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Anthony James Moran, age 33, passed away in a tragic car accident on Sunday, October 15, 2023. Anthony was born at Park City Hospital in Bridgeport on November 29, 1989. He is the son of John Moran and the late Michele Kusy Moran of Bridgeport. Anthony loved his family from North End Little League and attained a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and graduated from Assumption School and Notre Dame High School in Fairfield.
Anthony began working at age 14 with his mother at the Smithy Restaurant in Monroe. He worked his way up to manager and helped the restaurant to stay open during the pandemic. He was a per diem IT worker for the Stratford Board of Education for several years before being hired full time in 2022. He was also currently employed by Fortuna Catering of Stratford.
Anthony's passion was his family and his dog Charlie and playing Pokémon Go with his many friends. Anthony was predeceased by his mother, Michele, who he dearly missed and his uncle, John Gilmore. Anthony, we know you are in your mom's arms up in heaven. Peace.
Anthony is survived by his father, John and brother, Ryan and Ryan's fiancée Nora Mackey and his aunts, uncles and cousins; James Kevin Moran and Mary and Harry Lovett, Lorraine and John Kalman, Tyler and Kylee Kalman, Corey, Hayley and James Kalman, Billy, Linda and Kayla Kusy and Marie Maher, and Damon, Heather and Desmond Gallick.
Friends may call on Thursday, October 19th at Pistey Funeral Home, 2155 Main St., Stratford from 4 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 20th at Assumption Church, Fairfield at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at Lawncroft Cemetery in Fairfield. Please visit www.pisteyfuneralhome.com to express condolences.
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Emily Olson
October 28, 2023
I dined at the Smithy many times with my family including Barbara Fisher of Monroe, and Michelle and Anthony were always wonderful. I'm saddened by this loss; Anthony was nothing but sweet and kind to everyone. Rest in peace, sweet boy. My deepest condolences to the family. - Emily Olson, New Milford CT
Leah H
October 21, 2023
Anthony I will always remember you, Tyler and I going to the casino together. I know Kylee is going to miss you so much especially on the holidays when you were all together. She knows your with your mom now and that will help her knowing you both are warching over the family. You will always be in our thoughts.
Ashley V.
October 21, 2023
Anthony was loved by so many of us in the Pokémon Go community. He is one of the kindest people I´ve ever known, always making everyone feel welcome and always bringing a good time with him. He will be sorely missed, and I offer my deepest condolences to his family and all who loved him.
Marie and Marty Flanagan
October 20, 2023
We are so sorry, a tragic loss, there are no words. Just know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. He will be forever in your heart. Love, Marty and Marie
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Lydia Pereira
October 19, 2023
Anthony was a very friendly neighbor we will miss is every day greetings. RIP. Lydia
K. STRANG
October 19, 2023
Rest In Peace
Nancy A ONeil
October 19, 2023
John, Ryan and family, we are keeping you and Anthony in our prays. Nancy, Kevin and Anne O'Neil
Cathy Rubano
October 19, 2023
Johnny and Ryan,
I am so very sorry. Losing Anthony is devastating. He was a great guy. He's with Mich. I think about her all the time. Love you both. Cathy Rubano
Mary beth Sebestyen
October 19, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Cathy Grabowski
October 19, 2023
John,Ryan,&family,
So sorry for your loss,my prayers are with you and your family.
Fran Santoro
October 18, 2023
I'm so sorry to hear this sad news. RIP Anthony. Miss you dearly and your Mom, Michele.
Michayla Curley
October 18, 2023
Anthony was such a good person. He always put others first and made even the most simple activity fun. We had many good times & great memories going to Riverdale Diner and Cheese Gravy Fries. I know you´re in Heaven with your mom, happier than ever! Sending prayers and condolences to the family.
Chris Teskey
October 18, 2023
Dear John, I was sorry to hear of your recent loss. In deepest sympathy, Chris Teskey
Deane O Kennedy
October 18, 2023
Johnny, It has been a long time since we have shook an ale together, but my condolences and prayers are just as strong. Be well brotha and realize my love extends down to the Port City.
Love,
Deane and Kathleen Pitt Kennedy
Joe Martin & family
October 18, 2023
Our heartfelt condolences to John and all the Moran family brother uncles aunts.friends our condolences to all the friends and family of Anthony He was a witty kid and will be missed by a lot of people. Our prayers are with you all. Thank you.
Lisa (LF7401)
October 18, 2023
If wasn´t for Anthony I probably wouldn´t have done any raids in the early years of Pokémon go. I was always impressed by how organized and pleasant raid hour was with him. Sometimes we had 20+ players so he divided people into groups to make sure no one was left out. Wasn´t until a few months ago that we actually added each other as friends in the game. On the day of his accident, I sent a gift to ajmoran29, a gift that unfortunately didn´t realize will never be opened. I´m heart broken by this loss and I know everyone who played with him at Academy Hill will be as well. My condolences to his family and friends.
Jack Ciocca
October 18, 2023
John, Kevin and Mary,
Wishing you comfort and peace as you grieve the loss of Anthony.
May God bless Anthony and may he rest in peace.
