Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Todd Andrew Wennerberg

Todd Andrew Wennerberg

May 14, 2021

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Todd Andrew Wennerberg, our beloved son, father, brother, and partner. Todd passed away at home on May 14, 2021 in Huntington Beach at the age of 34.

Todd's life may have been cut short, but he touched the heart of so many while...

Leona Pearl Mcculloch

Leona Pearl Mcculloch

May 14, 2021

Leona Pearl McCulloch March 12, 1946 to May 14, 2021

Leona Pearl McCulloch (née Bailey), 75, passed away peacefully at her home in Laguna Hills on May 14, 2021. She was born on March 12, 1946 in Los Angeles, California to her wonderful parents Bill and Esther Bailey. She attended Belmont High School...

Mary Anne Burke

Mary Anne Burke

May 14, 2021

Mary A. Burke, nee Ryan (87), of Laguna Woods, formerly of Laguna Beach, died peacefully surrounded by her loved ones May 14. She leaves two sons and a daughter-in-law, Timothy Burke of Julian, CA and Brian and Nancy Burke of San Jose, CA, and two daughters and a son-in-law, Kathleen Almon of Mission Viejo and Erin and Ed McClements...

Beverly Brown Peace

Beverly Brown Peace

May 12, 2021

On Wednesday, May 12, 2021 Beverly Brown Peace passed away at her home in Lake Forest, Calif., which she shared with her husband, Rev. Dr. Philip Peace. She was 83 years old. Despite the many physical challenges associated with spinocerebellar ataxia, she persevered courageously and outwardly focused her energies on her friends and family. She will always be an...

Alice “Cece” Coury Pike

Alice “Cece” Coury Pike

May 12, 2021

ALICE (Cece) COURY PIKE

Born in Hawaii in 1935 in the midst of the Great Depression to US Army Lieutenant Mark Edward Bradley Jr (b-1907, d-1999) and Alice Cecelia Newman (b-1910, d-1990), Alice Cecelia Bradley (known to all as Cece) began her interesting and exciting life.

Escaping the beginning of World War II...

Margaret Garcia

Margaret Garcia

May 11, 2021

Margaret Garcia, longtime resident of Lake Forest passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at 9:33pm PST on Tuesday May 11th, (2021). She is survived by her husband Salvador Garcia of nearly 60 years, her 3 children, Cyndie, Mike and Joe. She has “9” grandchildren and “2” Great-grandchildren

Margaret, or Maggie as she was known by many...

Elizabeth Delores Hodge

Elizabeth Delores Hodge

May 10, 2021

Elizabeth Delores Hodge (nee Badalato), 84, of Mission Viejo, CA passed away peacefully in her sleep of natural causes on May 10, 2021. A Memorial Service will be held at Presbyterian Church of the Master, 26051 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA on May 28, 2021 at 1 PM. Donations may be made in her memory to either Children of...

Joan Lawrence Mcdonald

Joan Lawrence Mcdonald

May 7, 2021

JoAn Lawrence McDonald January 13, 1927 – May 7, 2021

JoAn Lawrence McDonald went home to be with the Lord on May 7, 2021 in Laguna Beach, CA at the age of 94. Born January 13, 1927 in Long Beach, California to Henry and Esther Lawrence. At University of Arizona, she met and married William...

Allison Lynn Messenger

Allison Lynn Messenger

May 5, 2021

Allison Lynn Messenger was born August 30, 1967 in Santa Ana, CA to Richard and Patricia Macgregor. She attended Mountain View High School and graduated in 1985. She passed away May 5, 2021 at the age of 54 at her home in Laguna Hills, CA surrounded by loved ones.

She is survived by her 5 children: Brent,...

