Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Eduardo Cruz Rivas

Eduardo Cruz Rivas

Dec 9, 2020

Eduardo Cruz Rivas lives in Alhambra California, passed away at the age of 107. Born on October 15, 1913 and passed away on December 09, 2020.

Thomas Joseph Ivers Sr.

Thomas Joseph Ivers Sr.

Dec 8, 2020

Thomas Joseph Ivers Sr. lives in Cathedral City California, passed away at the age of 84. Born on July 02, 1936 and passed away on December 08, 2020.

Melania Stingaciu

Melania Stingaciu

Dec 6, 2020

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Melania Stingaciu, age 75, who passed away on December 6 th , 2020.

Melania was an amazing friend and beloved wife. Everyone who met her was touched by her radiant personality. She loved people and people loved her.

She will be dearly missed by...

Dick Hunsaker

Dick Hunsaker

Dec 6, 2020

Dick Hunsaker was a tall, gentle giant of a man – often of few words – who let his actions speak for his beliefs, commitment and love to others. His devotion to his Catholic faith, family, friends and Trojan football led to many honors and recognitions throughout his life. The last thing he would want is to be remembered...

Matthew Joseph Willenborg

Matthew Joseph Willenborg

Dec 5, 2020

Matthew Joseph Willenborg, age 35, loving father to Annabelle, son of Gary and Mary, brother to John and Shirley, uncle to Zachary,  Karli and Christine, and cousin to a myriad of relatives, passed away on December 5, 2020.

Matthew was born in Denver, Colorado on July 3, 1985.  He lived there until the age of 6 and...

Wayne Murray Stewart

Wayne Murray Stewart

Dec 4, 2020

Wayne Murray Stewart, Corona del Mar, California August 18, 1947 – December 4, 2020

Wayne (Stewie) Stewart was a large man (6'7″) and he lived a large life, making inspiring and entertaining friends wherever he went. While Wayne was born in Cochrane, Ontario, Canada, his roots are in Downey, California where he spent...

Jean R. Dalton

Jean R. Dalton

Dec 4, 2020

Jean R Dalton May 9, 1924 – December 4, 2020

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jean Dalton on December 4, 2020.  She was 96 years old.

Born in Millville, New Jersey in 1924, Jean was the daughter of the late Horace & Valeria Rubert.  She had two siblings...

William Jeffrey Crafts

William Jeffrey Crafts

Dec 2, 2020

William Jeffrey Crafts

It is with extreme heartbreak that we mark the passing of William Jeffrey Crafts who left this life at the age of 17 on December 2, 2020.  He is survived by his parents, Sean and Christa, siblings Claire, Audrey, Bridget, Wyatt and Sydney, grandparents Wayne and Patricia Purcell, Jeffrey and Colleen Crafts,...

Santiago P. Corral

Santiago P. Corral

Nov 30, 2020

Santiago P. Corral was born on May 23rd, 1930, in San Bernardo, Durango, Mexico. He passed away at home on the morning of November 30th, 2020 in Lake Forest, Ca.

Santiago is survived by his wife of 63 years, Concha Ruiz Corral and his four daughters: Rosemary, Gloria, Dolores and Christina.

Santiago and Concha were...

Trinidad Garcia Bonifacio

Trinidad Garcia Bonifacio

Nov 29, 2020

TRINIDAD G. BONIFACIO MAY 19, 1940- NOVEMBER 29, 2020

Trinidad was born in Manila, Philippines in 1940. She was the 4 th child of Juliana Canonizado and Rodrigo Garcia.  She grew up in Manila with her siblings Soterito Garcia, Pilar Advani, Rodrigo 'Junior' Garcia and Milagros Reyes.  She was fun...

Raymond Ralph Zazulak

Raymond Ralph Zazulak

Nov 29, 2020

Raymond Ralph Zazulak lives in Santa Ana California, passed away at the age of 87. Born on August 22, 1933 and passed away on November 29, 2020.

Eloise Houston Dunn

Eloise Houston Dunn

Nov 29, 2020

Eloise Houston Dunn

Born September 2, 1933, Eloise Houston Dunn, passed away on November 29, 2020.  A descendent of Early California's Sepulveda family, Eloise was very proud of being an eighth generation San Juan Capistrano native.  She attended Old Mission School and Capistrano Union High School.  Eloise married Douglas Dunn in 1956.  He preceded her...

Elaine Constance Dutchess Bice

Elaine Constance Dutchess Bice

Nov 28, 2020

~Elaine Constance Dutchess Bice~

Quietly passed on October 28 th , 2020 surrounded by loved ones. Born July 16 th , 1938 In the Bronx N.Y, where she enjoyed her childhood.

As a young mother, she moved to Yonkers N.Y, where she started to raise her family and where her friends knew her...

Daniel “Danny” Owen Wassgren

Daniel “Danny” Owen Wassgren

Nov 28, 2020

Daniel "Danny" Owen Wassgren May 27, 1934 – Nov. 28, 2020

Daniel "Danny" Wassgren – was the best dad, uncle, grandpa, coach, friend, mentor and much more EVER! He wiggled his ears on request and gave excellent shoulder rides no matter how tired he was or big you were.

Dad had...

Sheila B. Andrews

Sheila B. Andrews

Nov 28, 2020

I am Sheila Beth Andrews.

On the morning of November 28, 2020, I went to be with my Lord and Savior, peacefully in my sleep. I did so just the way I'd always prayed for. In my own home, with no doctors and no hospitals. And I was reunited with my husband Otto, after being separated from...

Helen Malke

Helen Malke

Nov 28, 2020

Helen Malke lives in Laguna Niguel California, passed away at the age of 94. Born on January 27, 1926 and passed away on November 28, 2020.

Daniel Castillo Macias

Daniel Castillo Macias

Nov 26, 2020

Daniel Castillo Macias lives in Laguna Woods California, passed away at the age of 78. Born on October 20, 1942 and passed away on November 26, 2020.

Mary Patricia Fischbeck

Mary Patricia Fischbeck

Nov 24, 2020

On November 24, 2020 Heaven gained one fine lady. Mary Fischbeck lived to be 93 years young and lived her life to its fullest, every last minute. Her spunky and fierce personality added a lot of light to her family and friends lives. When asked her what her greatest accomplishments were, her answer was her kids and her...

Kazuko Nishiura Hallstrom

Kazuko Nishiura Hallstrom

Nov 24, 2020

Kazuko Nishiura Hallstrom passed away November 24, 2020 at her home in Mission Viejo, California. Kazuko was born March 17, 1927 in Sasebo Japan, the youngest of six. Her parents were Motoichi Nishiura and Kane Nagafuchi Nishiura. She graduated top 3 of her high school class and worked for the Japanese Navy in WWII. Kazuko and her family survived...

Ronald Bertrand Temple

Ronald Bertrand Temple

Nov 24, 2020

Ronald Bertrand Temple lives in San Clemente California, passed away at the age of 87. Born on January 23, 1933 and passed away on November 24, 2020.

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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