Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Chih-Jin Tseng 曾治津

Chih-Jin Tseng 曾治津

Nov 1, 2023

Chih-Jin Tseng 曾治津 June 4, 1931 – November 1, 2023

Devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, he led a full life, made amazing by his brilliant mind, love for learning, and adaptability to even the most challenging circumstances.

The arc of his life stretched from Ruijin in Jiangxi province, where from a very...

Donald Gorrell Whitlatch

Donald Gorrell Whitlatch

Nov 1, 2023

Don Gorrell Whitlatch passed away on November 1, 2023.

Don was born on November 15, 1948, in Pasadena, California to Barbara and Donald Gorrell.  Don's father passed away when Don was 7 years old.  His Mother married Wiley Whitlatch and Don was adopted by him when he was 8 years old.  Both Barbara and Wiley preceded him...

R. Keith Dinsmoor

R. Keith Dinsmoor

Oct 30, 2023

Keith Dinsmoor was born in 1938 in Pasadena, California and lived 85 eventful years.

His childhood in Altadena was full of freedom that led to outdoor adventures and enduring friendships with people all the way through college and beyond.  Keith graduated from Muir High School in Pasadena and went to Stanford University and then on to UC Berkely for...

Maria Mercedes “Meche” Rossel Cuadros

Maria Mercedes “Meche” Rossel Cuadros

Oct 30, 2023

Maria Mercedes Rossel Cuadros "Meche" September 24, 1958 – October 30, 2023

Maria Mercedes Rossel Cuadros, known to many as "Meche", passed away on October 30, 2023. Born in Peru, she made Orange County, California, her home after immigrating to the U.S. in 2001.

She was the beloved wife of Jose Luis Mendoza...

Srinivas Chamarajanagar Nandakumar

Srinivas Chamarajanagar Nandakumar

Oct 26, 2023

In Loving Memory of Srinivas Chamarajanagar Nandakumar

Srinivas was a loving husband and a devoted father. He was a passionate playwright, director and actor, a connoisseur of life's vibrant colors, and a dear friend to many. His life was a celebration of love, creativity, and curiosity, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of...

Virginia R. “Virgie” Bruner

Virginia R. “Virgie” Bruner

Oct 25, 2023

Virginia R. Bruner Nov. 3, 1938 – Oct. 25, 2023

Virginia "Virgie" R. Bruner, age 84, of Newport Beach and recently of Aliso Viejo, California, peacefully passed away on October 25, 2023. Born on November 3, 1938, in Hagonoy Bulacan, Philippines. Virginia was the eldest daughter of Josefa Raymundo and Victoriano Basañes. She had five...

Dale Kevin Gough

Dale Kevin Gough

Oct 24, 2023

Dale Gough passed away peacefully on October 24, 2023 at the age of 67. He was born and raised in Southern California.

In 1977, he met his wife, Katherine, at the batting cages in Fountain Valley, where they challenged each other to a "battle of the sexes." They were married in 1979. He was a dedicated father,...

Gordon Philip "Gordy" Hite

Gordon Philip "Gordy" Hite

Oct 23, 2023

Gordon Philip Hite (Gordy) passed away Monday, October 23, 2023 in Marietta, CA, at the age of 87.

Gordy was born November 7, 1935 in Syracuse, NY to Charles and Loretta (Grenier) Hite, Sr. He served in the army after high school and graduated from La Moyne College in Syracuse, NY. On June 13, 1959, he married...

James Livingston Plummer

James Livingston Plummer

Oct 23, 2023

James L. Plummer (83), longtime resident of Los Altos Hills passed away recently at the care facility in Mission Viejo, CA where he had resided since 2021. He passed peacefully in his sleep. The cause of his death was old age, exacerbated by a brain injury / stroke that he suffered in 2020. His life was one filled with...

Therese S. Young

Therese S. Young

Oct 23, 2023

Therese S. Young passed away peacefully, Monday, October 23, 2023. She was born in Los Angeles, spending most of her childhood in LaCanada/Flintridge. She attended Anokia School for girls where she made lifelong friends. She married Paul Doleshal and settled in Arcadia, CA and raised four daughters. Later she earned a license to sell Life Insurance in Los Angeles...

