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Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

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Hayley Nicole Jorgensen

Hayley Nicole Jorgensen

Jul 9, 2026

Hayley Nicole Jorgensen, the love of our life, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 32 on July 9, 2026. She is survived by her husband Forrest Jackson, parents Dave & Denise Jorgensen, sister Taylor Falke, brother-in-law Garrett Falke, and many relatives and friends.

Hayley would light up a room with her smile, and she had a way of making everyone...

Janet M. Robbins

Janet M. Robbins

Jul 9, 2026

Janet Robbins will be remembered as a kind, generous, and gracious woman whose life was centered on family, faith, and community.

Janet began her career as a teacher in Denver, Colorado, where she developed a lifelong love of skiing. She married Lee Robbins, and following his death in 1968, devoted herself to raising their three children. The family moved to California...

Edith Luisa Gnasso

Edith Luisa Gnasso

Jul 8, 2026

In Loving Memory of Edith Gnasso

June 1, 1933 – July 8, 2026

Edith Luisa Marvin Gnasso, a woman of profound faith, dedication, and grace, passed away peacefully with family by her side at the age of 93. Known for her warmth, kindness, and devotion to her community and family, Edith leaves behind a legacy of love and quiet strength in her...

Taihi Paik

Taihi Paik

Jul 8, 2026

Taihi Paik, a longtime resident of Monterey and professionally known for her CPA practice in Carmel until her retirement, passed away of natural causes earlier this month in Irvine, CA. She was 98 years old.

Taihi was blessed with a large family, having 6 brothers and one sister. Although of Korean nationality, Taihi was born in Japan during the brief time...

Jerry Taylor Hoffman

Jerry Taylor Hoffman

Jul 6, 2026

Jerry Taylor Hoffman

May 3, 1959 – July 6, 2026

Jerry Taylor Hoffman, (né Gerald Taylor Root) was born May 3, 1959, in Whittier, California, at Los Angeles Maywood Hospital. He was the fourth child of Fred and Betty Root, delivered — like all six of Betty’s children — by their beloved Dr. “Aunt” Evelyn Burkholder.

As a boy, Jerry loved wearing his...

Michael John Rizzo

Michael John Rizzo

Jul 6, 2026

MICHAEL RIZZO, NATIVE ISLANDER, FDNY, KOREAN WAR VETERAN

Mike was born in Bulls Head (Graniteville) on April 27, 1932. After residing in Willowbrook for more than 60 years, he spent his final years at The Esplanade, only two blocks from where he grew up. Mike passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026.

Mike attended PS 22 and McKee Vocational High School. In...

Paul James Gifford

Paul James Gifford

Jul 3, 2026

Paul James Gifford, 66, went home to be with his Lord on Friday, July 3, 2026. Born in Minneapolis, MN on September 22, 1959, to James and Marian Gifford, the family soon settled in Los Gatos, CA and Paul always considered himself a “native Californian.” He attended Los Gatos schools, graduating from Los Gatos High School in 1977. He attended...

Barbara Pauline Leikam Bayers

Barbara Pauline Leikam Bayers

Jul 3, 2026

Barbara Pauline Leikam Bayers, age 86, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, in Mission Viejo, California.

Born on April 23, 1940, in Cologne, Minnesota, Barbara lived a life marked by adventure, curiosity, courage, deep faith, and an unwavering love for her family. Life’s most fulfilling calling for her was in helping others, and nowhere was that more evident than in...

Hue Minh Nadeau

Hue Minh Nadeau

Jul 3, 2026

Hue Nadeau, born in Saigon, Vietnam, passed away on July 3, 2026, in San Marcos, California, at the age of 88. She was a woman of warmth, grace, and quiet strength, whose presence brought light and comfort to all who knew her.

Hue devoted much of her life to the noble profession of education, serving as a dedicated educator for more...

Anthony Jay "Tony" Abeyta

Anthony Jay "Tony" Abeyta

Jul 2, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Anthony Jay "Tony" Abeyta

Anthony Jay Abeyta, affectionately known to family and friends as Tony, passed away leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, and unwavering love for those closest to him.

Tony will be remembered as a consistent and dependable man with a sharp wit and an independent spirit. He was an avid reader, especially of murder mystery...

Dale Ronald Nethery

Dale Ronald Nethery

Jul 2, 2026

Dale passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 2, 2026. He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Claudia and Todd Maloney, along with many family and friends.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local animal shelter or charity of your choice.

Manolito V. Vitug

Manolito V. Vitug

Jul 1, 2026

Manolito V. Vitug

With gratitude for a life well lived and a heart devoted to family, faith, and service, we announce the passing of Manolito (“Lito”) V. Vitug, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

Lito was born in Manila, Philippines, to loving parents, Isabelo and Pacita Vitug, on Nov. 15, 1936. The eldest of 5 siblings, Lito completed his post-secondary education at De...

Edmond V. Perrault

Edmond V. Perrault

Jun 30, 2026

Edmond (Ed) Victor Perrault, a big‑hearted, mischievous, loving husband, father, and pop-pop, passed away on June 30, 2026, at the age of 77 after a tenacious and brave battle with Multiple Myeloma. He was surrounded by the love that defined his life — especially that of his wife, Clayre Patricia Perrault, his wife of 41 years.

Born on August 13, 1948...

Steven Montell Johnson

Steven Montell Johnson

Jun 27, 2026

Steven Montell Johnson

April 28, 1961 – June 27, 2026

Steven Montell Johnson passed away peacefully in Irvine, California, on June 27, 2026, following complications from lung cancer. He was 65 years old.

Steve was a wonderful father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose sense of humor, love of music, and easygoing spirit left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.

He...

Roseann Marie Gonzalez

Roseann Marie Gonzalez

Jun 25, 2026

With faith in the promise of resurrection, it is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roseann Marie Gonzalez (Vallejo), beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, Abuela, and dear friend, who peacefully left this world on June 25, 2026.

Roseann was born November 4, 1958, in Los Angeles, CA to Adam and Helen Vallejo. She spent her early years living...

Obituaries for O'Connor Mortuary

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