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▰ James E Moran, Jr

Died January 26, … More Information
James E Moran, Jr , born April 8, 1915 passed from this life on January 26, 2004 in Bedford, New Hampshire. James was 88. Tags: #Born #Boston #James #Bertha #Moran #Bedford #High #Northeastern #Bentley #During #Force #Goodrich #Footwear #Little #Mary #Patricia #East #Chuck #Christian #Seton #Meetinghouse #Highland #Dover #Memorial #Child #Family #Ruth #Manchester #Lambert #Crematory
Obituary: James Ed Moran Jr., 88, of Bedford died 26, 2004 at Community Hospice House in Merrimack after a brief illness. Born in Boston, MA on 8, 1915, he was the son of James and Bertha (Sheehan) Moran. He lived in Bedford for many years. He was a graduate of Boston Latin High School. He then attended Boston and Northeastern University before graduating from Bentley in 1940. During World War II he served in the US Air Force as a statistical control officer. Mr. Moran retired from BF Goodrich, Footwear Division where he had worked for 30 years. He enjoyed badminton, tennis, baseball and hockey and had coached Little League baseball. He was married to Mary (Mooney) Moran who died in 1993. The family includes two children, Patricia Graham of East Sandwich, MA and Chuck Moran of Bedford and six grandchildren. A memorial mass of Christian burial was celebrated 30, 2004 in St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 199 Meetinghouse Rd., Bedford. Burial was in Highland , Dover, MA. Memorial donations may be made to Child and Family Services, ATTN: Ruth Zax, P.O. Box 448, Manchester 03105. Lambert & Crematory, 1799 Elm St., Manchester assisted the family with arrangements.

▰ George J Moran

Died May 17, … More Information
George J Moran, born June 30, 1946 went into the presence of the Lord on May 17, 2017 in New Hampshire. George was 70.

▰ Ernest J Moran

Died October 22, … More Information
Ernest J Moran, born July 1, 1917 was anxious to meet his Maker and Master October 22, 2012 in Keene, New Hampshire. Ernest was 95.
Family members and close friends: , Frank Henderson

▰ Emily L Moran

Died May 04, … More Information
Emily L Moran, born December 21, 1931 was anxious to meet her Maker and Master May 4, 2018 in Keene, New Hampshire. Emily was 86.

▰ Edward J Moran

Died March 27, … More Information
Edward J Moran, age 71 of Manchester, New Hampshire, entered eternal life March 27, 2005.
Obituary published: March 28, 2005 in "Manchester U-L"

▰ Doris C Moran

Died November 17, … More Information
Doris C Moran, born August 2, 1933 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home November 17, 2014 in Pembroke, New Hampshire. Doris was 81.

