Obituaries
Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary
David Allen Weathers
Jan 3, 2024
Dave was born on September 18, 1935, in Richmond, California. He grew up primarily in El Segundo, Ca. Dave’s Father died when Dave was at an early age, and his mom never remarried. As a single mom, she raised Dave and his 3 siblings-Bill, Betty and Steve.
In Dave’s High school years, he enjoyed playing the trombone,...
Edgar Howard Compton Ii
Jan 3, 2024
Edgar Howard Compton II, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2024, at his home in Irvine, CA. He was born on August 4, 1943 in Los Angeles, California to Edgar and July Crandall Compton.
Ed’s journey through life was marked by love, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to his family and community. ...
Tomas Jan Holman
Jan 2, 2024
Tomas Jan Holman was born 12/17/64 in Pardubice, Czech Republic and died on 1/2/24 in Orange County, California. Tom is survived by his son Joey Holman, daughter Abby Holman, mother Maria Holman and brother Alex Holman.
Tom lived an amazing life. He grew up in Czech with loving family around him. He attended the University of Prague...
Donald G. Wyman
Dec 31, 2023
Donald Wyman June 27, 1924 to December 31, 2023
Donald G Wyman died peacefully on Sunday, December 31, 2023, at 99. He was born June 27, 1924, in Hartford, Connecticut. He is survived by his daughters, Donna Goldsworthy and Joyce (Gregory) Cross, and five grandsons, Gary Goldsworthy, Jacob Wyman, Bryan Wyman, Ryan (Pam) Cross, and Donald Cross....
Pauline Ann Beauchamp
Dec 31, 2023
Pauline Ann Beauchamp (Deggendorfer) May 11, 1930 to December 31, 2023
Pauline Ann Deggendorfer was born in Kellogg, Idaho in May 1930, during the early days of the Great Depression. Kellogg was a rugged mining town in the mountains, and her family lived in a middle-class neighborhood in town. Her parents, Ted and Jenny, were devout Catholics and raised...
Keith Franklin Fowler
Dec 30, 2023
Keith Franklin Fowler, actor, director, producer, and educator, died on December 30, 2023. Born on February 23, 1939, in San Francisco to Jack Franklin and Jacklyn Hocking Montgomery Fowler. Keith's early exposure to theater led to a career that spanned decades. Known for his quick wit and sharp mind, Keith acted, directed, and taught with fervor, and was beloved...
Bick Xuan Nguyen
Dec 30, 2023
Bick Nguyen 3/2/1967 to 12/30/2023
Bick Nguyen passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her parents, Can Nguyen and Diem Vu; 3 brothers, Doan, Long, and Bao, and six sisters, Trang, Thuy, Huong, Zung, Cuc, and Chau; ten nieces and nephews; and 3 great nieces and nephews.
...Jennifer Irene “Jen” Mirmak
Dec 28, 2023
Jennifer I. Mirmak
Jennifer Ford Mirmak, "Jen", aged 59 passed away surrounded by loved ones on December 28th, 2023. She fought bravely against two forms of cancer. Born in Philadelphia and raised in Bloomington, Minnesota, Jen loved her job as a paratransit driver in Orange County, CA. Her clients will miss her dearly. Jen was proudly clean...
Teresa Ann “Terry” Kroehler
Dec 26, 2023
Teresa Ann Kroehler "Terry" was born on September 19th, 1962 in Duarte CA as the third of four daughters to Bob and Tina Haeussler. On December 26th, 2023 she went Home to spend eternity with Jesus.
Terry grew up in Monrovia and Glendora, CA. She loved trips to the beach and swimming. She swam competitively and enjoyed...
Aurelia Constantine "Artie" Nunnery
Dec 26, 2023
Aurelia Constantine Nunnery
Aurelia Constantine Nunnery passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of December 26 th , 2023. She had reached the milestone age of 100 years recently and battled courageously during the last months of her life before she was rewarded her angel wings to be with her Lord and Savior.
Little...
Edward L. Stanton
Dec 24, 2023
On Sunday December 24 th Ed Stanton passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife of 68 years Blanche by his side.
Ed was born November 11, 1938, in Yuma Arizona to Richard (Whitey), and Edna Stanton, the Stanton family tracing its Yuma roots to the 1800s. Ed fondly remembered spending part of his early years...
Robert Leland Hellewell
Dec 23, 2023
Skip Hellewell
Robert "Skip" Leland Hellewell died December 23, 2023, just two days after being diagnosed with acute leukemia. When the doctor somberly informed him of his terminal diagnosis, Skip smiled and said, "It's been a really great ride!" He wasn't kidding.
The ride started October 7, 1941, in Sacramento, California where Skip...
Tamara Jean “Tami” Hanks Sagona
Dec 23, 2023
Tamara Jean Hanks Sagona was born January 24, 1944 in Burbank Ca and passed peacefully at her home in San Clemente surrounded by her loving family on the evening of December 23, 2023.
Tami was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia in 2018 and continued to live a full life surrounded by her faithful family and devoted friends....
Rev. David O. Beadles
Dec 21, 2023
Reverend David O. Beadles
David was born on August 1, 1930 in Tacoma, WA—but wait, there was a surprise—there were twins! David liked to say "he kicked his sister out of the womb". Dolores was born first and then David. His father was a Methodist minister and the family moved around the Pacific Northwest during his childhood....
Arvin Arthur "Ski" Polenske
Dec 21, 2023
Arvin Arthur Polenske January 5, 1934 – December 21, 2023
Arvin "Ski" Arthur Polenske was born on January 5, 1934 in Newton Township, WI. He was the first born child of Arthur and Esther (Klimke) Polenske. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran church. He graduated from Beaver Dam High in 1952. He enjoyed...
Samuel Mangione Ed.D.
Dec 19, 2023
Samuel Mangione, Ed.D. Laguna Woods Village, CA
Samuel (Sam) died peacefully on December 19, 2023, at his home at age 96. A resident of Laguna Woods Village for the past 21 years, Dr. Mangione was born in Pittston, PA, on August 17, 1927. After serving in the US Army, he completed his Bachelor's degree at the University...
Joseph Lawrence Brennan
Dec 18, 2023
In loving memory of Joseph Lawrence Brennan Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and cherished friend, who peacefully departed on Monday December 18 th , 2023, surrounded by the enduring love of his family and friends.
Born on October 24 th , 1936 in Pennsylvania to Margaret and George, Joe's journey was marked by exceptional...
Linda Suzanne Wooten
Dec 16, 2023
Linda Suzanne Wooten, née Shalhoub, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Irvine, California on the morning of December 16, 2023.
She was born on January 19, 1939, in Los Angeles, Ca. A second generation Angelino and second generation native Californian. She graduated from Hoover High in Glendale, in 1956.
She then ...
William Joseph Porter Jr.
Dec 16, 2023
It is with great sadness that the family of William Joseph Porter, Jr., a twenty-nine-year resident of Laguna Niguel, announce his passing on the sixteenth of December at a residential care facility in Laguna Niguel.
Born on October 25, 1927, in Dayton, Ohio, Bill attended Corpus Christi Elementary School, then Chaminade High School, an all-boys school, in...
Bart A. Gampon
Dec 16, 2023
BART A. GAMPON
Bart Agustin Gampon, of Irvine, California, passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023.
Bart was born the seventh of nine children to Geminiano and Simeona Gampon on August 24, 1936, in Camiling, Tarlac, Philippines. He graduated from Far Eastern University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce (major in Accounting and...
Obituaries for O'Connor Mortuary
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