Obituaries

Recent Obituaries and Ceremonies at O’Connor Mortuary

Maria Teresa Garcia

Maria Teresa Garcia

Sep 9, 2020

Maria Teresa Garcia, 94, was born February 24, 1926 in Pinar del Rio, Cuba and passed away September 9, 2020 at home in Laguna Niguel, CA.  Maria Teresa was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Dagoberto, and is survived by daughter Marta (Carlos R.) Cabral; sisters Raquel Yera and Aracelis DelPino; grandchildren Alexandra (Brian) McClendon, Becky...

Lynette D. Wogsberg

Lynette D. Wogsberg

Sep 9, 2020

Lynette D. Wogsberg lives in Laguna Niguel California, passed away at the age of 76. Born on April 30, 1944 and passed away on September 09, 2020.

Robert William Wentsel

Robert William Wentsel

Sep 9, 2020

Robert William Wentsel

Robert William Wentsel was born in North Dakota on December 13, 1924, and he was called Bill or Billy the rest of his life. He spent his formative years living in Grand Forks with his mother, father, and siblings, the 5th of 6 children. Two rivers flowed through town. He says that...

Betty Louise Mckenzie

Betty Louise Mckenzie

Sep 8, 2020

Betty L. McKenzie

Franklin College Homecoming Queen of 1947, Passes at 91

Betty Louise Mathena McKenzie, 91, passed the evening of 9-8-20 holding loved ones in herMission Viejo, CA, home of 53 yrs.  She was born in October, 1928, on her grandparent's farm in Kansas, IN, which later became part of Camp Atterbury. ...

Nancy Jean Evingham

Nancy Jean Evingham

Sep 7, 2020

Nancy Jean Evingham lives in Laguna Niguel California, passed away at the age of 78. Born on April 16, 1942 and passed away on September 07, 2020.

Richard Wray Simpson

Richard Wray Simpson

Sep 6, 2020

Richard Wray Simpson

Richard, aka Dick, passed away Sunday Sept 6th. Dick was born to James and Roberta Simpson in Waterloo, Iowa on December 12, 1936. He was 83 years old. Dick's family moved to Phoenix, AZ when he was seven along with his brother Jim and sister Barbara. During his time in Phoenix he...

Gail Elin Knapp

Gail Elin Knapp

Sep 6, 2020

Gail Elin Knapp lives in Laguna Niguel California, passed away at the age of 85. Born on January 25, 1935 and passed away on September 06, 2020.

Thomas Edward Gavin Jr.

Thomas Edward Gavin Jr.

Sep 4, 2020

Tom was born in Fremont, Ohio to the late Freida and Thomas E. Gavin.  Growing up in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida, he loved sports and teasing an older sister and younger brother.  His sense of humor was dry even as a young man.  He enlisted in the Air-Force at 21 years old and served with honors.

In...

Anne Johnson Hand

Anne Johnson Hand

Sep 4, 2020

Anne Johnson Hand December 2, 1952 – September 4, 2020 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7

Anne Johnson Hand was the daughter of Jimmy and Carrie Norman and was born on December 2, 1952 in Newton, Mississippi. She was raised in the...

Pauline Marie Keeler

Pauline Marie Keeler

Sep 3, 2020

Pauline Marie Keeler lives in Laguna Niguel , passed away at the age of 85. Born on September 22, 1934 and passed away on September 03, 2020.

Fred Himert

Fred Himert

Sep 3, 2020

Fred Himert, age 77 passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully at his home in Lake Forest, California on Thursday, September 3, 2020.

Fred was born on September 5 th , 1942, in Rockford, Illinois to Glenn Himert and Alma "Mickey" Dailey (formerly Himert). Fred was raised with his sister, Beverly Anthony, in Mt Morris, Illinois.

Upon...

Pravina Girdharlal Contractor

Pravina Girdharlal Contractor

Sep 2, 2020

Pravina Girdharlal Contractor lives in Tustin California, passed away at the age of 74. Born on March 18, 1946 and passed away on September 02, 2020.

Lucille Hutcherson

Lucille Hutcherson

Sep 1, 2020

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lucille "Lucy" Hutcherson. She passed away at home in Lake Forest, California peacefully on September 1, 2020 after a short illness two days after her 93rd birthday.

Lucy was born on August 30, 1927 in Brooklyn, NY where she lived with her parents Joseph and Stella...

Kevin Tadao Hagihara

Kevin Tadao Hagihara

Sep 1, 2020

Kevin Tadao Hagihara

Kevin Tadao Hagihara, 51, of Irvine, passed away suddenly and went to be with the Lord on September 1, 2020.

The second oldest of four children, Kevin was born on May 21, 1969 to Frank and Tomi (Morishita) Hagihara in Salt Lake City, Utah.  At the age of seven, Kevin's...

Kevin Liam Newell

Kevin Liam Newell

Aug 31, 2020

Kevin Liam Newell lives in Trabuco Canyon California, passed away at the age of 39. Born on November 25, 1980 and passed away on August 31, 2020.

Patricia Jean Twellman

Patricia Jean Twellman

Aug 31, 2020

Patricia Jean Twellman lives in Laguna Hills California, passed away at the age of 88. Born on February 21, 1932 and passed away on August 31, 2020.

Joanne Theresa Sullivan

Joanne Theresa Sullivan

Aug 30, 2020

Joanne Theresa Sullivan lives in Dana Point California, passed away at the age of 90. Born on September 09, 1929 and passed away on August 30, 2020.

Vincent Richard Colarossi

Vincent Richard Colarossi

Aug 29, 2020

Vincent Richard Colarossi, 64, of Dana Point, CA, passed away peacefully in his home on August 29, 2020.

Vince was born in the San Fernando Valley on March 12, 1956.  He was Richard and Justina Colarossi's first child.  Vince was raised in Mission Hills with one sister" Vicky" and four brothers" Jimmy, Ronald, Richard, and Johnny.

Vince...

Arlene Montano

Arlene Montano

Aug 29, 2020

Arlene Montano passed away on August 29, 2020. She was riding her bicycle with a group of people at Newport Beach strand and she had a massive heart attack. She left behind three sisters, Bessie Montano Blazejewski, Agnes Montano, and Alethea Murray, three nephews, Curtis Montano, Franco Montano, and Errol Montano, and two nieces, Michele Montano and Josielene Montilla-Coyle....

George John Ginther

George John Ginther

Aug 29, 2020

George John Ginther lives in Ladera Ranch California, passed away at the age of 76. Born on February 14, 1944 and passed away on August 29, 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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