Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Robert Maurice Baele

Robert Maurice Baele

Mar 6, 2021

Robert Maurice Baele January 9, 1934 – March 6, 2021

"Bob" Baele of Mission Viejo, CA passed away peacefully and surrounded by family at the age of 87. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Karen; five children – Bo, Tim, Linda, Mike, and Pat; their spouses – Karen, Tracey, and Veronica;...

Parviz Ramezan-Arab

Parviz Ramezan-Arab

Mar 6, 2021

Parviz Ramezan-Arab passed away peacefully in his own home on March 6, 2021 with his wife of 50 years by his side. Born in Tehran, Iran in 1936, Parviz was a strong, hard-working, and self-built individual. Despite all odds and humble beginnings, he created a beautiful life for himself and his family.

In 1986, at 50 years...

John Faro Agrusa

John Faro Agrusa

Mar 5, 2021

John was born in Anaheim, CA to proud parents John and Patricia. He had three younger siblings, Maria, Linda, and Eric. He grew up in Fullerton, CA and attended Cal Poly, University in Pomona and received his bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. He later received his Masters in Engineering from California State University, Fullerton.

John met his...

Ernest “Ernie” Raymond Marquez

Ernest “Ernie” Raymond Marquez

Mar 5, 2021

Ernest (Ernie) Raymond Marquez, age 77, passed away on March 5, 2021 at Saddleback Medical Center, Laguna Hills, CA from complications related to COVID-19.

He was born on July 13, 1943 in Winslow, Arizona to Refugio H. Marquez and Amalia May Chavez. He is preceded him in death by his parents and siblings Rosalie Webster and Refugio...

Raymond Earl Staylor Jr.

Raymond Earl Staylor Jr.

Mar 5, 2021

Raymond “Ray” Earl Staylor, Jr.

On Friday, March 5, 2021, Raymond “Ray” Earl Staylor, Jr., loving husband, cherished father, and adored brother, passed away after a brief illness at the age of 86. He will be laid to rest at Live Oak Memorial Gardens, Charleston, South Carolina, with Military Honors.

Ray was born...

Deane Girard Marfone

Deane Girard Marfone

Mar 3, 2021

Deane Girard Marfone September 6, 1955- March 3, 2021

Deane passed away after a long battle with Atypical Parkinson's at the age of 65.

Deane was born in Troy, New York to Patrick and Celia Marfone. They moved to King of Prussia, Pennsylvania when he was one. He went to Upper...

Edith Agnes “Dunn” Stanford

Edith Agnes “Dunn” Stanford

Mar 3, 2021

Edith Agnes (Dunn) Stanford 07/9/1926 – 03/03/2021

Edith Agnes (Dunn) Stanford, age 94, of Rancho Mission Viejo, CA entered her eternal rest on 3/3/2021. Edith was born on 7/9/1926 in Newark, NJ to Agnes (Beck) Dunn and Joseph Dunn, where she spent her early years growing up with her siblings, sisters Grace and...

Joyce Patricia Bolles

Joyce Patricia Bolles

Feb 25, 2021

JOYCE PATRICIA BOLLES FEB. 27. 1927 – FEB. 25, 2021 MONARCH BEACH, CA

Joyce was born in London, England and married Herb Bolles in 1946 after serving two years in the England WAAF, Women's Auxiliary Air Force. Joy moved to Long Island, New York and raised two sons, Burt and Gary....

Leo J. Westover

Leo J. Westover

Feb 25, 2021

Leo J. Westover age 82, passed away on February 25, 2021.

He was the husband of Yvonne Westover. They shared 58 years together.

Born in SLC, Utah, he was the son of Leo Taylor Westover and Lucille Macklin Westover.

He graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in English and French and...

Rudy Laullon

Rudy Laullon

Feb 24, 2021

After a brave battle with Alzheimer's Disease, Rudy passed away on February 24, 2021 with his loving wife, Ana Marie, by his side . Rudy was born December 14, 1939 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He met the love of his life, Ana Marie, as children. They began dating in 1956 and were married December 15, 1960. They were life...

