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Jeanne Moran Obituary

VERNON - Jeanne Lee Moran (Arace), 59, died after a long illness at Overlook Hospital, Summit, on Monday, Nov. 7, 2011. Born to Armand and Mary Arace in Newark, she was brought up in Irvington and had lived in the Sussex Hills section of Vernon Township for the last 30 years.

Mrs. Moran received her Bachelor of Arts from Kean College and her Master of Arts in education from Montclair State College and worked as a teacher for 21 years, teaching in Vernon, High Point Regional High School and most recently at Montague Elementary School before retiring in April of this year. Mrs. Moran was a member of the Faith Fellowship Church and led its Psalm 27 Cancer Ministry Group. She was active with Big Brothers/Big Sisters, the Sussex County Arts and Heritage Council and the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition. She took great joy in her art, nature hikes, hummingbirds, wildflower gardens, animal rescues and her dogs.

Mrs. Moran was predeceased by her brother, Armand Arace, and was the beloved wife for 28 years of Ted Moran, of Vernon. Devoted mother of Katrina Watson, of Hillsborough; Mary Elena Moran, of Goshen, N.Y.; and Sabrina Moran and Theodore Moran III, of Vernon. Loving grandmother of Tyler and Ryley Watson. Dear sister of Robert Arace, of Largo, Fla. Aunt of Dr. Renee Arace, of West Orange.

The family will receive their friends at Ferguson-Vernon Funeral Home, Vernon, Thursday, Nov. 10, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be Friday, Nov. 11, at Faith Fellowship Church, Hardyston, at 11 a.m. Cremation will be private. Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers to National Ovarian Cancer Coalition Inc., 2501 Oak Lawn Ave., Suite 435, Dallas, TX 75219, www.ovarian.org; or Sussex County Arts and Heritage Council, 133 Spring St., Newton, NJ 07860; or to the family for Theodore Moran III's college education or a favorite animal rescue would be appreciated. For more information or to share condolences, visit www.fergusonvernonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The New Jersey Herald on Nov. 8, 2011.

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Audrey Greilich

November 2, 2021

We can never forget what a beautiful person Jeanne was or her God-given talent which she so generously shared with her many students.

Audrey Greilich

Katrina Watson

November 3, 2012

As we approach a year since your passing there isn't a day that goes by that we all don't think about you. We miss you, we will always love you.

Donna Kistle Latteri

December 5, 2011

Dear Ted,
I've missed Jeanne Lee since she left us at St. Francis. It was always a pleasure singing with her in the choir and looking out at your smiling faces. She remains in a small place deep in my heart and in my prayers for the faithful.
May God grant peace to her soul and to your family. Love you always.

Erin Kelmeris

November 15, 2011

We were so very sorry to hear of Mrs. Morans passing. She taught my daughter art for her first 3 years of school, and she will be missed. You have our deepest sympathies in this time of loss....The Kelmeris family Montague, NJ.

Alli Augustine

November 13, 2011

One day, after a very difficult medical appointment, Aunt Jeanne called me, not to cry and whine, but to prep me for an upcoming job interview and didn't even mention herself. A month later, she came into town feeling really sick and insisted she wanted to go out furniture shopping for the day with her nieces. Aunt Jeanne was a true leader and a really strong and respectable woman. Thank you for bringing her into our family, Uncle Ted. Love you...

Karen Graf

November 11, 2011

Dear Ted and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Jeanne's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Her warm and friendly way will truly be missed by all.

Sue Struble

November 11, 2011

She had such a great laugh. She beamed when she spoke about her family. She was so creative. I will miss all of those things about Jeanne and most of all her friendship. God only knows the why. My prayers go out to her family.Can you imagine what her creative spirit is going to send us? I know whatever it is it is going to be colorful and filled with love.

Rosemary and Ed Gehl

November 11, 2011

Dear Ted and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. I hope your memories of all of Jeanne's goodness will help and sustain you during this difficult and sad time. God bless you all.

Eileen & Jim Opfer

November 11, 2011

Dear Ted and family,
We are saddened to learn that Jeanne Lee lost her brave and long battle. We always admired her strength and beauty. We shall offer our prayers for peace during this difficult time.

Janice Rizzo

November 11, 2011

Dear Ted and family,
My deepest condolences to you all. I pray for the peace of God to surround you now and always. Jeanne's light will always shine forever in our hearts.

Connie and Fred Podorf

November 11, 2011

You are all in our hearts and thoughts as you struggle through this most difficult time.

November 10, 2011

Dear Ted and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I admired Jeanne Lee's strength, faith, and love of her family. I hope the wonderful memories you have of the time you spent together can help you through this difficult time. My deepest condolences. Sharon Hyland

James Douglas

November 10, 2011

My condolences to the Moran Family, and my life long friend Bob Arace.

Dan & Fran Boltz

November 10, 2011

Dear Ted, Sabrina, Mary Elena, Katrina, and Teddy,
We are so deeply sorry to hear of Jeanne's passing. She was a bright light in this world. Her smile and warm, joyous energy was uplifting to all. We treasure the T shirt she painted for Dan years ago. We save it for special trips to Nags Head. Jeanne will live on in our hearts. Although we are out of town we are with you in spirit. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Sincerely with love, Fran and Dan Boltz

Shane Walsh

November 10, 2011

Mr. Moran,
We offer our deepest sympathies for the loss of your beloved wife. Hopefully your memories will help you get through this difficult time. Sincerely, Shane Walsh (ex-student) and family.

Patricia Pienik

November 9, 2011

My condolences to the Arace and Moran Family. A IHS Classmate (Summit,NJ)

Laura Merck

November 9, 2011

Dear Ted, Sabrina, Teddy, MaryEllen and Katrina,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your dear wife/mother.
So very sad to have such a wonderful positive life taken from us way too early.
Sincerest warmest wishes
Laura Merck

Tyler & RyleyWatson Watson

November 9, 2011

You will be missed so much grammie, we will always love you

Katrina, dave,Tyler, ryley Watson

November 9, 2011

We will always love you and you will forever be in our hearts.

Alysen Velde

November 9, 2011

We were so sorry to hear about Mrs. Moran. She was our Art Teacher in Montague. She was a great teacher. She will be missed!!! Alysen and Erika Velde

Marianne Thomasson

November 9, 2011

Ted, Katie, MaryElana, Sabrina and Teddy,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Jeanne was one of the most amazing and wonderful woman I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and loving. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten. I love you all so very much and will pray for your hearts to find peace. She uplifted the Lord in her life and I know she is in his arms right now. I miss you and love you all.
Marianne & Savannah Thomasson

Audrey Greilich

November 9, 2011

Dear Ted and family,
I am so sad to hear of Jeanne's passing. I remember what a vibrant personality she had and her beautiful smile. You are in my prayers and thoughts.

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