▰ Catherine Monaghan Moran

Died July 22, … More Information
Catherine Monaghan Moran, born September 26, 1925 gained her wings on July 22, 2011 in Manchester, New Hampshire. Catherine was 85. Tags: #John #Born #Manchester #Patrick #Delia #Monaghan #Fields #Irish #Catherine #School #Central #Prior #Travelers #Ward #King #Parish #Kays #Diocesan #Womens #Prime #Senior #Month #Mother #Ladies #Order #Hibernians #Grand #Parade #Family #Nashua #Joseph #Port #Kevin #Stephen #David #Kathleen #Whitham #Richmond #Joanne #Gonzales #Ireland #York #Jersey #Florida #Michigan #Hampshire #Moe- #Mary #Doherty #Margaret #Peter #Mass #Christian #Seton #Meetinghouse #Bedford #Monastery #Precious #Bridge #Church #Fund #Beech
Obituary: Catherine P. Kay Monaghan Moran, 85, died 22, 2011 at a local health care facility after a period of declining health. She was the wife of the late John F. Moran who died 14, 2008. Born in Manchester on 26, 1925, she was the daughter of Patrick J. and Delia (Reddington) Monaghan. She was the youngest of six children. Kay grew up in The Fields section of the city and remained true to her Irish heritage. Catherine attended the former McDonald School, class of 1939 and Central High School, class of 1943. Prior to retirement in 1979, she had worked for Travelers Insurance for 20 years having filled the rolls of supervisor and marketing assistant. She was active in the citys old Ward 5 where she was Ward clerk from 1953 to 1973. She also served on the School Board for 12 years from 1961 to 1973. Kay was an active worker for the former Gov. John King campaign and was also a lifetime member of the former St. Anne Parish. Kays love for the parish lead her to volunteer on several church committees including the parish council, Diocesan school board, the 100th, 125th, and 150th parish anniversaries, and the annual St. Patricks Day dinners. She also served as president of the St. Annes Womens Guild and in of 1996 was honored as Prime Time Senior of the Month where she had also spent 13 years volunteering in the pastoral care department. In 1999, she was awarded the Mother Frances Ward award for outstanding Irish Catholic by the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians and in 2009 was selected by the A.O.H. and L.A.O.H to be Grand Marshall of the annual St. Patricks Day Parade. She will be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to many. She lovingly shared her life with her community and her service was but an extension of her faith and love of people. Family members include her brother John F. Monaghan of Manchester; nephews, John Doherty of Nashua and Joseph Doherty of Port Sanilac, MI, Kevin, Stephen, and David Monaghan, all of Manchester; nieces Kathleen Doherty Whitham of Richmond, NH, and Joanne Monaghan Gonzales of Manchester; five grandnephews, four grandnieces; two great-grand nephews and a great-grandniece; many relatives in Ireland, New York, New Jersey, Florida, Michigan, and New Hampshire. She also leaves behind her dear cat Moe-Moe. She was predeceased by three sisters, Mary Monaghan Doherty, Ann Monaghan, Margaret Monaghan, and a brother, Peter J. Monaghan. The funeral Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on , 25, 2011 in St. Elizabeth Seton Church, Meetinghouse Road, Bedford. Burial followed in St. Joseph , Bedford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Monastery of the Precious Blood, 700 Bridge St, Manchester, NH or to the St. Anne-St. in Church Building Fund, 383 Beech St, Manchester, NH 03103.

▰ Blanche T (Jones) Moran

Died February 09, … More Information
Blanche T (Jones) Moran, of New Hampshire, born in Brooklyn, New York, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home February 9, 2002. Blanche was 69.
Obituary published: February 10, 2002 in "The Citizen"

▰ Barbara Moran

Died August 17, … More Information
Barbara Moran, born February 1, 1933 went to be with her Lord and Savior August 17, 2017 in New Hampshire. Barbara was 84.

▰ Anne J (Mcdonald) Moran

Died March 23, … More Information
Anne J (Mcdonald) Moran left this earth on March 23, 1999 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Manchester, New Hampshire.
Obituary published: March 24, 1999 in "Boston Globe (MA)"

▰ A Marjorie Moran

Died February 04, … More Information
A Marjorie Moran, born July 10, 1923 went into the presence of the Lord on February 4, 2013 in Keene, New Hampshire. Moran was 89.

▰ Arcadio Jr Moralez

Died January 20, … More Information
Arcadio Jr Moralez, age 38 of Manchester, New Hampshire passed away January 20, 1997.
Obituary published: January 21, 1997 in "Manchester U-L"

▰ Nellie (Mingotti) Morales

Died April 10, … More Information
Nellie (Mingotti) Morales, age 92 of New Hampshire, born in Boston, Massachusetts, departed this life Sunday April 10, 2004.
Obituary published: April 11, 2004 in "Manchester U-L"

▰ Nellie (Mingotti) Morales

Died April 09, … More Information
Nellie (Mingotti) Morales, of New Hampshire, born in Boston, Massachusetts, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home April 9, 2004. Nellie was 92.
Obituary published: April 10, 2004 in "Manchester U-L"

▰ Mia Elizabeth Morales

Died October 16, … More Information
Mia Elizabeth Morales, 0, of Laconia, New Hampshire, left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home October 16, 2006.
Obituary published: October 17, 2006 in "The Citizen"

▰ Gilbert Christopher Morales

Died September 15, … More Information
Gilbert Christopher Morales, 52, of Dover, New Hampshire gained his wings on September 15, 2005.
Obituary published: September 16, 2005 in "Portsmouth Herald"

▰ Carmen Morales

Died January 13, … More Information
Carmen Morales, born October 31, 1976 entered the Kingdom of Heaven January 13, 2017 in Manchester, New Hampshire. Carmen was 40.