Ralph James Rosenberg

Ralph James Rosenberg

May 4, 2021

Ralph James Rosenberg

Ralph James Rosenberg was born on May 25, 1943 in Los Angeles, California to Karl and Margot Rosenberg.  His parents divorced when Jim was very young, and Margot married Immanuel Lewin, a professor of Architecture at both USC and UCLA.  Immanuel was whom he called Dad growing up in Los Angeles where,...

John Candy Tehrani

John Candy Tehrani

May 4, 2021

John “Candy” Tehrani March 17, 1981 – May 4, 2021

Although Candy was ill for many years, he was a fighter and found much happiness with his family, his friends, his pets and his art. He loved his white German Shepard, Blanca, and spent much of his time playing and swimming with her....

Bernice Lang

Bernice Lang

May 4, 2021

Bernice Lang April 12, 1929 – May 4, 2021

Bernice Lang was born in Boston, Massachusetts and passed away peacefully, after a short illness in Laguna Hills, California.  Bernice was the youngest of Polish immigrants Anthony and Sofie Kalinowski’s five children. She married Kenneth J. Lang in 1952 and moved to the Detroit,...

Ann Roberta Edlefsen

Ann Roberta Edlefsen

May 3, 2021

Ann Roberta Edlefsen 1926 – 2021

On Monday, May 3, 2021, Ann Roberta (Williams) Edlefsen, passed away in Mission Viejo, California at the age of 94. She lived a very long and fulfilling life and is missed terribly, but will live on in our hearts forever.

Ann was originally a native...

Paul Migrditchian

Paul Migrditchian

May 2, 2021

Paul Migrditchian lives in Mission Viejo CA, passed away at the age of 84. Born on November 17, 1936 and passed away on May 02, 2021.

Jeffrey Weber

Jeffrey Weber

May 1, 2021

Jeffrey Weber, 67, of Coto de Caza, CA, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2021.  He was born on March 26, 1954 to George and Grace Weber in College Park, Maryland. Jeff and his older brother, Bob, had a childhood full of adventures. After graduating from high school, he earned a B.A. from the University of Maryland. While at...

Maurice S. Thews

Maurice S. Thews

May 1, 2021

Maurice S Thews

Maurice S Thews (Maury) 92, of Lake Forest, CA, passed away peacefully on May 1 st , 2021. Maury was born on June 28, 1928 to Ted and Marjorie Thews in Gary, Indiana. After graduating from high school, he joined the United States Army Air Corp in 1946, (changed to the United...

Russell “Buddy” Otto Mercer Jr.

Russell “Buddy” Otto Mercer Jr.

Apr 30, 2021

Russell “Buddy” Otto Mercer Jr. went home to Jesus on April 30, 2021 at age 66.

Russell was born to Bud and Vanita Mercer on October 20, 1954 in Reseda, California. As a child, he loved watching westerns, listening to music, and playing guitar.

Russell met his wife, Pearlita in 1979 at Old Trails West....

Iraida Reyes Guzman

Iraida Reyes Guzman

Apr 29, 2021

Iraida Reyes Guzman

Iraida Reyes Guzman (Aida) was born on September 22, 1941 and passed away peacefully on April 29, 2021 in Laguna Hills, CA.

Aida was born in the Philippines to Pio M. Reyes and Saturnina G. Reyes and was the last survivor of their six children; Isnardo, Herman, Lino, Federico, and...

Valerie Williamson

Valerie Williamson

Apr 28, 2021

Valerie Williamson lives in , passed away at the age of 81. Born on March 15, 1940 and passed away on April 28, 2021.

Maureen Victoria Leon-Guerrero

Maureen Victoria Leon-Guerrero

Apr 26, 2021

Maureen Victoria Delfin Leon Guerrero 7/5/1952-4/26/2021

Our family is from Guam and She was the matriarch of the Naputi/Delfin family. She was the eldest of 12. She has 3 children (son, daughter, daughter). She has one son-in-law and one daughter-in-law. She has 9 Grandchildren and one Great-granddaughter. She has numerous aunts, uncles, cousins...

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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