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John L. Moreci
John L. Moreci "Jay", 75 of Woodstock, VA, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, May 29, 2015. Mr. Moreci was predeceased by his parents, Vincent J. Moreci and Marjorie D. Moreci. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Joan Palumbo Moreci; his sister Carolyn Parmalee; three daughters, Laura M. Farrell (Tony); Sharon M. Gormas (Michael) and Jennifer M. Hershberger (Kiah May) and son, Mark V. Moreci as well as his 10 grandchildren, Lucy and William Farrell; Nina, Francesca and Hayden Gormas; Madeline, Matthew and Nathan Hershberger; and Alexander and Jackson Moreci. Born in Baltimore, MD, Mr. Moreci grew up in Alexandria, VA, and graduated from George Washington High School in 1957. He attended Georgetown University before serving as a reservist in the Air National Guard. Mr. Moreci began his professional career with Bell Telephone and later enjoyed a 27-year career with the Smithsonian Institution, where he rose through the ranks to the position of Division Director of Communications and Transportation Services before retiring in 1996. He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church for 37 years and the Woodstock Lions Club. The Moreci family will receive friends at 5 p.m. on Monday, June 1, with Rosary beginning at 6 p.m. at Omps Funeral Home, 1600 Amherst Street, Winchester, VA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, June 2, at 10 a.m. at St. John Bosco Catholic Church, 315 Main St., in Woodstock, VA. A private burial will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John Bosco Outreach, 315 N. Main St., Woodstock, VA 22664.
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Memories and Condolences
for JOHN MORECI
Marcia Evans
May 25, 2025
Forever the gentleman
Marcia Evans
May 25, 2023
It´s hard to believe 8 years have passed ; I can still see his wonderful smile and gentlemanly manners.
Marcia Evans
May 25, 2022
Joan and family,
I still remember our youth and good times shared with Jay and others who left us too soon.
Marcia Evans
May 25, 2020
Wishing you loving memories of
53 years well spent.
Mary Augusta Thomas
June 3, 2015
Dear Joan and the entire family,
From Oakcrest Drive (still), we are sending our sympathy and prayers for you. John was a neighbor and a SI colleague, we both have good memories.
Sincerely,
Mary Rosenfeld Thomas and George Thomas
Marilyn Simmons
June 2, 2015
June 2, 2015
Dear Joan,
I am so very,very sorry to learn of Jay's death. The last I heard from Mary was that you had moved to Winchester and were building a new house. I guess I am too much of a loner these days. Jay was such a nice person and, I am sure, a good husband and father. My sympathies to you and your family. Best wishes.
Michael League
June 2, 2015
Joan, we are sorry to hear of the passing of John. I had the pleasure of working with him during my 22 years at the Smithsonian, the last 15 years as his supervisor, in the old BMD and OPLANTS. I enjoyed his knowledge and sense of humor. He will be missed.
Al and Laura Frappollo
June 2, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of Jay's passing and that we learned of it too late to attend the funeral. Our prayers are with your family. He was a lovely man and we know he will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace. God bless.
Esther, Charlie, and Allie Miller
June 2, 2015
Joan and Sharon (and the rest of the family), Allie and Charlie join me in extending our condolences to you. Jay helped make Grandkids' Camp a lasting memory for all of us. His humor and his deep concern for others will live on in our hearts.
Michelle Gooch
June 2, 2015
Joan & Family...I am saddened to hear of John's passing. John's lively personality has been missed since his retirement from the Smithsonian and he is often spoken of and remembered with fondness. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ron Keeler
June 1, 2015
Joan,
I am so very sorry to learn of Jay's passing. Please accept my most sincere
condolences.
June 1, 2015
Joan and Family - Sincerely sad to hear about John. We shared many years at the Smithsonian and the Telephone Company. He was always in my thoughts and I will keep you all in my prayers. Sincerest Sympathy
Ann Gilstrap - Fort Washington, MD
June 1, 2015
Joan:
Marlene and I are so sorry of the passing of Jay. You and Jay were one of the first families we met at St. John Bosco. I enjoyed playing golf with Jay.
Our condolences to you and your family. May God Bless you and your family.
The Flessate's
May 31, 2015
Joan......we were very sad to learn of Jay's passing. Our families go back a long time with a lot of wonderful memories. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you, Laurie, Sharon, Jennifer and Mark.
Carolyn Steinberg
May 31, 2015
Joan - I am so sorry for your loss - I am sending my prayers and thoughts to you and your family to help you get through this difficult time. Warmest - Carolyn (Mason) Steinberg PS- Please tell Carolyn I think of her often
Marcia Evans
May 31, 2015
Sadly I have learned of Jay's death. My husband and Jay were school friends and kept in touch for many years. I remember Jay's wonderfully warm smile. My heartfelt sympathy to Joan and family during this sad time.
Mary Tanner
May 31, 2015
I heard about John at Blessed Sacrament today. My heart goes out to Joan and the family. He was a valuable long-term manager at Smithsonian, my supervisor for several years, and a friend. He will be in my prayers.
Darlene Jensen-Walker
May 31, 2015
Joan, Laura, Sharon, Jennifer and Mark, I wish we could be there with you to celebrate the wonderful life of Jay. You know how special he was, and you all are to our family. Blessings and Love, Darlene and the Jensen Family
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