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Kevin Moran Obituary

Raleigh, N.C. - Kevin John Moran died March 15, 2015, after an 11-year battle with multiple myeloma. He had been residing in Raleigh since June 2014. Prior to moving to North Carolina, Kevin lived in Portsmouth, Va., for more than 30 years.Kevin was born in Manchester, N.H. on Oct. 7, 1946, to Edmund J. and Catherine Hughes Moran. He graduated from Bishop Bradley High School in 1964. He attended East Carolina University on Athletic Football scholarship and served as captain of the football team freshman and senior years. He received many commendations including All Southern Conference (1966, 1967) and Honorable Mention for All-American from Associated Press (1966, 1967). He played minor league professional football 1968-71 with the Norfolk Neptunes of the Atlantic Coast Football League. He was inducted in the East Carolina University Hall of Fame in 1977.Kevin obtained a master's degree in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University with a concentration in administration. He worked with the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice from 1970-2005, serving as a probation officer, probation supervisor, chief of staff, deputy director and director. Kevin enjoyed hiking, running, working out at the gym, reading, watching movies, ECU Football and the Patriots. He was proud of his Irish heritage and was happy to have been able to visit Ireland and see the land where his family originated.Kevin is survived by his wife, Sharon Hamrick Moran; daughter Lauren Cochran (Chad); and granddaughter Scout Cochran, brother; Brian Moran; sister, Jane Hunter (Ed); sister-in-law Emma Moran; uncle John Mullen; and many beloved nephews, nieces and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents; brother Edmund Moran Jr.; and special Aunt Dorothy Mullen. Kevin's sense of humor, commitment to justice, and love for his family will be missed.Memorial services will be held at a later date in North Carolina, Virginia and New Hampshire. Donations may be made in Kevin's memory to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, North Carolina Chapter, Suite 200, 401 Harrison Oaks Blvd., Cary, N.C. 27513.

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Published by Union Leader on Mar. 26, 2015.

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Lauren Cochran

April 25, 2015

We will be holding memorial services in NC in May, New Hampshire in August, and Virginia in October. If you are interested in attending, please email [email protected]

Sean Markey

March 31, 2015

Lauren,

When I arrived at Trinity High School (formerly Bishop Bradley) some 15 years following your dad, people, mostly associated with the football program but even away from that field, spoke of your dad in respectful tones. Being a much younger cousin of his, those stories made me proud. His appeal was wide and ranging, yet his humility was a constant. In fact, about a month ago I met with one of his old coaches from Bishop Bradley on a civic matter and not long into it he drifted into the Bradley days, and Kevin, and again the football part of it but also about the person he was. Need not ramble on about his attributes, except he was a gentleman. That was the person I came to know when I grew older. And his family. Your family... Cannot not say enough about your grandparents and your aunts and uncles. Though I was young, the memories make smile. Quite a family!

I've a framed black/white picture of your dad that was given me long ago by your grandfather. Think I may have been a sophomore at Trinity. Still have, and hanging. When time allows, contact me. Aware you probably have plenty but still right I share with you. Remember looking at on occasion and attempting to draw from it. Then, it was to match his prowess on a football field - LOL... as if that was possible. However, away from a football field and knowing what I knew of him and the stories I had heard, did strive to conduct myself in a manner similar to his - a good person to all, whether they be friend or those only just meeting.

God Bless Kevin, and peace to you and family.

Sean
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Arlene Brown

March 29, 2015

To Sharon and the other members of Kevin Moran's family. I am truly sadden to hear of Kevin's passing. He was my director at the NJ&D Court. Yet he was more than that because he provided me with many opportunities to grow professionally. He will be missed by all who knew him. May God bless and keep in your hour of sorrow and that you will find solace knowing that others care. Blessings,

Karen Cobb

March 28, 2015

We have lost a wonderful friend, and our hearts go out to his family.
It was our honor and privilege to have had him a part of our lives.
Kevin was an amazing man in everything he did, and we know he impacted many lives in a positive way as a result.

DONALD MANOLY

March 27, 2015

TO THE MORAN FAMILY,
MY SINCERE SYMPATHY / SADNESS FOR YOUR LOSS OF KEVIN AKA BUGSY. KEVIN WAS A CLASSMATE OF MINE AT BBHS. HE WAS A YEAR AHEAD OF ME HOWEVER, HE WAS ALWAYS THERE TO SAY HELLO TO AN UNDER CLASSMEN. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM FOR HIS BROAD SMILE AND FRIENDSHIP.
GOD BLESS HIM AND GOD BLESS HIS WIFE AND FAMILY. I WILL KEEP ALL OF YOU IN MY DAILY PRAYERS
GOD SPEED!!
DONALD MANOLY

March 27, 2015

Kevin was a friend,a classmate and a football teammate at BBHS I missed him at our 50th reunion by a day.My sincere condolences. Dennis O'connor

Fredda Griffin

March 27, 2015

To Sharon and your family. My heart is still very heavy from hearing of his death. He was my #1 boss after working by his side for 25+ years. He is what you call a "Very Good Man" and will never ever forget him. Love you.

paul downey

March 27, 2015

Whether as a friend, a team mate or a rival on the field, Kevin was a stalwart a man of character. I have many fond childhood memories of our interactions the glory days of Saint Joe's getting busted up on the chinese tackle field surrounding Mush as he launched his daily projectile toward Barkie. Bugs, you were often in my thoughts, always in my prayers. Competing against you made me a better man. Brian may be the number one East Carolina fan in Manch but I have always been number two. Go Pirates! My condolences, Brian. I share your sorrow and your grief.
Paul Downey

March 26, 2015

Thank you for your remembrances of Kevin! We appreciate them.
Lauren, Kevin's daughter

Sean Markey

March 26, 2015

Noticeably strong, but as much, kind. How I remember. God rest you, cousin - Ar dheis De go raibh a anam ...

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