▰ Anthony Brian "Tony" Morales

Died May 14, … More Information
Anthony Brian "Tony" Morales, of New Hampshire, born in Glendale, California, entered the Kingdom of Heaven May 14, 2000. Anthony was 40.
Obituary published: May 15, 2000 in "Concord M"

▰ John Joseph Morale

Died November 05, … More Information
John Joseph Morale, age 86 of New Hampshire, born in Vermont, entered Heaven's gates on November 5, 2004.
Obituary published: November 06, 2004 in "Manchester U-L"

▰ John Joseph Morale

Died November 05, … More Information
John Joseph Morale, of New Hampshire, born in Waterbury, Vermont, went into the presence of the Lord on November 5, 2004. John was 86.
Obituary published: November 06, 2004 in "Caledonian R (VT)"

▰ Mrs Daisy Moraitis

Died July 18, … More Information
Mrs Daisy Moraitis, born May 20, 1916 died on July 18, 2015 in Berlin, New Hampshire. Mrs was 99. Tags: #Berlin #Hampshire
Obituary: Mrs. Moraitis was born on May 20, 1916 and passed away on , 18, 2015. Mrs. Moraitis was a resident of Berlin, New Hampshire at the time of passing.

▰ Antonio D "Tony" Morais

Died November 03, … More Information
Antonio D "Tony" Morais, of Epsom, New Hampshire, entered Heaven's gates on November 3, 1997. Antonio was 85.
Obituary published: November 04, 1997 in "Concord M"

▰ Joseph Jr Morabito

Died August 22, … More Information
Joseph Jr Morabito, age 18 of New Hampshire, born in Worcester, Massachusetts, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord August 22, 2000.
Obituary published: August 23, 2000 in "Worcester T-G (MA)"

▰ Joan Marie Morabito

Died January 18, … More Information
Joan Marie Morabito, born April 16, 1942 entered Heaven's gates on January 18, 2016 in Marshfield, New Hampshire. Joan was 73.

▰ Gladys M (Bishop) Morabito

Died January 05, … More Information
Gladys M (Bishop) Morabito, of New Hampshire, born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, died on January 5, 2003. Gladys was 86.
Obituary published: January 06, 2003 in "The Citizen"

▰ Marco Tulio Mora, Jr

Died August 23, … More Information
Marco Tulio Mora, Jr , born February 16, 1943 passed from this life on August 23, 2015 in Madison, New Hampshire. Marco was 72.

▰ Nancy E (Loranger) Moquin

Died July 27, … More Information
Nancy E (Loranger) Moquin, 66, of Manchester, New Hampshire, entered the Kingdom of Heaven July 27, 2004.
Obituary published: July 28, 2004 in "Manchester U-L"

