Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Susan Giguere

Susan Giguere

Nov 10, 2021

Susan Burns Giguere

Susan journeyed home to be with the Lord on November 10, 2021, following a recent cancer diagnosis.  Born in Huntington, West Virginia, June 4, 1932, to Thomas Stephens Burns and Dorothy Gotham Wood Burns. Susan loved life and was active until very recently. She was a daughter of the American Revolution (DAR)...

Norman James Peters Jr.

Norman James Peters Jr.

Nov 7, 2021

Norman J. Peters, Jr.

Loving son, brother, husband, dad, and grandpa.

Norman (Norm) Peters was born May 4, 1943 in Cleveland, Ohio and was a loving husband to his wife of 53 years, Marlene; a proud dad of 2 daughters, Laura and Melissa; and proud grandfather of 1 grandson, Quinn, and 1 granddaughter,...

David Sheperd

David Sheperd

Nov 7, 2021

David G. Sheperd, age 67, of Laguna Woods, California passed away on November 7, 2021.  David was an active member of the Laguna Woods Village, where he lived, participating in community softball games and social gatherings.  He grew up in Brooklyn, New York and later moved to New Jersey, where he raised his only child, Matthew, alongside ex-wife Karen...

Robert John Lafave

Robert John Lafave

Nov 6, 2021

Robert John LaFave March 25, 1949 – November 6, 2021

Bob passed away peacefully in his sleep at home with his daughter and son-in-law.

Bob was born in Racine, WI to Norman and Margaret. As a young adult, he served in the Navy for 2 years. He was stationed on the...

Tony N. Janji

Tony N. Janji

Nov 6, 2021

Tony N. Janji June 26 th , 1940 – November 06 th , 2021

This is the story of Tony Janji.  Tony was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend.  He will be missed and will always be cherished by the people who loved him the most.  Tony's story starts on...

Mark Anthony Baje

Mark Anthony Baje

Nov 6, 2021

From The Dash – the poem by Linda Ellis

“I read of a man who stood to speak at the funeral of a friend. He referred to the dates on the tombstone from the beginning, to the end.

He noted that first came the date of birth and spoke of the following date with tears,...

Joe Mendivel

Joe Mendivel

Nov 5, 2021

Joe Mendivel, 73, is survived by his wife of 12 years, Laura, and his four beautiful daughters, Tamara Jones, Tara Candelaria, Samantha Mendiveland Amanda Mendivel.

Joe served his country when he was drafted in 1968 during the Vietnam War.  He served in the Army and was honorably discharged in 1970.

His legal career spanned over...

Lester Wayne Zwart

Lester Wayne Zwart

Nov 4, 2021

Lester Wayne Zwart, 82, of Irvine, CA,  passed away on November 4, 2021, from a brain bleed he sustained after taking a fall while serving children as a school crossing guard.

Born April 1, 1939, in Edgerton, MN to Lawrence & Tena Zwart, Les grew up on a farm and developed his love of building things from...

Marilyn House

Marilyn House

Nov 4, 2021

Marilyn was born in San Francisco on April 16, 1934 to her parents, William and Constance Aguiar.  Her father was of Portuguese descent and had been born in Hawaii.  Her mother was born in Mexico and had immigrated to the United States in 1914, at the age of 5.  Marilyn grew up in San Francisco and graduated from Polytechnic...

Mitchell Jon Andersen

Mitchell Jon Andersen

Nov 4, 2021

Mitchell Jon Andersen

Mitchell Jon Andersen, 56, a resident of Irvine, California passed away on Thursday, November 4 th , 2021 after a long and courageous fight with Multiple Sclerosis.

Mitch was born on November 23 rd , 1964, in Charles City, Iowa, the son of Robert & Rosalind (Ray) Andersen.  He was...

Ann M. Yosue

Ann M. Yosue

Nov 3, 2021

Aunt Ann

Ann was the 4th child of eight from her parents Sophia and Anton Smoljan. They were immigrants from Slovakia and Croatia, respectively.

Ann had the distinction of having two birthdays, as she was born at home on March 30 th , 1925, but her birth was not recorded until March 31...

Joany Marie Rymond

Joany Marie Rymond

Nov 2, 2021

JOANY  RYMOND

MARCH 1, 1939 to NOVEMBER 2,2021

It is with deep grief and sadness that we mourn the unexpected passing of our beloved and precious mother and grandmother, Joany Rymond.

82 years ago, Joan Marie Rymond was born in Johnstown, PA to Nicholas and Lilian Galioto. She attended...

Joseph Pagan

Joseph Pagan

Nov 1, 2021

Joseph Pagan May 13, 1937 – November 1, 2021

Born in Zara, Italy to Antonio Pagan and Ida Cettina Pagan, Joe received his early education at the Merchant Marines School in Brindisi.   Giuseppe (Joseph) Pagan immigrated to America in 1951.   He graduated from Lodi High School in New Jersey.  Joe joined the United...

Richard Allen Denne

Richard Allen Denne

Nov 1, 2021

Richard Allen Denne lives in , passed away at the age of 52. Born on April 22, 1969 and passed away on November 01, 2021.

Dawn Elizabeth Royal

Dawn Elizabeth Royal

Oct 31, 2021

Dawn Elizabeth Royal (Balmforth)

November 12, 1964 – October 31, 2021

Dawn Royal, loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend passed away peacefully on October 31, 2021 at UCLA Medical Center. Dawn was 56 years old.

Dawn was born on November 12, 1964 in Detroit, Michigan to Donald and Diana...

Dr. Marilyn Louise Ditty

Dr. Marilyn Louise Ditty

Oct 31, 2021

Dr. Marilyn Ditty

1940 – 2021

On October 31, 2021, Dr. Marilyn Ditty, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Aunt, Teacher and Friend passed away peacefully at the age of 81. Marilyn was an amazing woman who has made an impact on countless lives. In the late 1970's Marilyn received her master's degree from the University of San...

Robert Ogden Loper

Robert Ogden Loper

Oct 31, 2021

Robert O. Loper, 77, of Ladera Ranch, CA passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on October 31st.

Born and raised in Winnetka, IL he attended New Trier High School. He did his undergraduate studies at Lehigh University in Ohio, earning a bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Bob then went on to earn his...

Rita Patricia Phelan

Rita Patricia Phelan

Oct 31, 2021

Rita Patricia Lorenz Phelan (deceased October 31, 2021)

Only child of Frank and Marion Lorenz was born August 14, 1925, in Chicago, Illinois. Rita, affectionately known as Dolly Dimples, spent her childhood on the south side of Chicago as part of an extended Irish family. Rita obtained her R.N. and worked as a nurse where she met...

Margaret Ann Redmond

Margaret Ann Redmond

Oct 29, 2021

Margaret Ann (Fyke) Redmond

Margaret Ann (Fyke) Redmond, who loved to be called Mamama by her eight grandchildren, departed her loving family on October 29th, 2021.

Margaret was born in Glendale, California on March 27th, 1940, to Donna Ruth and John Willard Fyke. She was raised with her younger sister, Mary Kay, and their adored...

Maxine Joan Messina

Maxine Joan Messina

Oct 29, 2021

Maxine J. Messina, 89, of Laguna Niguel, California, entered into her eternal Life on Friday, October 29, 2021. Born on January 30, 1932 in Waterloo, Iowa, Maxine was the daughter of the late Alfred and Kathryn Jenson. A longtime resident of Kansas City, Kansas, Maxine had resided in Laguna Niguel since 1992. A loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother (Noni)...

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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