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Barbara Moran Obituary

Barbara Ann Moran Passed away peacefully on November 13, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Kevin Vincent Moran; devoted mother of Jan Dennison (Tom), Mike Moran, Joan Biller (Tim), and Julie Amoroso (Phil); loving grandmother of Jennifer Voight (Ben), Anthony Moran, Kevin Moran, Sean Dennison, Colleen Biller, Ryan Dennison, Johnny Biller, and Emma Amoroso; loving great grandmother of Brandon Moran. Native of San Francisco and 3rd generation San Franciscan, who was born and raised in Saint John's parish, where she was a life-long parishioner. Proud resident of the Glen Park District. Barbara graduated from St. John's grammar school and St. John's Ursuline High School, where she served as the Prefect of the Sodality of Mary. Friends may visit Thursday after 6:00pm and are invited to attend the Vigil Service Thursday 7:00pm and the celebration of the Funeral Mass Friday 11:00am ALL AT St. John the Evangelist Church, 19 St. Mary's Ave. SF. Committal Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma. Donations may be made to St. Mary's Hospital, 450 Stanyan St., SF 94117.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Nov. 14 to Nov. 15, 2011.

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Annamaria Pardini

November 25, 2011

Dear Moran Family: We were just talking about making a trip to Surrey Street to see your Mom and the old neighborhood when we learned the sad news. Mom (Jeanne Pardini Sanders) is so thankful that she was able to have an impromptu visit with your Mom and Julie a couple years ago on a visit to Surrey Street. I have fond memories of playing four square in your drive way and remember your Mom peeking out to make sure we were all okay or to call Joan into dinner. We send our condolences and ask God to bless your family during this difficult time and always. Annamaria Pardini, Jeanne and Robert Sanders

Deborah Bartholomew

November 22, 2011

Dear Jan, Mike, Joan and Julie,
I was so sad to hear of your mom's passing. She was a wonderful woman. I'm happy I was able to have known her all those years I was growing up. She was always happy to see me and always had a smile on her face. I will miss her. Debbie Bartholomew

Vince Maguire

November 20, 2011

Dear Moran Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was always very kind to me and all us kids in Glen Park. Though I had not seen her in in years, I will always remember her as an extremely kind and caring woman. It's a honor to have known her. May she rest in peace.

Virginia Burns(Montanez)

November 18, 2011

Dear Moran Family....I consider your parents one of the best people God put on this earth. They always showed love and kindness to anyone they met. Barbara always took the time to stop and say "hello" and converse with her neighbors and parish family. Please know you are in our prayers and your mom is at peace. Your mom and dad are making a new home in Heaven. Bless you!

Margaret McAlindon

November 17, 2011

Dear Moran family,
I was so sorry to hear about your mom. I remember her and your dad so fondly at St. John's. In fact I was going through some old photos and I found one of me and Kevin in front of St. John's school.
God Bless all of you, mom and dad are together.

love to all

Margaret McAlindon

Nora Archambeau

November 17, 2011

Dear Cousins,

Your mom always had a bright smile and kind words for me each time we met. She always supported what I was doing and I am very grateful to her for that. Aunt Barbara and Uncle Kevin raised a wonderful family that continues the legacy with great children! I know my mother, your Aunt Rafala, is watching over us all, and I hope they will meet soon in Heaven. Love and blessings, Nora

Tina Moore (Amora)

November 16, 2011

Thank you for being a part of my childhood. You'll be truly missed. I'll always remember your smile, Mr. Moran for teaching me to ride a bike and your beautiful Julie for the long lasting childhood memories that I'll hold close to my heart forever. May you rest in peace.

November 16, 2011

Barb...Mrs. M. All the fun names I called you. We had a close and joyous relationship. All the laughing and smiling we would do. Your door was always open to us young crazy girls and the theme parties. And of course we wanted you at every one of those parties, rocking on. You were such a great sport. When I picture you in my mind I always see that radiant smile. You are one of kind and will never be forgotten. I am so glad I got to see you one last time when Julie was home. I am honored you got to meet my daughter. It was all supposed to work out that way. Love you lots.
Dana and Abrianna De Ranieri

Krista Foster

November 16, 2011

Dear Moran family, My thoughts are with you. I will always remember Barb's kindness and gracious warm-hearted spirit. She always made me feel welcome in her home. The world needs more people like her. She will be deeply missed.

Martcia Calvillo-Sampson

November 16, 2011

To The Moran Family, I feel blessed that I will always have your Mom as part of my childhood memories at St. John's as well as your father. Your Mom will be deeply missed and will live on in the hearts of everyone who loved her. I'm sorry for your loss

Mary Vella Gomes

November 15, 2011

Words cannot begin to express the sadness being felt by so many. But the memories of your mother's beautiful smile and her laughter will stay with me forever. The Morans have been family for most of my life and I am so blessed to have had her there to share the laughter and the tears. She is missed and loved. The world has lost a special lady. May you find comfort in knowing how much she and your dad were loved and that they are now together watching over you.