▰ Nancy E Moquin

Died July 27, … More Information
Nancy E Moquin, born May 29, 1938 passed from this life on July 27, 2004 in Manchester, New Hampshire. Nancy was 66. Tags: #Born #Manchester #Harry #Flora #Loranger #Pandora #Fashions #Society #William #Moquin #Charleston #Andover #Kathy #Deerfield #Richard #Northeast #Bedford #Robert #Tommy #Marc #Pete #Doris #Jenson #Judy #Virginia #Susan #Mass #Christian #Church #Belmont #Mausoleum #Goffstown #Memorial #American #Route
Obituary: Nancy E. (Loranger) Moquin, 66, of Manchester died 27, 2004 at Catholic Medical after a long illness. Born in Manchester on May 29, 1938, she was the daughter of Harry and Flora (St. Onge) Loranger. She was a lifelong resident of Manchester. Mrs. Moquin worked at Pandora Knitted Fashions in Manchester for many years. She had been a member of St. Marie Society. The family includes her husband of 47 years, William R. Moquin of Manchester; three children, Bob Moquin of Charleston, SC, Tim Moquin of Andover and Kathy Fosher of Deerfield; six grandchildren; six brothers, Richard Loranger of Northeast Erie, PA, Harry Loranger Jr. of Bedford, Robert Loranger of Manchester, Tommy Loranger of Bedford and Marc Loranger and Pete Loranger both of Manchester; four sisters, Doris Gordon of Jenson Beach, FL and Judy Pratte, Virginia Simoneau and Susan Loranger all of Manchester; aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated 30, 2004 in St. Anthony Church, 172 Belmont St., Manchester. Encryptment followed in Mt. Calvary Mausoleum, 474 Goffstown Rd., Manchester. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 360 Route 101, Bedford 03110

▰ Lee Lightfeather Moquin

Died April 26, … More Information
Lee Lightfeather Moquin, of New Hampshire, born in Springfield, Massachusetts, entered eternal life April 26, 2001. Lee was 62.
Obituary published: April 27, 2001 in "Manchester U-L"

▰ Jeannette "Jean" Moquin

Died August 11, … More Information
Jeannette "Jean" Moquin, of New Hampshire, born in Chelsea, Massachusetts, entered eternal life August 11, 2003. Jeannette was 92.
Obituary published: August 12, 2003 in "Manchester U-L"

▰ Jeannette "Jean" Moquin

Died August 12, … More Information
Jeannette "Jean" Moquin, age 92 of New Hampshire, born in Massachusetts, entered the Kingdom of Heaven August 12, 2003.
Obituary published: August 13, 2003 in "Manchester U-L"

▰ Helen T Moquin

Died October 24, … More Information
Helen T Moquin passed away October 24, 2012 in New Hampshire. Tags: #Manchester #Joseph #Yvonne #Gelinas #Bedford #Association #Americaine #Atty #Seton #Carmelite #Missionary #American #Auxiliary #Disabled #Veterans #Granite #Chapter #Harry #Norman #Fernand #Marie #Biron #Gertrude #Andrew #Mass #Christian #Mount #Precious #Monastery #Bridge
Obituary: Helen T. Moquin, 89, of Bedford, died 24, 2012 after a period of declining health. She was born in Manchester 22, 1923 to Joseph and Yvonne (Caron) Gelinas. She had been a Manchester resident for many years before moving to Bedford in 1959. Helen graduated from local schools and had worked at the Association Canado Americaine and for the late Atty. Robert C. Laing. She was a communicant of St. Elizabeth Seton parish in Bedford. She was also a member of the Carmelite Guild and the Missionary Rosebushes of St. Therese. In addition she was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 54, and a life member of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary, Granite State Chapter #2. She was married to Harry A. Moquin, who died in 1994. Family members include two brothers, Norman L. Gelinas of Bedford and Fernand G. Gelinas of Manchester; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by three siblings, Marie Ange Biron, Gertrude F. Lavoie, and Andrew E. Gelinas. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on , 27, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, Bedford. Burial followed in Mount Calvary , Manchester. Memorial donations may be made to the Precious Blood Monastery, 700 Bridge St., Manchester, 03104

▰ Flora S (Stokes) Moquin

Died March 21, … More Information
Flora S (Stokes) Moquin, age 95 of Manchester, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully March 21, 2001.
Obituary published: March 22, 2001 in "Concord M"

▰ Flora S (Stokes) Moquin

Died March 21, … More Information
Flora S (Stokes) Moquin, of Allenstown, New Hampshire, entered eternal life March 21, 2001. Flora was 95.
Obituary published: March 22, 2001 in "Manchester U-L"

