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Nora Moran Obituary

MORAN Nora Moran, 100, of Bridgeport, passed on Monday, July 18, 2011. Wife of the late James Moran, Nora was born December 24, 1910, in Mahanagh, County Sligo, Ireland, to Matthew and Mary Sherlock. She came to the United States in the 1920s and spent the rest of her life in Bridgeport, where she married and raised three children. Nora enjoyed the company of many friends and relatives, along with the friends of her children. She loved hearing "the news of the day" from everyone she encountered and responded with an Irish lilt in her voice that she never lost. She was always a font of stories from generations past, about her home in Ireland as well as her adopted Bridgeport. She was a kind-hearted soul who was quick to compliment anyone on an accomplishment in his or her life, and she was a shoulder of sympathy for those in need. Her quick sense of humor was renowned throughout her extended family and circle of friends, and it never took a stranger long to become part of that circle. Throughout her life, Nora relied on the power and comfort of prayer for herself and others. Her faith was a pillar of her life and she freely offered prayers and blessings to anyone in need of a change of luck. It was not uncommon to walk in on Nora and find her deep in private prayer. She and her late husband were founding members of the Gaelic-American Club, located in Fairfield. In her youth, Nora played camogie, a form of Irish field hockey for women, in Seaside Park in Bridgeport. She also worked during World War II at the Warner factory in Bridgeport, where she was involved with the sewing of parachutes for American servicemen. She worked for many years at retail establishments in downtown Bridgeport and later at Fairfield University, where she enjoyed a daily interaction with the student body. Nora is survived by her son James Kevin Moran, of Bridgeport; her daughter Mary Kathleen Moran Gilmore, and her husband, John, of Stratford; her son John Francis Moran, and his wife, Michele, of Bridgeport; and her two grandsons, Anthony Moran and Ryan Moran, of Bridgeport. She is also survived by a sister, Marcella Sherlock, of County Sligo, Ireland, and several nieces and nephews in the United States, Ireland and England. She was predeceased by her sisters, Beatrice McCormack, Mary Falvey, Kathleen Jacklin, Rita Counihan, Lily Toolan and Christine Sherlock. Nora's family would like to thank the staff of Cambridge Manor of Fairfield for the care and attention they provided during her stay there. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, July 21, at the Church of the Assumption in Fairfield. Respects may be paid to the family prior to the Mass from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in Larson's Funeral Home, 2496 North Avenue, Bridgeport. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Trumbull.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Jul. 20, 2011.

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frances Gilmore

July 24, 2011

Hello Mary Kevin , John and John Gilmore
On behalf of all members of our family in Foxford , Kiltimagh Swinford and Castlebar we extend our heartfelt sympathy to each of you , Your beloved mother was a true Irish spirit with an Irish mind and an Irish accent after all those years , You will all miss her greatly , God rest her ,
Frances

Olive Hanly

July 24, 2011

Dear Kevin, John and Mary,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of our dear Aunt Nora. We know the sadness of losing a dearly loved mother so our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
She enjoyed a very long and fulfilled life and we have many happy memories of her visits to Mahanagh.
We pray that the Lord will confort you during this sad time.
Love Vincent, Olive, Diane, Ruth & Mark Hanly

Jenny Nicewander

July 21, 2011

Mary, John and family - I have such fond memories of her fiercely guarding my Irish step dancing trophies when I was up there for a Feis one year. I knew they were in safe hands! I was sorry to hear about your loss.

July 21, 2011

To the Moran Family,

Sincere sympathy on the death of your mother Nora.

From
Marcella Sherlock, Joesph, Marian Toolan and family.

Tom Scanlon

July 21, 2011

John and Family:
I am so sorry to read of your mom's passing. She is surely in the land of the shamrocks now. My deepest condolences.

Missy Everlith

July 20, 2011

Kevin, Johnny and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you all in this difficult time.

July 20, 2011

Dear Kevin, John and Mary, We were very saddened to hear of the passing of your mom.She was definately an amazing woman and will be greatly missed. Even though time and distance keep us apart, you are always in our hearts. Our love and prayers go out to you. Sincerely, Ralph and Kari Alfano Milford, Conn.

Becky & Dan O'Connell

July 20, 2011

Moran Families,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. May all the great memories mom shared with everyone live on. Mom is not at peace with her love(Dad).

Nora Moran

July 20, 2011

Dear Mary Kathleen, Kevin and John, We are very sorry to hear of the passing of dear aunt Nora. May she rest in peace. We have lovely memories of her gentle presence, deep humanity and spirituality, sense of humour and fun, her amazing memory for people and places and even dogs!! The last time we met with her she enquired about all the locals in Mahanagh and Cloonloo. She fondly remembered every field and 'botharĂ­n' from her childhood and regailed us with many stories. Her obituary captures her spirit perfectly. She was a true Sherlock. We thank God for her long and happy life and we know she is in heaven with her sisters and husband Jim. Our thoughts and condolances are with you and the extended family at this sad time. Love Gene, Mary ,Darragh ,Eoghan & Aidan Toolan.

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