Obituaries
Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary
Trent Duance Pulliam
Oct 25, 2021
Trent Duance Pulliam
Trent D. Pulliam passed away October 25 th 2021 at the age of 79.
The family is comforted to know that Trent's spirit is now joyfully residing in Heaven with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Trent was born July 26, 1942 to parents Gilford D. Pulliam and Sylvia L....
Edward Walter Siminiak
Oct 24, 2021
Edward "Ed" W. Siminiak (91) passed away in his home on October 24, 2021 in Laguna Woods, California. A Great Grandfather, Grandfather, Father, Father-in-Law, Uncle, Confidante, Friend to Many, and Life Partner, Edward is a native Ohioan, the youngest of 5 siblings, born to Metro & Mary Siminiak on November 25, 1929 in Toledo, Ohio.
Upon graduation...
Alwin “Alwyn” Balo Cruz
Oct 23, 2021
Alwin "Alwyn" Balo Cruz
November 13, 1968 – October 23, 2021
"I did my best in my lifetime!"
Our dearest bunsoy ( youngest child ) Alwyn – quiet in so many ways, peacefully joined our Creator in his sleep. Alwyn joins our Papa & Mama Ros & Elisa Cruz ++
...Arlene Roberta Dunn
Oct 22, 2021
Arlene Roberta Dunn
Arlene Roberta Dunn, born September 28, 1945, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2021, at Providence Mission Hospital, Mission Viejo, California surrounded by her loving husband, Thomas J. Dunn, her son, Brian T. Dunn and his love, Ambrea Tafoya, as well as her Pastor Jim Szeyller of Laguna Niguel Presbyterian Church.
...James Bennett Mcnally
Oct 20, 2021
James Bennett McNally (March 08, 1926 – October 20, 2021)
James “Jim” Bennett McNally, age 95, passed away peacefully on his final mission at Kaiser Orange County Medical Center in Irvine, Ca. He was born March 8th, 1926 in Johnstown Pennsylvania and grew up there with his parents and one sister. He graduated...
Alan Todd Ludloff
Oct 19, 2021
Alan Ludloff, 57, of Bogart, Georgia died on October 19, 2021 after a year long battle with cancer.
Born in Queens, NY on July 9th 1964, he was the son of Joanne Onne and Walter Ludloff and step father Dr. Joe Onne. He is survived by his wife Gisela Buchahmer. Devoted father to Dani Linn, son-in law...
Adam Robert Skaare
Oct 14, 2021
Adam Robert Skaare, loving husband, son, brother, uncle and friend passed away on October 14, 2021. He was 34 years old.
Adam was born on February 27, 1987 in Omaha, NE, to Max and Valerie Skaare. On October 5, 2019, he married Nicole Mangini and together they lived in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Adam was a graduate of Aliso Niguel High School...
Rita “Sue” Sachs
Oct 12, 2021
Rita “Sue” Sachs, 81 of Laguna Niguel, passed away on Tuesday, October 12th in her home after a long and fierce battle with IPF (idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis). She was born on February 28, 1940 in Peoria, IL to Arthur Harry and Mildred Dooley Armitage. She married Robert Lee Sachs August 29, 1964.
She is preceded in death...
John Francis Gabriel
Oct 11, 2021
John Francis Gabriel
John was a first generation Northern Italian American born November 15, 1938 in the Bronx to Selma Rossetti and Willie Gabriel. They lived in his grandfather's home with 2 other families. None of the adults had attended high school. Some couldn't speak English. Until he was 25 he slept on a cot in the...
Gerald Dewayne Alexander
Oct 9, 2021
Alexander Gerald DeWayne May 1, 1934 – October 9, 2021
Gerald (Jerry) Alexander passed away with family at his bedside following a tough seven year battle with ALS. Jerry's great love of life is the gift he left to his loved ones.
Jerry was born in Seattle, WA to Kay Bridges...
Sherod Lindsey
Oct 9, 2021
Sherod Lindsey of Mission Viejo, California, passed away on October 9, 2021, with his wife by his side. He was 50 years old.
Sherod was a man who was larger than life. He always had a smile on his face and a Coke in his hand. He was fiercely devoted to his family and a loyal friend....
Joe Harold Wood
Oct 6, 2021
JOE HAROLD WOOD
Joe went home to his heavenly father Wednesday, October 6, 2021. Joe was born in Borger,TX on October 17, 1945.
Joe grew up in Farmington, NM and relocated to California where he raised his family. He is survived by his wife Dale, sons Brent and Trevor Wood, daughter Amie and...
Okja Yoo Shin
Oct 6, 2021
Okja Memorial
Okja Yoo Shin was born August 7, 1940 in Nagoya Japan, the youngest of five children to Sung Suk Yoo, a Lay Elder, and Sun Chae. In 1945, the family returned to their native country Korea.
Throughout her life, Okja, a devout Christian, enjoyed a rich spiritual life with daily prayer...
Jennifer A Black
Oct 5, 2021
On Tuesday, October 5, 2021, Jennifer Black, loving wife, mother, daughter and friend, passed away at age 47 with her family by her side in Fountain Valley, California.
Jennifer was born on April 17, 1974 to Gil and Sue Palmer. On June 22, 2003, she married Kevin Black and together they raised their son, Noah Black (17)....
George William Bullington
Oct 5, 2021
George William Bullington lives in Anaheim CA, passed away at the age of 67. Born on November 21, 1953 and passed away on October 05, 2021.
Henry Thomas Evers
Oct 4, 2021
Henry (Hank) Evers, 69, of San Juan Capistrano, California, passed away on Monday, October 4th after a hope-filled battle with cancer.
Hank was born on December 13, 1951, to Henry and Elizabeth in Lakewood, Ohio. After graduating from St. Edward High School in Lakewood Ohio, he went on to study Political Science at Wright State University in...
Daryl James Johnson
Sep 30, 2021
Daryl James Johnson lives in Laguna Niguel California, passed away at the age of 65. Born on August 09, 1956 and passed away on September 30, 2021.
Carl William Verheyen Jr.
Sep 30, 2021
Carl William Verheyen, Jr. passed away on September 30 th , 2021, with family by his side. He was 91 years old.
Carl was born on March 14, 1930. He was the oldest of two children born to parents Dr. Carl William Verheyen, Sr. of Columbus, Ohio, and Marie Linneman of St. Louis, Missouri.
Carl...
Constance Jean Kouzelos
Sep 30, 2021
Constance Jean Kouzelos lives in San Juan Capistrano California, passed away at the age of 95. Born on November 27, 1925 and passed away on September 30, 2021.
Wyatt Bradigan Eddy
Sep 29, 2021
Wyatt Bradigan Eddy 12/5/06 – 9/29/21 Forever in our Hearts
Wyatt Bradigan Eddy, 14, of Torrance CA – beloved son of David and Wendy Eddy, and brother of Wade Eddy, lost his life 9/29/21 as a result of a tragic surfing accident.
Wyatt was a gamer, a surfer, a fanciful tinkerer with all...
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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