Jeff-Moran-Obituary

Jeff Moran

Lawrence, Kansas

Sep 20, 1966 – Apr 17, 2024

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September 20, 1966
DIED
April 17, 2024
LOCATION
Lawrence, Kansas

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Jeffrey (Jeff) Moran–history professor, Cajun chef, World's Greatest Dad, and human encyclopedia–passed away on Wednesday, April 17 at the age of 57, after a 23-year battle with brain cancer. He was surrounded by family who loved him fiercely.Jeff was born on September 20,1966 in Madison,...

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Well past due, but I just found out about this...so sorry to Morgan and the rest of the Morans. Jeff was a great guy who I admired all through high school. Clearly, by his post graduate success, with good reason. RIP, Jeff. Gary Frederickson

Brilliant, humble and unbelievably brave. Always fun to have in one's company. A huge loss for family, friends and the University of Kansas,

The world lost a good human, filled with intellect and curiosity and joy and kindness. Jeff will be missed by so many but his memory and legacy will live on.

Our family's condolences go to Susan and the girls. We were saddened to read about Jeff's passing. We knew Jeff and his beautiful family back in the Quail Run days where our kids were classmates. The biggest memory we have was his utmost kindness. He was going through so much and yet carried himself with incredible grace. Both, he and Susan, have brought up two stellar girls. We have very fond memories of those days when our kids were younger as they had a very tight and unique class where...

Susan and family - A sad day this Sunday, but an opportunity to celebrate a life that gave to so many others. My encounters with Jeff were so infrequent and short but he always had a kind word to pass along, and I enjoyed that wit. If we can help with anything, please drop me a note or call. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family - Bear and Donna Bryant

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Dear Susan, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. It was a pleasure knowing Jeff, we enjoyed many interesting conversations during our visits. I'll be thinking of you. Karen Roberts

Sad to learn of this news! May you always keep this loved one of yours close to your heart by revisiting happy memories of him often. With much love and sympathy to your family. Steve, Kathy, Aaron & Laura and Alison Gehrke