, Teres Maria, 87, of Mission Viejo, CA was born July 16, 1922 in Apatin, Yugoslavia and passed away September 12, 2009.

She is survived by her husband, John C. Parker of Mission Viejo; daughters Julianna Steve Sheldrake of Lehi, UT; Sandra Tim McAndrews of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA; 5 grandchildren, Melissa and Chris McAndrews of RSM,...

Ann Shuey Baker

Ann Shuey Baker

Sep 12, 2009

Ann Shuey Baker, 82, was born October 22, 1926 in Ohio and passed away September 12, 2009 in Irvine, CA.

An Architect and Interior Designer, Ann is survived by her daughter, Karen Robert Burden; son, Rick Debbie Baker; son, Mark Baker; brother, Lin Shuey; 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

O'Connor Mortuary, 949 581-4300 www.oconnormortuary.com

Donald Steven Gray, Sr. Esq.

Donald Steven Gray, Sr. Esq.

Sep 12, 2009

Donald Steven Gray, Sr. Esq., 64, of Irvine, California departed this life Saturday, September 12, 2009 at Cedar Sinai Hospital after a long illness. Attorney Gray was born January 4, 1945 in Los Angeles, California and was the son of the late Leon Bennett and the late Teova Bennett.

He was Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary...

Susanna Olga Baker

Susanna Olga Baker

Sep 10, 2009

Susanna Olga Baker lives in , passed away at the age of 97. Born on March 20, 1912 and passed away on September 10, 2009.

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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