▰ Cecile (Lefebvre) Moquin

Died March 26, … More Information
Cecile (Lefebvre) Moquin, 87, of New Hampshire, entered the Kingdom of Heaven March 26, 2002.
Obituary published: March 27, 2002 in "Milford C P"

▰ Catherine Moquin

Died January 23, … More Information
Catherine Moquin, born July 25, 1922 was anxious to meet her Maker and Master January 23, 2013 in Manchester, New Hampshire. Catherine was 90. Tags: #Britain #Shepton- #George #World #British #Service #Ireland #Manchester #American #Authority #Catherine #Steven #Post #Bedford #Blessed #Church #Irish #Adelard #Moquin #Sean #Padraig #Cornelius #Teresa #Thomas #Eileen #Mary #Venice #Florida #Kathleen #Houston #Patrick #Denise #Hollis #John #Liam #Patricia #Pittsfield #Kevin #Helen #Concord #Norah #Seamas #Marta #York #Bridget #Texas #William #Bernadette #Joseph #Breda #Mass #Christian #Mausoleum #Goffstown #Memorial #Alzheimers #Suite
Obituary: Catherine Kitty (Naughton) Moquin, 90, of Manchester, died 23, 2013 at the Elliot Hospital after a long illness. She was born in Kilmallock, Limerick, Ireland on 25, 1922 to William and Nora (Delea) Naughton. She emigrated to Britain in 1939, where she attended nursing school. She lived for several years in Shepton-Mallet and met her husband, George, a sergeant in the U.S. Army during World War II. During the war, she worked for the British Civil Service. In 1945, she returned to Ireland where her first child was born. She moved to Manchester in 1946, where she raised a family of seven of whom she was always proud. She became a proud American in 1951, but ever remained a daughter of Ireland. In later years, she worked for the Manchester Housing Authority. Catherine was a member of the Steven Buswell Post # 54 in Bedford and a communicant of Blessed Sacrament Church in Manchester. As a young lady, she played the piano and the violin and won awards in Irish step dancing. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting and all things Irish. She was proud of her Irish heritage and had visited Ireland many times since moving to Manchester. She was predeceased by her husband, Adelard George Moquin in 1984, a son, Sean Moquin in 2008, and eight siblings: Padraig ONeachtain, Cornelius Naughton, Teresa Varilone, Thomas Naughton, Sean Naughton, Eileen Naughton, Mary Naughton and Mary ODonnell. The family includes six children: A. Christopher Moquin of Venice, Florida, Kathleen Moquin of Houston, TX, Patrick Moquin and his wife, Denise, of Hollis, Eileen Chandonnet and her husband, John, of Manchester, Liam Moquin and his wife, Patricia, of Pittsfield and Kevin Moquin and his wife, Helen, of Concord; 11 grandchildren and many great grandchildren; six siblings: Norah Hickey and her husband, Thomas and Seamas Naughton and his wife, Marta, all of New York, Bridget Naughton of Texas, William Naughton and his wife, Mary, of Florida, and Bernadette Blake and Joseph Naughton and his wife, Breda, all of Ireland; and many nieces and nephews. Friends and family will remember her for her bright Irish smile, her love and care for those close to her, and her strong sense of values and faith. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on , 28, 2013 at Blessed Sacrament Church, 14 Elm St., Manchester. Committal prayers followed at Mt. Calvary Mausoleum, 474 Goffstown Rd., Manchester. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimers Association, 5 Bedford Farms Dr., Suite 201, Bedford, NH 03110, or to the charity of your choice.

▰ Anastasie Marie (Boisvert) Moquin

Died July 14, … More Information
Anastasie Marie (Boisvert) Moquin, age 91 of New Hampshire, born in Massachusetts, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 14, 2005.
Obituary published: July 15, 2005 in "Manchester U-L"

▰ Anastasie M Moquin

Died July 13, … More Information
Anastasie M Moquin, born October 10, 1913 died July 13, 2005 in Manchester, New Hampshire. Anastasie was 91.

