Obituaries

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Arno Loyd “Gil” Gillis

Arno Loyd “Gil” Gillis

Aug 31, 2021

Arno (Gil) Gillis 1936 – 2021

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our father, Gil Gillis.  With his beloved wife of 62 years, Diane, by his side, Gil drifted away quietly in his home on August 31 st .  While heartbroken for our own loss, we are relieved...

Edward Faustyn Baldyga

Edward Faustyn Baldyga

Aug 31, 2021

EDWARD FAUSTYN BALDYGA April 10, 1925 ~ August 31, 2021

Born in:  Bridgeport, CT Resided in:  Irvine, CA

It is with great sadness we share the passing of our sweet father, Edward Baldyga. While heartbroken for our own loss, we are relieved that he is at peace and home where he...

William Ernest Fortier Jr.

William Ernest Fortier Jr.

Aug 30, 2021

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of William "Bill" Ernest Fortier Jr. who died peacefully on August 30 th , 2021 at his home in Laguna Niguel, CA after a long, courageous battle with cancer.

Bill was born on April 28 th , 1955 in the Bronx, New York to the late William...

Stan Riggs

Stan Riggs

Aug 30, 2021

Stan Riggs lives in Laguna Woods California, passed away at the age of 88. Born on May 17, 1933 and passed away on August 30, 2021.

Alan Gilbert Israel Md

Alan Gilbert Israel Md

Aug 29, 2021

Alan Gilbert Israel MD lives in Lake Forest California, passed away at the age of 73. Born on July 27, 1948 and passed away on August 29, 2021.

Edward Alexander Maher

Edward Alexander Maher

Aug 29, 2021

Edward Alexander Maher March 11, 1940-August 29, 2021 Born in: Holyoke, Massachusetts Resided in: San Clemente, California

Edward A. Maher AKA Poppy to his grandkids, Dad to his daughters, Ed to his friends, and Uardo (short for "Eduardo") to Lyn, his wife of 53 years, passed away peacefully at...

Scott Cameron Miller

Scott Cameron Miller

Aug 29, 2021

On Sunday, August 29th, 2021, Scott Miller, beloved husband, brother, grandfather, and friend passed away at the age of 77.

Scott was born September 1943 in Oregon to his parents, Melva and Otto Miller. On June 25, 1965 he wed his lovely bride, Sue. Scott honorably served his country as a young man in the United States...

Betty Jean Pagenkopp

Betty Jean Pagenkopp

Aug 24, 2021

On Tuesday, August 24 th , 2021, Betty Pagenkopp, loving wife, and mother of six children passed away at age 86. Betty was born on July 29, 1936, in Nashville, TN to Bernice and Marvin Harris. On September 3, 1955, she married Edward Pagenkopp. They raised six children, Terri Ann, Michael James, Rhonda Joy, Jeanie Lynn, Mark Edward, and...

Thomas E. Baldwin

Thomas E. Baldwin

Aug 23, 2021

Thomas (Tom) Edward Baldwin passed away peacefully in hospice care on August 23, 2021, after losing his battle with colon cancer. Tom is survived by his siblings, Mary A. Baldwin, Elmer (and Laura) Baldwin, John (and Dora) Baldwin, and Mike Baldwin. He had nine adoring nieces and nephews, Steven Baldwin, Elisabeth (EJ) Baldwin, Chris Baldwin, Matthew DeHaven, Rachel DeHaven,...

Marekat Chacko Joseph

Marekat Chacko Joseph

Aug 23, 2021

Marekat Chacko Joseph lives in San Clemente California, passed away at the age of 78. Born on February 12, 1943 and passed away on August 23, 2021.

Sheryl Eiland Martin Bailen

Sheryl Eiland Martin Bailen

Aug 22, 2021

Sheryl Eiland Martin Bailen 11/11/45 – 8/22/2021

Sheryl was born in Clinton, Iowa and lived in Wauwatosa and Milwaukee, Wisconsin until May of 1980. She attended UW-Madison and graduated from Tobé Coburn School for Fashion Careers in NYC, 1966. She was a lifetime member of the Laguna Niguel Historical Society and worked on...

Ellen Doyle

Ellen Doyle

Aug 19, 2021

Ellen Doyle lives in Laguna Niguel California, passed away at the age of 83. Born on November 03, 1937 and passed away on August 19, 2021.

Dr. Skipi L. Smoot

Dr. Skipi L. Smoot

Aug 19, 2021

Dr. Skipi L. Smoot

Dr. Skipi L. Smoot, 92, passed away peacefully at her home in Laguna Niguel on August 19. She is survived by her devoted husband, Lee; her son Ted Lundquist and his wife Kathy; her granddaughter Amber Rose Anderson; and step-son, Matthew Emery Smoot.

Dr. Smoot was a successful owner-operator...

Clark Eugene Green

Clark Eugene Green

Aug 18, 2021

Clark was born in Pasadena, California to James and Patricia Green on Mother's Day, May 11, 1947. He was raised in Arcadia, California. He graduated from Arcadia High School and attended Orange Coast College to pursue a career in dentistry. Preferring to work outdoors, Clark was hired by the city of Newport Beach California to work in the Parks...

Marlene Mary Manning

Marlene Mary Manning

Aug 17, 2021

Marlene Mary Manning passed away at home surrounded by her family on August 17, 2021. The second child of Hector and Julia (VanDamme) Gekiere, Marlene was born on July 22, 1936 in Detroit, Michigan.

She attended St. Clare of Montefalco Catholic School and St. Ambrose High School, both in Grosse Pointe Park, MI. When she was in...

Harold Gordon Gray

Harold Gordon Gray

Aug 17, 2021

Harold Gordon Gray

Harold “Harry” Gray died August 17, 2021, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle against cancer.

Born in Great Falls, Montana on August 6, 1957 to Thomas and Phyllis Gray, Harry spent his formative years in Chicago, Illinois and always considered it to be his hometown, even after moving...

John Alfred Smith

John Alfred Smith

Aug 14, 2021

John Alfred Smith August 12, 1930 – August 14, 2021

John was born on August 12 th , 1930 in Lovilia, Iowa to John and Mary Smith as the third of 4 children. He served in the Army during the Korean War as a cable splicer. After marrying his wife Gabrielle in 1955...

Michael Lawrence Waugh

Michael Lawrence Waugh

Aug 14, 2021

Michael "Mike" Lawrence Waugh passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 14, 2021 at the age of 75, in Mission Viejo, Ca. After being diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in August of 2019, he fought hard for two years in order to spend as much time as possible with his wife, his children, and his grandchildren.

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Eric Steven Vedder

Eric Steven Vedder

Aug 14, 2021

Eric passed away from Covid-19 in Huntington Beach Hospital on August 14th, 2021. He was born in Anaheim, CA. He is survived by his son Ian Vedder, his sister Terri White, brother Jimmy Curtis, nephew Shaun White, and his niece Krystal White.

Eric was preceded in death by his parents Robert Vedder and Dixie Casitas Curtis, as...

Lloyd Alexander Kerr

Lloyd Alexander Kerr

Aug 14, 2021

Lloyd Alexander Kerr lives in Mission Viejo California, passed away at the age of 52. Born on October 18, 1968 and passed away on August 14, 2021.

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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