Barbara Moran

November 15, 2011

November 15, 2011

Mrs. Moran, you were always a classy lady, with a great positive attitude. Your smile always lit up a room and put smiles on all our faces. You will be forever missed, but never forgotten. You and Kevin hold a special place in our hearts.
Our deepest sympathy to Jan, Mike, Joan and Julie.

The Sanchez Family

Mickey Whitsitt

November 15, 2011

To all my cousins,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom and my Aunt Barbara. I will miss our talks to catch up on all of you. She has been such a comfort to me and to just listen to her voice gave me serenity. I Love her very much and I will pray for each of you as well as her. God bless you and know how much I love you too.

Love,
Mickey

Kathleen Archambeau

November 15, 2011

Dearest Janie, Michael, Joanie and Julie,
Your mom loved you all so much...it shows in who all of you have become -- wonderful, kind, joyous, contributing people in the world. We will miss Aunt Barbara's faithful presence, but know that she will be forever in yours and our hearts. Love, Cousin Kathleen

karen clark

November 15, 2011

To the Moran family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was such a beautiful and lovely lady. Her smile will missed but her love for life will be with us all now during this difficult time and forever.

Helen Dennison Hebert

November 15, 2011

The East Coast Dennisons always enjoyed spending time with Barbara. Her beautiful smile light up the room. My dear brother, Tom, never had an unkind word to say about his mother-in-law. She was a gracious woman who will be missed by many.

Ray Scarabosio

November 15, 2011

Mike and family, your Mom and Dad were proud to call Glen Park "home", for those of us from the "Park", you could not help but meet the Mayor and First Lady of the neighborhood, they were always involved around the park or St. John's....trust me on this, they were loved by all!

Gail Tominac-Bashlor

November 15, 2011

I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. May you find comfort in your memories and know that your Mom and Dad are together again. God Bless your family.

Gail Tominac-Bashlor

Julie Moran

November 15, 2011

what beautiful comments about my mom.My mom loved you all.What a wonderful role modle and example she was.Mom is my best friend and her and my dad our angels in heaven.She was the best mom in the world and my hero.I love you mom more than words can say.

Julie moran

November 15, 2011

It means the world to us to read these beautiful comments about my mom.My beautiful mom was a wonderful role model.We love you all and are blessed to have you in our life.My mom loved you all.What a amazing woman she is,my hero and best friend.I love you mom more than words can ever say.You are our angel with dad now.

November 14, 2011

Mrs. Moran , always with the beautiful smile, kind words and real faith. Brought happiness to my life and a deep understanding of what a good family should and could be. You and Mr. Moran where and always will be the two people in my life that I have admired the most . Your smiles become my smiles when I think of and remember you. With love Lorraine { Johnson } Ortiz.

Anna Rainsford

November 14, 2011

We love you Mrs. Moran. Never will I foget you. You will be remember by your beauty, kindness, loving, and a wonderful Mom. Your memory will be eternal forever.

November 14, 2011

Mike, Janice, Julie & Joanie, Your mom was a mother to Rob. We miss her very much. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time. Your mother was a loving and caring person and will always be in our hearts and thoughts. Mrs. Moran we will always love you and you will be missed forever by us and all who knew you.

Love you all, Rob & Janine Roach, Pacifica, CA

Michael Montanez

November 14, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss. Barbara was a truly special person. I will miss her warm smile and always good nature. I always enjoyed talking with her, her stay positive attitude will be missed by many...I take solace that she is with Kevin again...

Laura Burry

November 14, 2011

Barbara, thank you for all of your kindness, you will missed. To the Moran Family: Words cannot express the sympathy I feel for you. I love all of you very much. I pray that God gives you strength during your time of sorrow.

Gina Fabiano

November 14, 2011

Dearest Ma. Thank you for all the wonderful memories! You are the sweetest most loving person I have ever been blessed to know. Thank you for always loving me and opening your heart to me and letting me be a part of your wonderful family! My prayers are with you always!

Tita & John Mahoney

November 14, 2011

John and I have been married for 47 years. We have four daughters and we all adored Barbara.
She was never without that beautiful smile and uplifting attitude. Our love and condolences to her family. Tita & John Mahoney (and family)

heather woodiwiss

November 14, 2011

You will be missed deeply by our family. You were such a wonderful person. Our prayers go out to Julie and the rest of the family. We offer great sympathy for you at this time.

Elaine O'Rourke

November 14, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss, Moran Family, but I'm very pleased that your dear, sweet mother is at rest in the loving arms of God. Your mom always made me feel very special. What a great lady!

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