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Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

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Nicoline "Nicky" Monfils

Nicoline "Nicky" Monfils

Jul 18, 2023

Nicoline Monfils, or Nicky as she liked to be called, passed away peacefully on July 18,2023, in Mission Viejo at the age of 97 years young. Still vibrant till her final days here even doing exercises on her last day. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years together, William Monfils. Nicky will be reunited...

Dorothy Lillian Niemynski

Dorothy Lillian Niemynski

Jul 15, 2023

Dorothy Lillian Niemynski, 95, of Mission Viejo, CA, passed away on July 15, 2023 from congestive heart failure.

Dorothy was born on October 2, 1927 to John and Lillian Wurster in West New York, New Jersey. After Dorothy graduated from high school, she started her first job as a secretary at Keuffel & Esser Co., in Hoboken,...

James Richard Wadin

James Richard Wadin

Jul 14, 2023

James Richard Wadin was born on August 25, 1946 in Flemington, New Jersey, to Reinhardt Wadin and his wife, Hilda Mansch Wadin. He was graduated from Hunterdon Central Regional High School in Flemington and attended Michigan State University College of Engineering from 1964-1968.

Following graduation from MSU with a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, he was recruited...

Mary Lu Fehrenbach

Mary Lu Fehrenbach

Jul 14, 2023

Mary Lu Morgan Fehrenbach was born in Santa Monica, California on August 29, 1941. Her parents Mary and Irvin Morgan raised their family in the hills of Topanga Canyon. Mary Lu was the youngest of three children. She was close to both her brothers, Robert and John Morgan.

After graduating from high school, Mary Lu began working...

Eleanor Rose Howard

Eleanor Rose Howard

Jul 14, 2023

Eleanor Rose Wilson Howard December 21, 1928 – July 14, 2023

Eleanor (Ellen, El) Rose (Wilson) Howard passed away at age 94 peacefully in her home after succumbing to cancer. Eleanor was surrounded by her three loving daughters and her supportive caregiver as she quietly slipped away. Prior to her passing she received an outpouring...

Andrea Nicol Drexelius

Andrea Nicol Drexelius

Jul 12, 2023

Andrea Nicol Drexelius December 5, 1965 – July 12, 2023

Andrea Nicol Drexelius passed from this life to the next on July 12 th , 2023 in Newport Beach, California at the age of 57, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer.

Andrea was born December 5 th , 1965 in Laguna...

Donald Cornelius Schlotter Jr.

Donald Cornelius Schlotter Jr.

Jul 12, 2023

Donald Cornelius Schlotter, Jr.

On the afternoon of July 12, 2023, Donald Cornelius Schlotter, Jr. passed away peacefully in Irvine, CA with his son, Eric and daughter-in-law, Liana by his side. He was 83 years old.

Donald was born on October 11, 1939 in Bethlehem, PA to Donald C. Schlotter and Grace V. Schlotter, and...

Rita Noël Humphry

Rita Noël Humphry

Jul 11, 2023

We bid a fond farewell to the wonderful Rita Noël Humphry, or as she liked to be called, Noël Humphry. She gracefully left this world on July 11, 2023, in San Juan Capistrano, CA, at the age of 82. Born on May 25, 1941, in Monterey Park, she brought joy to all those around her. She was preceded in...

Mary Jean Spallino

Mary Jean Spallino

Jul 10, 2023

Mary Jean Spallino age 104 passed away on July 10, 2023, while residing at 23442 El Toro Rd. Lake Forest, CA. She went home to be with the Lord very peacefully in her sleep. She survived her first husband James McCarron of 25 years and also her second husband Alphonso Spallino of 15 years. She had no children, but...

Lisa Marie Weber

Lisa Marie Weber

Jul 9, 2023

Lisa M. Weber

60, of Anaheim, CA entered into the presence of God on July 9th, 2023 after a brief battle with cancer.  Lisa was born September 25, 1962 in Turkey, to Jerry and Cecile Thibodeau.  She graduated from Laguna Hills High School in 1980. She received her Master of Library Science from San Jose State University...