Anita Isabel Mckain

Anita Isabel Mckain

Feb 24, 2021

Anita Isabel McKain

Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Daughter, Sister, Aunt and friend, passed peacefully on February 24, 2021. Anita, born on August 11, 1934, in Pittsburg PA was married to the love of her life, Clarence (Pat) McKain for 55 years before his passing in 2005. Together they had six children, Douglas, Michael,...

Chun Ngan “Jenny” Lin

Chun Ngan “Jenny” Lin

Feb 23, 2021

Chun Ngan (Jenny) Lin, 93, of Irvine, passed away peacefully February 23, 2021, with her family by her side.

She was born to the late Cookson Ho and Lin Kwai Fung on December 6, 1927 in Guangdong, China. She was their youngest child. Though born into a wealthy family, Chun faced many challenges and hardships in her...

Sovanna Lim Thomas

Sovanna Lim Thomas

Feb 22, 2021

Sovanna Lim Thomas lives in Anaheim California, passed away at the age of 64. Born on September 13, 1956 and passed away on February 22, 2021.

Eloina M. Adame

Eloina M. Adame

Feb 22, 2021

On Monday, February 22, 2021, Eloina Mendoza Adame, loving wife and mother of nine children, passed-away peacefully at home. She was 89 years old.

Eloina was born on December 6, 1931 in Tlapa, Mexico to Emilio Mendoza Cantu and Carlota Diaz Maldonado. She completed bookkeeping studies after high school and was a homemaker most of her life....

Margaret “Marcheta” Busch

Margaret “Marcheta” Busch

Feb 22, 2021

Margaret “Marcheta Busch

Margaret “Marcheta” Busch died of congestive heart failure at Hoag Memorial Hospital at age 91 on the morning of Monday, February 22, 2021. She led a joyous life and left behind a large and beloved family.

Marcheta was born on September 21, 1929 in Clinton, Michigan, where she spent her...

Adeline J. Hartman

Adeline J. Hartman

Feb 21, 2021

Adeline J. Hartman December 11, 1926 – February 21, 2021

Adeline "Dee" Hartman went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 21, 2021.  She was a loving and caring believer, a wonderful mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  Her 94 years of life were rich in memories of family, close...

Sophia Chunyi Liu Bringle

Sophia Chunyi Liu Bringle

Feb 21, 2021

Sophia Bringle, 44, passed away unexpectedly on February 21, 2021 at Hoag Hospital in Irvine, California. Sophia was born on August 7, 1976 in Taipei Taiwan to Liu ChengMin and Wang MeiFeng.

Growing up in Taipei, she was shy and humble but was always able to bring out positive energy in any situation. Sophia enjoyed hanging out...

Ana Bien De Vera Linatoc

Ana Bien De Vera Linatoc

Feb 20, 2021

In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps. Proverbs 16:9

Our beloved ANA BIEN DE VERA Of Anaheim, California, USA and Paombong, Bulacan, Philippines peacefully joined the Creator on February 20, 2021 at the age of 56.

Our family request your pious prayers for her eternal rest....

Javier H. Van Oordt

Javier H. Van Oordt

Feb 20, 2021

Javier H. van Oordt August 15, 1933 – February 20, 2021

Javier passed away at home on Saturday morning, February 20, 2021 after a long battle with cancer.  He was surrounded by his loving family before he passed. Javier is survived by his wife of 67 years Nelly (Cucha), sons Erick, Javier, daughter...

Samuel James Calavitta

Samuel James Calavitta

Feb 19, 2021

Samuel J. Calavitta 06/04/1942 – 02/19/2021

Sam is survived by his wife of 58 years, Diane, 3 sons – Sam Jr., Joseph, and David Calavitta, and 11 grandchildren, his sister Lois and brother-in-law Tom Dadian, Sister-in-law Joan Hoff, along with many nieces and nephews.

Sam began his teaching career in El Segundo, CA...

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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