Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Eric Hecht

Eric Hecht

Dec 2, 2021

Eric Hecht

Over 20 years ago, I met Eric Hecht at a New Year’s Eve party.  The night ended with a kiss and we married in 2002!

What first attracted me to Eric was his extreme wit, smile, dimples and his sense of humor.  He was also extremely intelligent, graduated high school and...

Eileen Marie Mccoy

Eileen Marie Mccoy

Nov 29, 2021

Eileen Marie McCoy

Eileen Marie McCoy was born on August 29th 1941 in Los Angeles, California to Elvin and Margaret Rhodes. She passed away from natural causes on November 29th, 2021 in Irvine, California at the age of 80.

Her childhood was filled with fond memories of her dog Gayle, who’s ears she...

Scott Douglas Powley

Scott Douglas Powley

Nov 29, 2021

Scott Douglas Powley

On Monday, November 29, 2021, Scott Douglas Powley, loving Husband, Son, Uncle, and Friend, passed away at age 56.

Scott was born in Santa Monica, California on March 5, 1965 to Sandi Sabin and Gary Holt. He moved to Laguna NiguelCalifornia where he primarily resided for over 50 years. Scott...

Philip Dirk Myers

Philip Dirk Myers

Nov 28, 2021

Philip Dirk Myers

Philip Dirk Myers, a plumbing contractor and entrepreneur, died unexpectedly on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at the age of 56 while spending the Thanksgiving holiday weekend at his RV timeshare resort in Parker, Arizona.

Philip is survived by his wife, Lila Myers; his children, Erin Somogyi, Britney Reece, and Tiffini...

Austin Williams

Austin Williams

Nov 28, 2021

Austin Martin Williams

October 25, 1981-November 28, 2021

It is with great sorrow we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Austin Martin Williams.  Austin left us unexpectedly on November 28th, 2021, at age 40.  His love for family and loyalty to friends was unwavering.  He will be deeply missed.

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Catherine Frances Holtz

Catherine Frances Holtz

Nov 28, 2021

Catherine Frances Holtz

November 12, 1921 – November 28, 2021

Catherine Frances (Heinz) Holtz passed away peacefully in her home on November 28, 2021, assisted spiritually in her death by grandson, Fr. Daniel Croisette. She was born on November 12, 1921 in Anaheim, California to Joseph and Catherine Heinz.  Catherine was...

Heidi Brigitte Schroeder

Heidi Brigitte Schroeder

Nov 24, 2021

Heidi Schroeder

On Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021, Heidi Schroeder, Wife, Mother, Omi (Grandmother), Great Grandmother, and friend passed away at the age of 84.

Heidi Brigitte Eggert was born June 20th, 1937, in Germany. After immigrating to Canada from Germany she married Gunter Schroeder in 1960. Together and with their family they immigrated...

Marian J. Spaulding

Marian J. Spaulding

Nov 23, 2021

Marian J. Spaulding was born in Arcadia, California on November 6, 1943. She was the only child of Jeanette and Milton but had many families, aunts, uncles and cousins whom she loved. She had a great childhood but felt she suddenly grew up and put that behind her when her mother died when Marian was 16. Marian received her...

William Allen Conway

William Allen Conway

Nov 22, 2021

CONWAY, William Allen

Conway, William Allen, a retired mechanical engineer and longtime resident of Laguna Hills, California died peacefully on November 22, 2021. He was 87 years old.

Bill was born in Havre, Montana. He grew up with his family primarily farming wheat in the area around Gildford, Montana. He graduated from Montana...

Alisha Kaye Hornsby

Alisha Kaye Hornsby

Nov 22, 2021

Alisha K Hornsby passed away peacefully on November 22, 2021. Born on May 22, 1972 in Dallas, Texas, Alisha spent her youth in Orange County, California where she attended Capistrano Valley High School. She went on to attend and graduate from UCLA where she made life-long friendships through her membership in the Alpha Phi Sorority. Alisha began her career...

Christine Anne Corrington

Christine Anne Corrington

Nov 21, 2021

Christine Anne Corrington

Christine Anne Corrington, 44, passed away on November 21, 2021, in Laguna Niguel, CA, after a long and valiant battle with cancer.

Born in Minneapolis, MN, on November 29, 1976, Christine moved to northern California in 1988.  She graduated from Valley Christian High School in Dublin, CA in 1995, and...

Richard William Gallo

Richard William Gallo

Nov 21, 2021

Richard William Gallo

Richard William Gallo was born in Parma, Ohio on January 3, 1931 to Elizabeth and Michael Gallo.  He had two older sisters, Betty and Lydia.  His family was always very loving and he was close to his parents, taking care of them in their final years.

Richard was a Hardware...

Carol Jane Sebastian

Carol Jane Sebastian

Nov 20, 2021

Carol Jane Sebastian

Miss Carol Jane Sebastian who died Saturday, November 20 th 2021 in Newport Beach California, aged 93, was a teacher, mentor, counselor, cat-lover, musician and friend extraordinaire.  Born in Los Angeles, California, January 3 rd 1928, she was the only child of

Ray Sebastian and Irene Bates Jamieson.  Her parents...

Elizabeth Jean Hazell

Elizabeth Jean Hazell

Nov 20, 2021

Hazell, Elizabeth (Betty) (nee Brennan)

Passed away at Saddleback Hospital in Laguna Hills California at the age of 90 years. Funeral Services have been scheduled for December 9, 10:15 a.m. at St. Kilian’s Church, Mission Viejo, California, with reception immediately following. Funeral Home handling arrangements is O’Connor Mortuary.

Elizabeth was born to James...

Victor Eugene Kreick

Victor Eugene Kreick

Nov 19, 2021

Victor Eugene Kreick passed away peacefully at his home on November 19, 2021.

Vic was born and raised in the Portland Oregon area, and lived most of his life in the state of Oregon.

He was a graduate of the University of Oregon in 1953. He was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity.

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Verna Marie Coupe

Verna Marie Coupe

Nov 19, 2021

Verna Marie Coupe lives in , passed away at the age of 89. Born on February 26, 1932 and passed away on November 19, 2021.

Edna Pearl Vaughan

Edna Pearl Vaughan

Nov 18, 2021

On Thursday November 18, 2021, Edna Vaughan, Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Friend passed away at the age of 81.

Edna Pearl Anderson was born October 5 th 1940 in Fresno, California.  She married Oliver Vaughan in 1957 and moved to San Jose, CA where she began a career in accounting.  They eventually moved to Mission Viejo, CA...

Eileen Teresa Cautillo

Eileen Teresa Cautillo

Nov 17, 2021

Eileen Teresa Cautillo

Eileen Teresa Cautillo, née Cahill, was born on October 17, 1923 and died on November 17, 2021 at her home in Laguna Woods, California.

Eileen was an immigrant from Ireland and served in the ATS during WWII , a women's auxiliary that merged with the Royal Army Corp.  She was...

Daniel Thomas Bingley

Daniel Thomas Bingley

Nov 12, 2021

Daniel Thomas Bingley

January 31, 1958- November 12, 2021

On November 12, 2021, Daniel Thomas Bingley was set free from his fight against ALS. As heartbroken as we all are, we are at peace knowing he is free from suffering. Dan was an extraordinary man, to say the least. He was...

Jay Arthur Varga

Jay Arthur Varga

Nov 10, 2021

Jay Arthur Varga

Jay Arthur Varga was 72 years of age when he passed away at his home in Rancho Santa Margarita November 10th 2021. The cause of death was a cancer that he had been fighting for over 7 and a half years. Jay was born in South Bend Indiana on May 16th 1949....

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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