Thomas Moran Obituary

Name: Visitation for Thomas Moran
Start: 2020-01-05T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2020-01-05T21:00:00.000Z
Location: Eley Funeral Home & Crematory - Wapakoneta

WAPAKONETA — Thomas E. "Tom" Moran, Sr., 83, of Wapakoneta, died 1:24 p.m., Sun. Dec. 29, 2019, at Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima., surrounded by his family. He was born June 6, 1936, in Glynwood, OH, Auglaize Co., the son of Frank J. & Alodia R. (Zink) Moran, who preceded him in death. On Oct. 15, 1955, he married Judith "Judy" Fromm, in St. Gerard Catholic Church, Lima, and she survives. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in 2015.

Other survivors include, 5 sons, Steven (Ahries) Moran, Bellefontaine, OH; Thomas Moran Jr., Edward (Vicki) Moran,

Mark (Jessa) Moran, all of Wapakoneta; Daniel (Kellie) Moran, St. Marys, OH; a daughter, Margaret "Peg" (Michael) Lange, St. Henry, OH; 13 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 2 step-grandsons, & 2 great great granddaughters; a brother, James (Ada) Moran, Celina, OH; numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a son, Michael Moran, 2 infant great grandsons, Owen Moran & Max Lange, 3 siblings and spouses, Patrick (Mary) Moran, Frank (Joan) Moran, and Betty (George) Miller.

Tom worked at Superior Tube Co., Wapakoneta, and later retired from Moran Refrigeration, St. Marys. He was a 1955 graduate of St. Joseph High School, Wapakoneta. Tom was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta, where he served as an usher and gift bearer. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council #1272, Wapakoneta. He was also a 4th degree member of the of St. Gasper del Bufalo #825, Minster, OH, and received the K of C Patriotism Award in 2013. Tom was a member of Brands Lake Fishing Club, the Sons of the American Legion, and a 50-year member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Aerie #691, all of Wapakoneta. He enjoyed fishing, camping, playing cards, casino trips, working outside, and in his younger years, playing golf.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Mon. Jan 6, 2020, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wapakoneta, with Rev. Jarred Kohn officiating. Burial is to follow in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Wapakoneta. The family will receive family and friends 2-4 & 6-8 p.m., Sun. Jan. 5. and 9-10 a.m., Mon. at the Eley Funeral Home & Crematory, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta. Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Joseph Catholic church or the charity of the donor's choice. Condolences may be expressed at www.eleyfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.

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Published by The Lima News from Dec. 31, 2019 to Jan. 1, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Moran

4 Entries

January 6, 2020

Judy & Family, Shane & I are saddened by the passing of Tom. We have good memories of living beside you on Pearl St.and Tom's antics! The loss of a spouse & father is one of the hardest things we face.We know your faith will help you through this time. Sue & Shane Pfenning

Denny Moran

January 3, 2020

Dear Aunt Judy,

I am sorry we can't be there for Uncle Toms service. Our prayers are with
you and the family.

Denny and Linda Moran

James Harrison

January 2, 2020

Judy and Family - my sympathy. It was indeed my pleasure knowing Tom throughout my life. He earned my sincere respect as a good and gentle person to everyone. A hard worker and always there to help out at Church and beyond. May he rest in peace and may his many wonderful memories sustain all of you during this very difficult time. Jim Harrison

December 31, 2019

John Doty