Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Everett Lawrence Parker

Everett Lawrence Parker

Jan 17, 2021

EVERETT LAWRENCE PARKER April 29, 1937 to January 17, 2021

Everett “Ret” Parker, of Mission Viejo, passed away in his sleep on Sunday, January 17, 2021, from heart disease. He was 83. Everett was the beloved husband of Joan Tarquini Parker for 53 years. Born in Everett, MA, Ret was the son of...

Delphia Almeda Adolphus

Delphia Almeda Adolphus

Jan 17, 2021

DELPHIA ALMEDA ADOLPHUS Born in : Belize City, Belize Resided in: Los Angeles, California

September 8, 1955 – January 17,2021

On September 8, 1955 Delphia Almeda Adolphus was born to Denzle W. Adolphus Sr. and Edna Almeda Wong-Adolphus in Belize.

At an early age Delphia...

David Paul Stoeckel

David Paul Stoeckel

Jan 15, 2021

David Paul Stoeckel, 75, of Laguna Hills, California, passed away on Friday, January 15, 2021 of complications related to Covid 19.

Dave was born on September 2, 1945 in Lancaster, PA to Erich and Beth Stoeckel.  He attended Lancaster public schools, graduating from Manheim Township High School. Dave was then accepted to the Pennsylvania State University in...

Felice Rose Romagnoli

Felice Rose Romagnoli

Jan 15, 2021

Felice Rose Romagnoli, 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 15, 2021. Felice was born on March 21, 1938 in New York City, New York.

She married the love of her life William Romagnoli on January 8, 1956 and enjoyed 65 years of marriage residing in San Clemente, California.

She was a force of light,...

John Marvin Gordon Jr.

John Marvin Gordon Jr.

Jan 12, 2021

John Marvin Gordon Jr. lives in Rancho Santa Margarita California, passed away at the age of 90. Born on January 18, 1930 and passed away on January 12, 2021.

Maximiliano Cruz Fernandez

Maximiliano Cruz Fernandez

Jan 12, 2021

Maximiliano Cruz Fernandez lives in Mission Viejo California, passed away at the age of 72. Born on October 05, 1948 and passed away on January 12, 2021.

James W. Sieg

James W. Sieg

Jan 12, 2021

James W. Sieg November 1, 1938 – January 12, 2021

Jim Sieg, a 48-year resident of Laguna Beach, died peacefully at home on January 12.  He was surrounded by his loving family.  Jim had been in declining health for several years fighting a brave battle with Lewy Body dementia.  He was 82.  A...

Mary Eloise Carroll

Mary Eloise Carroll

Jan 12, 2021

Mary Eloise Carroll, 79, of Laguna Woods California, died Tuesday January 12, 2021 at Saddleback Memorial Hospital. Born May 6, 1941 in Chicago IL to the late James Carroll and La Vern Bourbon Carroll. Predeceased by brother Martin Carroll, nephew Michael Weaver and brother-in-law Ed Quinn. Survived by sisters Kathleen Quinn, Dolores and Jack Weaver, Janine and Michael Harris...

Margot Depatie

Margot Depatie

Jan 12, 2021

Margot DePatie passed away at the age of 78 on January 12, 2021 in Mission Viejo, CA after a 9-year battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was born in Poughkeepsie, NY and grew up in Sarasota, FL. In 1964, Margot moved to San Diego where she met her husband, Gene. They spent all the ensuing years in California, including the...

Linda Lee Brown

Linda Lee Brown

Jan 11, 2021

Linda Lee Brown lives in , passed away at the age of 76. Born on December 11, 1944 and passed away on January 11, 2021.

James Anthony Hayes

James Anthony Hayes

Jan 11, 2021

Jim Hayes passed away from natural causes on Monday January 11, 2021 in Laguna Niguel, California at the age of 76.

Jim was born on March 23 rd , 1944 in Mansfield, England to Dorothy and Horace Hayes.  In school he was successful in athletics and academics and was head boy in secondary school. Jim graduated from...

Sheila Jeanette Busch

Sheila Jeanette Busch

Jan 10, 2021

The Busch Family is saddened to announce the sudden passing of Sheila Busch, their beloved wife, mother and grandmother, on Sunday, January 10, 2021, due to natural causes unrelated to the current pandemic.

Sheila Jeanette Jackson was born on January 22, 1949, to Bill and Jean Jackson. Three days later, Sheila met her best friend and love...

Santiago Miranda Bermudez

Santiago Miranda Bermudez

Jan 10, 2021

Santiago Miranda Bermudez lives in Fullerton California, passed away at the age of 94. Born on November 16, 1926 and passed away on January 10, 2021.

Diego “Jon” Antigua Dela Cruz Jr.

Diego “Jon” Antigua Dela Cruz Jr.

Jan 10, 2021

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of beloved husband, father, and grandfather/Lolo, Diego “Jon” Antigua Dela Cruz, Jr. at the age of 65 from COVID-19. He fought the virus at home for a week along with his dear wife before being hospitalized on December 28th, 2020, with pneumonia. Family stayed virtually connected...

Frances Elisabeth Yeager

Frances Elisabeth Yeager

Jan 9, 2021

Frances Keyes Yeager passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 9, 2021 at the age of 98.  Her sparkling blue eyes, dimples unchanged since childhood and Yankee spirit will be celebrated by her six children and their spouses, 20 grandchildren and 27 great"'grandchildren.

Born Frances Elisabeth Keyes in Winchester, MA on July 14, 1922, Frannie was...

Gregg Jon Barnette

Gregg Jon Barnette

Jan 9, 2021

Remembering Gregg Barnette

Family and friends grieve the loss of our beloved Gregg Jon Barnette who passed away peacefully at the age of 74 on Saturday, January 9, 2021.

Gregg was born on July 31, 1946, in Compton, Los Angeles, CA, to Max and Eileen Barnette. They later settled in Ukiah, CA, before...

Father Bruce Lavery

Father Bruce Lavery

Jan 9, 2021

Father Bruce Lavery died on Saturday, January 9, 2021, at the age of 86. Born in Los Angeles on January 18, 1934, he was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles on April 29, 1967.

He first served as associate pastor at St. Jerome Parish in Los Angeles, and then in 1971, he was transferred to St. Anthony Claret...

Ali Bekhrad Jahromi

Ali Bekhrad Jahromi

Jan 8, 2021

Dr. Ali Bekhrad Jahromi

May 23, 1929 – January 8, 2021

Dr. Ali Jahromi of Irvine, California passed away peacefully on January 8, 2021.  He was 91 years old.  Ali Jahromi is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Soraya, two daughters, Marjon (and husband Saied) and Laudan (and husband...

Ramiro Ybarra

Ramiro Ybarra

Jan 8, 2021

Ramiro Ybarra lives in Fullerton California, passed away at the age of 83. Born on October 27, 1937 and passed away on January 08, 2021.

Dolores Sanches Gonzales

Dolores Sanches Gonzales

Jan 7, 2021

Dolores Sanches Gonzales lives in Lakeforest California, passed away at the age of 91. Born on September 28, 1929 and passed away on January 07, 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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