▰ Robert F Moote

Died September 17, … More Information
Robert F Moote, born August 12, 1941 passed from this life on September 17, 2017 in Lempster, New Hampshire. Robert was 76.

▰ Craig Derek Moote

Died December 11, … More Information
Craig Derek Moote, born May 6, 1965 was anxious to meet his Maker and Master December 11, 2014 in Claremont, New Hampshire. Craig was 49.

▰ George Mooshian

Died January 10, … More Information
George Mooshian, of New Hampshire, born in Lawrence, Massachusetts, went to be with the Lord on January 10, 1999. George was 76.
Obituary published: January 11, 1999 in "Eagle T (MA)"

▰ Charles E Dr Moors

Died March 05, … More Information
Charles E Dr Moors, 86, of Rochester, New Hampshire departed this life March 5, 2001.
Obituary published: March 06, 2001 in "FostersDD"

▰ Patricia Moorman

Died February 13, … More Information
Patricia Moorman, born May 1, 1920 departed this life Sunday February 13, 2010 in Bedford, New Hampshire. Patricia was 89. Tags: #North #Bedford #American #Bridgewater #English #Falmouth #While #First #Church #Grange #Plough #Russia #Lauris #Merrimack #Jennifer #Brenda #Matthew #Private #Scholarship
Obituary: Patricia Moorman, 89, of Bedford, NH died 13, 2010 at the Arbors of Bedford after a long illness. Born in Jamestown, OH on May 1, 1920, she was the daughter of Howard and Flossie (Ritenour) Moorman. She lived in North Falmouth, MA over 50 years before moving to Bedford in 2005. She earned masters degrees from American International and Bridgewater State . She taught English in the Falmouth school system for over 40 years. While in North Falmouth she was in the choir at the First Congregational Church and was a member of the Grange Hall. She coached girls basketball in college. As a member of Plough Shares, she helped build a peace park in Russia. She was an avid gardener. The family includes a niece, Lauris Simon and her husband, Ian, of Merrimack, NH; two great nieces, Jennifer Bray and Brenda Victor; and a great nephew, Matthew Fox. Private burial will be in North Falmouth at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made to the Scholarship Association of Falmouth, P.O. Box 369, Falmouth, MA 02541

▰ Robert J Moorhead

Died February 05, … More Information
Robert J Moorhead, of New Hampshire, born in Owosso, Michigan, entered Heaven's gates on February 5, 2019. Robert was 72.
Obituary published: February 06, 2019 in "OwossoArgus (MI)"

▰ Sterling A Moores

Died October 24, … More Information
Sterling A Moores, of New Hampshire, born in Maine, died on October 24, 2002. Sterling was 69.
Obituary published: October 25, 2002 in "FostersDD"

▰ Sterling A Moores

Died October 24, … More Information
Sterling A Moores, age 69 of New Hampshire, born in Maine, passed away peacefully October 24, 2002.
Obituary published: October 25, 2002 in "Bangor D-N (ME)"

▰ Roger K Moores

Died April 03, … More Information
Roger K Moores, age 70 of New Hampshire, born in Massachusetts, passed away peacefully April 3, 2005.
Obituary published: April 04, 2005 in "The Citizen"

▰ Roger K Moores

Died April 01, … More Information
Roger K Moores, of New Hampshire, born in Melrose, Massachusetts, entered eternal life April 1, 2005. Roger was 70.
Obituary published: April 02, 2005 in "Manchester U-L"

▰ Richard C "Charlie" Moores

Died July 05, … More Information
Richard C "Charlie" Moores, age 86 of New Hampshire, born in Chelsea, Massachusetts, went into the presence of the Lord on July 5, 2001.
Obituary published: July 06, 2001 in "J Tribune (ME)"

▰ Richard C "Charlie" Moores

Died July 05, … More Information
Richard C "Charlie" Moores, of New Hampshire, born in Massachusetts, passed away peacefully July 5, 2001.
Obituary published: July 06, 2001 in "Boston Globe (MA)"
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