Obituaries

Oct 14, 2023

Karen Ann Alvarado 8/8/1948 – 10/14/2023

Karen Ann Alvarado was born on August 8, 1948, in Teaneck, New Jersey and raised in Old Tappan, New Jersey. She passed away in Laguna Beach, California on October 14, 2023.

Karen was predeceased by her parents Herbert and Dorothy Seddon and her brother, Gary Seddon. She is survived...

Oct 14, 2023

Fatemeh "Mahin" Ghasemi

Fatemeh "Mahin" Ghasemi was born on March 30, 1945 in Tehran, Iran.

She had a passion for teaching and taught 4 th through 6 th grade in Iran for 22 years, and continued her teaching career for 31 years after settling in Orange County, California in December of 1985.

She...

Oct 12, 2023

Ladies and gentlemen, we gather here today to celebrate the vibrant and loving life of a remarkable man, Richard Raymond Soto Sr. Born on October 25th, 1960, in the sunny city of San Jose, California, to Diane and Edward Soto, Richard's journey through life was marked by an infectious energy and a deep commitment to family and friends.

Oct 10, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Martin Albertine, who departed this life on October 10, 2023. Born in Springfield, Illinois, on January 4, 1945, John was a beacon of knowledge, perseverance, and love.

John's intellectual prowess led him to Champaign, Illinois at the University of Illinois, where he earned his Juris...

Oct 9, 2023

Eva Lee Dongieux, 97, of Lake Forest, CA. went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 9, 2023. Eva was born July 11, 1926 in Jackson, Kentucky to Robert and Jenny (Roark) Trent. She graduated from Jackson High School. Eva decided to boldly move to California in the early 1950's. She married her true love Gerald (Gerry) Dongieux...

Oct 8, 2023

In lieu of flowers donations be made to UCI -Dermatology Research or UCI -Center for Autism

Oct 8, 2023

Yoshiko Watanabe, age 88, passed away on the morning of October 8, 2023 due to metastasis (spread of cancer) at Hoag Hospital in Irvine. She was born on September 19, 1935 in Saitama Prefecture in Japan. She was married to Sharkey Watanabe for over 30 years, who preceded her death in 1996. She has three remaining sons.

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Oct 8, 2023

Leslie Jo DeLong, known affectionately as Les, peacefully passed away on October 8, 2023, at the age of 68 in Laguna Hills, CA. Born on August 3, 1955, in Bristol, PA, Les was a woman of remarkable beauty, vibrant spirit, and unwavering resilience. She will forever be cherished for her boundless love, kindness, quick wit, and unwavering determination.

Oct 4, 2023

Joann Marie Bullington Feb 14, 1945 – Oct 4, 2023

Joann Marie Bullington (Gignac) passed away peacefully at home in Mission Viejo, CA on October 4th after a long illness. Joann was born on February 14th, 1945 in Michigan and married Steven Bullington on June 13th, 1965. Joann and Steve moved to California in 1969,...

Oct 2, 2023

In Loving Memory 🌹 Evelyn Meier June 23, 1925 – October 2, 2023

We remember with fondness our radiant Evelyn, a devoted wife, cherished mother, doting grandmother, and loyal dog mom. As a skilled medical technologist and an active member of the Presbyterian Church, her influence was felt deeply. With a heart for...

Oct 1, 2023

Joe passed away peacefully on October 1, 2023. Born on April 29, 1922 in North Bergen, NJ, Joe was the only child of Joseph Casamento and Marie Casamento. A long time resident of Wayne NJ, after retirement he and his wife Margaret moved to Laguna Niguel CA to be nearer to family. After 55 blessed years of marriage Margaret...

Sep 29, 2023

Merrill Wayne Smith November 27, 1951 – September 29, 2023 Orange, CA

Merrill Smith was born on November 27, 1951 in Mt. Lebanon, Pennsylvania to parents Wayne and Olive Smith. He passed away in Orange, California on September 29, 2023. In 1994, he and his partner, Joanne Knoblock, moved from New Jersey to Pinewood Street in Orange....

Sep 27, 2023

Gregory L. Heneghan 1966 – 2023

Family, friends and the community lost an authentic original when Gregory "Henny" Heneghan died on September 27, 2023. A California transplant who lived a life of adventure, Greg was guided in life by the values of hard work, kindness, strength of character, wisdom and bravery. There was no better...

Sep 26, 2023

Patricia Ann De La Cruz, 85, was born on March 5th, 1938, in West Hollywood, California, the only child of parents Jane Frame Campbell and Kenneth Livingston Morris. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, in the early morning hours of September 26th, 2023, from complications of Covid-19.

Patricia attended Redondo Union High School but graduated from...

Sep 26, 2023

Derek Richard Carson 1984-2023

Derek Richard Carson was born July 6, 1984 and passed unexpectedly September 26, 2023. It's not easy to sum up a person's life and the impact he's had on those in his circle in a few words, but here is an attempt to capture his spirit so you can know him a little...

Sep 23, 2023

James Martin Higgins 2/7/1938 – 9/23/2023

Forever in our hearts – Thank you for the years of laughter and love!

Jim passed away peacefully with his family by his side on September 23, 2023 – the first day of Autumn, a season he loved. He will be missed greatly and was loved by...

Sep 23, 2023

Philip passed away peacefully from complications from Parkinson’s disease. He was born and raised in Highland Park Michigan. As a young man he enlisted in the Marine Corps and served during the Korean War. Before he went overseas he was stationed at El Toro Marine Base and MCAS Tustin. He came to love Orange County, and eventually moved here....

Sep 22, 2023

Anthony J. Messina

Anthony J. Messina, 99, of Laguna Niguel, California, entered into eternal Life on Friday, September 22, 2023. Born on July 6, 1924 in Kansas City, Missouri, Anthony was the son of the late Jasper and Rose Messina of Kansas City. He was a longtime resident of Kansas City, Kansas. Anthony and his...

Sep 20, 2023

Anna Starosciuc passed away at the age of 85. Born on October 12, 1937 and passed away on September 20, 2023.

Sep 15, 2023

Anna Oyhenart passed away peacefully in Mission Viejo, California, on September 15, 2023, at age 95. She was born in the Basque village of Helette in the south of France on August 12, 1928. She spent her childhood in Helette with her parents, Jean and Marianne Istillart, her sister, Veronique, and brother, Etienne. Anna later moved to Biarritz to...