Rose Pigneri

Rose Pigneri

Jul 9, 2023

Rose Pigneri (nee Sicilia) beloved wife of the late James S. Pigneri passed away peacefully at her home in Tustin, CA on July 9, 2023 at the age of 92.  Rose was born on June 18, 1931 in Terravecchia, Italy to Robert Sicilia and Rosa DeBartolo.  She came to the U.S. when she was 16 years old and resided...

Ionut Alexandru Dumitru

Ionut Alexandru Dumitru

Jul 6, 2023

In Loving Memory of Alex Dumitru

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Alex Dumitru, a cherished soulmate, devoted husband, and a beacon of love and strength. Alex departed this earthly realm on  July 6th, 2023, leaving behind a void that can never be filled. His departure has...

Lori Casper Boultinghouse

Lori Casper Boultinghouse

Jul 5, 2023

Lori Boultinghouse passed away at 81 years of age peacefully at her home of 43 years in the early morning of July 5, 2023. Lori was especially comforted in her last days with visits from family and life-long friends. On July 4th, the day before she died, three of her grandchildren Kathryn, Robert and Ruth visited. They stayed up...

Jose Edwardo Tiznado-Bahena

Jose Edwardo Tiznado-Bahena

Jul 4, 2023

SEQUOIA Jose E. Tiznado Bahena

Jose E. Tiznado Bahena passed away at the age of 27, on July 4, 2023. His death was sudden.

A service to honor Jose's (Sequoia's) life will be held at O'Connor Mortuary, Laguna Hills from 7pm to 9pm on Wednesday, July 12 th , 2023.

"Some people knew...

Zara Chirag Potnis

Zara Chirag Potnis

Jul 1, 2023

Zara’s service can be viewed online at https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY4OTAzNDY5MzI2MDkyMiZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==

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Christine Tran

Christine Tran

Jun 30, 2023

From the moment Christine entered our lives, her playful smile could light up a whole room.  Her big beautiful eyes and infectious laugh were a reflection of her love of life and new adventures.

Christine loved being around friends and family.  With her easy-going personality, warm smile and positivity, Christine could make friends easily wherever she went.  ...

Lucila Carolina Willey

Lucila Carolina Willey

Jun 30, 2023

In loving memory of Lucila Carolina Willey

Our hearts are very heavy as we say goodbye to a truly remarkable soul who graced our lives with immense love and unwavering compassion. There is nothing she wouldn't do for her family and friends.

A devoted mother to Sandra and Everest, a loyal wife to Richard, and an extraordinary...

Jon Michael Lavine

Jon Michael Lavine

Jun 29, 2023

Forever in our hearts, Jon Michael LaVine, 78, passed away unexpectedly on June 29, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sandra LaVine; his son, Jon LaVine; his daughter, Jacqueline LaVine Lloyd; his son-in-law, James Lloyd; and four grandchildren: Ryan, Jacob, Jourdan, and Jillian.

Jon was born in Aberdeen, South Dakota and was a...

Richard Frank Kahl

Richard Frank Kahl

Jun 28, 2023

Richard Frank Kahl passed away peacefully in hospice care in Laguna Hills, California, on June 28, 2023. He was a native New Yorker born in Queens, New York, on August 2, 1927, the third child of Mary Kahl (née Robinson) and Frank Kahl. Richard grew up in Springfield Gardens, New York, where he graduated high school. Shortly...

Mary Lou Sheppard

Mary Lou Sheppard

Jun 27, 2023

In Loving Memory Mary Lou Sheppard 4/13/33 – 6/27/23

Born in Cooperstown, New York Resident of Mission Viejo, California since 1968.

Married to her sweetheart, John Sheppard for 67 years.

Survived by her husband John, daughter Cindy, son-in-law Darrel. Grandchildren: Cheri, Mimi, Chris and Sammy. Great Grandchildren: Breeanna, DJ, Athena, Cruz, Kerenza, Eila, and Odina....

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.


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