Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Donna Marie Ruiz-Burnham

Donna Marie Ruiz-Burnham

Oct 5, 2008

Donna Marie Ruiz-Burnham lives in , passed away at the age of 48. Born on July 20, 1960 and passed away on October 05, 2008.

Terrance Norbert Mcgovern

Terrance Norbert Mcgovern

Oct 4, 2008

Terrance Norbert McGovern June 19, 1924 – October 4, 2008

McGovern, Terrance Norbert, 84, of Mission Viejo, CA passed away on October 4, 2008 in his home of heart failure. Terry was born in Des Moines, Iowa on June 19, 1924 as the only child of Jeannette and Norbert McGovern. He attended elementary, middle school and Roosevelt...

Ralph Edward Weatherford

Ralph Edward Weatherford

Oct 3, 2008

Ralph Edward Weatherford, 86, was born August 19, 1922 in Pasadena, CA and passed away October 3, 2008 in Mission Viejo, CA. Ralph served in the US Army during WWII. A retired Sales Engineer with both Alcoa and Kaiser Aluminum, Ralph is survived by his wife of 66 years, Eleanor; son, James Pam Weatherford; daughter, Linda Brian McDonald; son,...

Lawrence Ernest Soderlund

Lawrence Ernest Soderlund

Sep 29, 2008

Soderlund, Lawrence E. 'Lance', 62, of Dana Point, CA, went to be with the Lord on September 29th, 2008. He passed away at the Wells House Hospice in Anaheim, CA, due to respiratory complications suffered from end stages of emphysema. Survived by former wife, Sharyn, and their son, Shane. Other adult children: sons, Jason, and Larry; daughter, Jill; 9...

Dorothy Isabel Schroeppel

Dorothy Isabel Schroeppel

Sep 26, 2008

Dorothy ‘Dot’ Schroeppel, nee Dressel, born in Collinsville, IL on June 29, 1921, died on September 26, 2008 in her home in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Dorothy spent most of her life in Collinsville and was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church. She was very active in the Collinsville Junior Service Club in the 1960s, and enjoyed styling...

Louis Brutocao

Louis Brutocao

Sep 25, 2008

Louis Brutocao 1920 – 2008

Louis Brutocao, former Mayor of the City of Covina and prominent business and political leader, died Thursday evening, September 25. Brutocao was 88 years old. He had been diagnosed in March 2007 with Glioblastoma Multiforme, a highly aggressive brain cancer. He had exceeded expectations for both survival and quality of life, with...

Robert Merritt Ward

Robert Merritt Ward

Sep 25, 2008

Robert Merritt Ward – Obituary March 21, 1929 – September 25, 2008

Robert Merritt Ward, a good and faithful servant, devoted to his entire family, respected business leader, dedicated philanthropist and a loyal friend to all who knew him, passed on to heavenly peace September 25, 2008. With the guidance and support of the incredible staff of...

Henriette Irene Dilallo

Henriette Irene Dilallo

Sep 23, 2008

Henriette Irene DiLallo lives in , passed away at the age of 94. Born on October 15, 1913 and passed away on September 23, 2008.

Ann D. Hench

Ann D. Hench

Sep 22, 2008

Ann Hench was born September 11, 1929 in Syracuse, New York. She graduated from Cazenovia College and shortly thereafter married Robert Hench in Syracuse. In 1958, they moved to Los Angeles and then to Laguna Beach. Ann worked for Techtronix, TRW, Top of the World Elementary School, Thurston Junior High School and Laguna Federal Savings and Loan. Ann had...

Maureen Eleanor Smith

Maureen Eleanor Smith

Sep 21, 2008

Maureen E. Smith, age 71, died at home in Laguna Niguel on Sunday, September 21, 2008, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

She was born on December 19, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Thomas and Marion Dunn Brennan. She attended Christ the King Grade School and graduated from The Academy of Our Lady, Long...

Stanley John Kudla

Stanley John Kudla

Sep 18, 2008

Stanley John Kudla lives in , passed away at the age of 73. Born on June 21, 1935 and passed away on September 18, 2008.

Mary Frances Simmons

Mary Frances Simmons

Sep 18, 2008

Mary Frances Simmons, 84, was born December 31, 1923 in New Jersey and passed away September 18, 2008 at home in Lake Forest, CA. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Richard D. Simmons in 1995. A retired secretary who worked for the Corn Products Corporation CPC, Mary is survived by her son, Michael Jean...

Edward Del Canto

Edward Del Canto

Sep 16, 2008

Edward Del Canto lives in , passed away at the age of 73. Born on October 18, 1934 and passed away on September 16, 2008.

Ingrid Alyce Anderberg

Ingrid Alyce Anderberg

Sep 12, 2008

Ingrid Alyce Anderberg, resided in Laguna Hills CA, passed away after a long battle with cancer on September 12, 2008. Ingrid was born September 10, 1945 in Los Angeles, CA. She was the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Axel William Bill Anderberg. She attended Marlborough School in Los Angeles. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from USC. She...

Aileen Golden

Aileen Golden

Sep 12, 2008

Aileen Golden lives in , passed away at the age of 86. Born on May 31, 1922 and passed away on September 12, 2008.

Laverne Marie Rovira

Laverne Marie Rovira

Sep 11, 2008

Laverne Marie Rovira, longtime resident of Stanton, CA, passed away peacefully in her home on September 11, 2008, surrounded by her husband and children. Laverne was born in 1931 in New Orleans, LA. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Walter S. Rovira, Sr.; her eight children: sons Walter, Jr., Glenn, Larry, Marcus, Ward, and Alan Rovira,...

Ernesto Tayag Gutierrez

Ernesto Tayag Gutierrez

Sep 11, 2008

Ernesto Tayag Gutierrez lives in , passed away at the age of 62. Born on January 31, 1946 and passed away on September 11, 2008.

Robert Arthur Claeys

Robert Arthur Claeys

Sep 7, 2008

Robert Arthur Claeys lives in , passed away at the age of 41. Born on June 27, 1967 and passed away on September 07, 2008.

Paul F. Droemer

Paul F. Droemer

Sep 6, 2008

Paul F. Droemer lives in , passed away at the age of 90. Born on October 27, 1917 and passed away on September 06, 2008.

Lori Goode-Banks

Lori Goode-Banks

Sep 6, 2008

Lori Goode-Banks lives in , passed away at the age of 63. Born on April 16, 1945 and passed away on September 06, 2008.

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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