James-Boran-Obituary

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James Francis "Frank" Boran

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Feb 25, 1927 – Apr 15, 2016

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BORN
February 25, 1927
DIED
April 15, 2016
LOCATION
Kalamazoo, Michigan
CHARITY
Alzheimer's Association

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Parchment Redmond (Adams-Redmond) Funeral Homes Obituary

Frank Boran of Kalamazoo passed away peacefully April 15th, 2016 at age 89 surrounded by his family. Frank was born in Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland, the youngest child of Margret (Darcy) and Peter Boran. He was united in marriage to Sorca (Sarah) Gaffney in 1958 and has been a Kalamazoo...

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Sorry to hear of the death of Frank. When he would be home to Ireland to visit his family he would call with his wife to see my parents in Coon . We are cousins My grandad was a brother of his mothers. Great family. Rest in peace

Prayers and Hugs to the entire Boran Family, and especially to my life long friend, Maura! Mr. Boran was such a wonderful man with my favorite accent. I could listen to him talk all day! He can be proud of such an amazing family and legacy.

Frank was a kind, gentle many of integrity with a great sense of humor. He helped raise a wonderful family some of whom we were privileged to know through the years. The memories will keep him with everyone who knew him.

Boran family, May you be comforted by your faith, family and friends as you celebrate your Dad's life and memory. Please accept our condolences for your loss and our prayers for strength and comfort during this time.

Mr. Boarn was a gentleman always. I remember him form many years ago at the Eastwood Little League. He was a very active parent and a a fine example to the players. Rest in peace Mr. Boran.

Working with Canice and Colm for many years now - sounds like your Dad was a great person at the head of a large family. Celebrate his life and the years you had with him. Sincere Condolences.

I was blessed to meet the Boran family through their daughter Nuala when I was in first grade. Since that time I have enjoyed many wonderful visits with Frank, Sarah, and Nuala's siblings at their family home that were filled with intelligent conversation, laughter, and love. I admired Frank and how he knew the right thing to say at the right time. He did a great job providing for his family and leading them to use their gifts in their lives. My thoughts and prayers are with Sarah and his...

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Frank was such a dynamic person in my childhood.
Mary Reynolds Gerard