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Dock Moran Obituary

Mr. Dock Edward Moran, age 83, of Elkin passed away Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021 at Pruitt Health. Mr. Moran was born Feb. 12, 1938 in Greensboro to Wilbur Rudolph and Ola Thompson Moran. Mr. Moran was a member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon; Sunday School Teacher; driver with the Church Bus Ministry; and on multiple other church committees. He was also a member of Gideons International. Mr. Moran was a graduate of Jonesville High School class of 1956 and enjoyed having reunions with his classmates. He was a United States Army Veteran and retired truck driver with Central Motor Lines. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Roy Cleo Moran. Survivors include: his loving wife, Katherene Hayes Moran of the home; daughters, Cathie Bray and husband Randy of State Road, Meredith Velasco and husband Sergio of Austin, TX; grandchildren, Jake Velasco and Hannah Velasco. A funeral service will be conducted Friday, Nov. 5, 2021 at 2 p.m. at Elkin Funeral Service Chapel with Dr. Roger Hensley and Rev. Chad Whitley officiating. Burial with full military honors provided by the North Carolina Honor Guard and Yadkin VFW Post 10346 will follow in Poplar Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Poplar Springs Baptist Church, 193 Fellowship Way, State Road, NC 28676 or Gideons International, PO Box 95, Elkin, NC 28621. Online condolences may be made to www.elkinfuneralservice.com. Services entrusted to Elkin Funeral Service.

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Published by The Tribune from Nov. 2 to Nov. 3, 2021.

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Vickie Cockerham Lapp

November 6, 2021

I was so sorry to hear of Dock’s passing. I have fond memories of the family growing up at Poplar Springs Baptist Church with them. I was a part of the bus church ministry and worked with Dock over the years. I can still hear Catherine playing the beautiful piano in my head ! Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers!

Tina Lawson

November 4, 2021

Kat and Family we are so sorry for your loss. Bea Trivette and Tina Lawson

Gail Steele

November 3, 2021

My thoughts & prayers are with the entire family during this time of sorrow.

Briand and Tina Holloway

November 2, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

JoAnn Harris

November 2, 2021

Cathie and family....May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tammy Morris

November 2, 2021

Cathy I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I am praying for you and your family.

Charles and Ann Wagoner

November 1, 2021

Kat, We are so very sorry for such a great loss. Doc entertained us every time we spoke. He will be missed. Prayers for God's grace as your family moves forward

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