Maxine Theresa Quitiquit

Maxine Theresa Quitiquit

Oct 21, 2023

MAXINE TERESA QUITIQUIT Sunrise: November 16,1935 Sunset October 21, 2023

Her Legacy Includes: 6 Children 22 Grand Children 39 Great Grand Children

Our mom was born in Seattle Washington. Raised in San Pedro CA, she dropped out of High school at 14 to marry and start a family. She gave birth...

Susan Healy Koenker

Susan Healy Koenker

Oct 20, 2023

Susan Koenker, 83, of Newport Beach, passed away October 20, 2023 with her family by her side.

She was born to the late Mack and Maxine Healy, December 12, 1939 in Bradford Pennsylvania. Susan graduated from Villa Maria College and received a BA in nursing. After graduation, Susan landed her first job at the acclaimed Columbia Presbyterian...

Earl Charles Santy

Earl Charles Santy

Oct 20, 2023

Earl Charles Santy Earl Charles Santy, a beloved son, brother, uncle, great uncle, Godfather, and friend, passed away on October 20, 2023, at the age of 69.  He leaves behind a legacy of warmth, joy, kindness, and love. Earl was born on July 6, 1954, to his parents, Earl Charles and Helen Justine Santy, on the South Side...

Charles S. Jamerson

Charles S. Jamerson

Oct 19, 2023

Charles S. Jamerson

Charles S. Jamerson passed away quietly on October 19, 2023 in Long Beach, California.

Growing up in Riverside, he attended Emerson and St. Thomas elementary schools, Notre Dame High School, and Riverside City College. He was also a former parishioner of Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine Catholic Church.

He worked...

Douglas Leonard Albin

Douglas Leonard Albin

Oct 18, 2023

Douglas Leonard Albin, 83, of Mission Viejo, CA, passed away peacefully at his home on October 18, 2023. Doug was born on August 5, 1940, in Vermillion, South Dakota. He spent his early years in South Dakota before the family moved to Aurora, Colorado, and eventually Southern California, where he graduated from Morningside High School in Inglewood.

...

Frances Dupre Fitzhugh

Frances Dupre Fitzhugh

Oct 17, 2023

 Frances DuPre Fitzhugh  (1932-2023) Frances DuPre Fitzhugh, 91, cherished wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed peacefully, October 17, 2023.

She was born April 2, 1932 in Memphis, Tennessee to Clotilda Belle Mitchener and John Anderson DuPre. She was the eldest of two children. All have preceded her in death, as well as William Marsh Fitzhugh (Bill), her beloved husband of 50 years.

Frances...

Kate Chung

Kate Chung

Oct 17, 2023

"For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago." – Ephesians 2:10

Honoring a Blessed Life Kate Chung (정경령)

On October 17, 2023, in the comfort of her beautiful new home and her husband's embrace, our courageous, beloved...

James John Maffetore

James John Maffetore

Oct 16, 2023

James John Maffetore, 91, of San Juan Capistrano passed away on October 16, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11am on Tuesday, November 14 at Mission Basilica, San Juan Capistrano.

James was born to James and Mary (Pisano) Maffetore on July 2, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY. He was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High...

Joseph Bachmeier

Joseph Bachmeier

Oct 16, 2023

"The time of departure is at hand. I have competed well, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith."

The words of Paul: (my confirmation name)

2 Timothy 4:7

My work is done, let me rest in peace forever. Safely home in Heaven at last. Our faith is such that we...

Nancy Voss Scott

Nancy Voss Scott

Oct 15, 2023

Nancy Voss Scott June 16, 1937-October 15, 2023

Nancy Voss Scott, age 86, of Lake Forest and recently of Lake Balboa, California, peacefully passed away on October 15, 2023. Born on June 16, 1937, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Nancy Ann was the daughter of Anna Rose Houlihan Voss and William Charles Voss. She had...

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.

Obituary Notifications

Subscribe to get alerts for new obituaries when O'Connor Mortuary posts tributes.

A logo for grief steps with an orange wave on a white background.
A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.