Jack & Angelo Ciocca
Donna Werfelman
October 18, 2023
I too, was shocked and saddened to read of Anthony's passing. We have known him nearly 20 years as his mom's side kick. Anthony was truly a wonderful kid who was turning into a wonderful man. Respectful, funny & KIND are just some of his attributes. I want to believe that he is with Michele, and she needed him with her. To all of Anthony's family members, he spoke about all of you often always with a smile on his face and a lot of respect from his heart. May he rest in peace. He will be thought of often by us. Our hearts ache.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Fred Santucci
Donna Werfelman
MARINET PEREZ (ANTHONY PEREZ MOTHER)
October 18, 2023
To The Moran Family,
My deepest condolences. Our family will miss Anthony very much. He was always around for my son Anthony and his son Josiah. Always inviting them to pokemon events and even giving Anthony tickets to bring my grandson Josiah to many events at the arena. I always loved how respectful and loving he was. He will be dearly missed. RIP Anthony
Kari L Alfano
October 18, 2023
John, Ryan, Kevin and Mary, we were so very sorry to hear of the loss of Anthony. We can't imagine your grief. You are all in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers always. Love you guys
Ralph and Kari Alfano
Springhill Florida
Debbie Simek
October 18, 2023
We are so saddened by the loss of Anthony. He was a diamond in the rough. We went to the Smithy, often, and knew his mom Michelle who was one of the best and most caring woman I have every known. We were actually shocked when we went to the Smithy and he was no longer there. Anthony you will be missed by all that had the opportunity to know you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Anthony's family.
Debbie and Joe Simek and Family
Ken & Diana Murphy
October 17, 2023
This is SO sad John. I'm really sorry and so is Diana. Stay strong my friend.
Mary Beth Watson
October 17, 2023
We remember Anthony from many good years at North End Little League. A very nice family. May God give you strength.
The Watson Family
Diane Lynn DelBianco
October 17, 2023
I knew Anthony from The Smithy, I would often say what a great server he was, he impressed me with his courtesy and professional demeanor. I was sad when he left The Smithy. I am very saddened to hear about his passing, may he rest in peace
Ashley
October 17, 2023
My heart is broken !! He was such a good kid . I worked with him a short time and he always made me laugh . So sorry to hear this :( breaks my heart
Mary Ellen Genest
October 17, 2023
I only knew Anthony from when he was a waiter at The Smithy. I would always request him when dining there. He was top notch with a wonderful personality. After all, he learned from the best of the best, his mom Michelle. This is so very sad. May they both rest in peace in each others arms.
Peggie Dennehy
October 17, 2023
I met Anthony because of Pokémon. He was so helpful and willing to explain to this old lady how to play the game. He always had a smile, even when I knew he was exasperated with some of us.
I am so sorry for his family´s loss, and will pray that they can make it through knowing he had so many friends who loved him.
Nancy
October 17, 2023
My heart is hurting. Anthony was such a special person. He welcomed us to play Pokémon go with the group even though we were complete strangers. He was so organized making sure everyone who wanted to play got into the big raids. He made everyone feel welcome and seen. Once, when we were really new to the group, we were at Trumbull Library. There were only 3 of us there. Anthony pulled in next to us and I exclaimed "YES!" And did a fist pump. Alex laughed and asked if I wanted his autograph. You knew it was going to be a good time if he was there. I thought I would get another chance to join a raid. I wish I had found a way to make it to one of the ones earlier this year. My heart goes out to his family. I am so sorry. I can´t even imagine how you must feel. The world has lost a truly special person. Nancy P
Heaven
October 17, 2023
Sue DelBianco
October 17, 2023
I met Anthony when he became a waiter at "The Smithy Restaurant" in 2020. His beloved Mom, Michelle was a waitress there for many years, until she passed away in 2020. Anthony was nothing short of a great waiter and dedicated worker. When he stopped working at The Smithy, we were all very saddened. He had a great personality, and he showed so much professionalism at work. We are all shocked and saddened by his passing, and how it happened in a tragic wreck. The world is a smaller place without Anthony, but we know that he had a full life, and there were many people such as his family, friends, co-workers that really loved him! The world is smaller place without him, but we were so glad for the time we had with him. May his soul rest in peace with the Lord. Amen.
John and Hope
October 17, 2023
You were a good man and a great friend Anthony. You will be very missed by very many. Condolences and prayers to the family.
Sara Hsiang
October 17, 2023
Losing Anthony as a friend here at work is devastating, so I cannot imagine how difficult this must be for his family--especially for his father and brother, of whom he often spoke so fondly. Anthony was a hard worker: cheerful, conscientious, funny, and so kind to all. I appreciated all he had to offer. Please know that there were students and staff here at Stratford High who he helped--even if they did not realize it! Things were really looking optimistic for him after difficult times. I like to think that he and his mother can offer each other comfort now.
Anthony, I will crack open my first Red Bull for you. Cheers to all you accomplished and overcame. <3
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October 17, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Michael Pollock
October 17, 2023
I met Anthony through Pokemon Go, and he was always a friendly and approachable player. He ended up becoming a friend and became a big figure in our game's community. To say he touched the lives of many of us is an understatement.
Rest in peace, Anthony.
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