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Lorraine Moran Obituary

Moran, Lorraine C. (nee Dienes), beloved wife of the late Joseph, dearest mother of Mary (Robert) Stachura, Paula (John) Lipuma, Patricia Todd, John, Thomas, Loretta, Elizabeth (Jack) Owens, Rita (Mike) Laxner, Robert (Bridget), Michael (Cheryl), Alice (Michael) Hack, Joseph Jr. (Maureen) and the late Kathleen, loving grandmother of 23 and great-grandmother of seven, dear sister of Florence, C. Thomas (Peggy), the late Vida Lu (the late Edward) Dian, Patricia (the late Charles) Becker, Walter "Bud" (Ruth) and Robert. Funeral Thursday, 9:30 a.m., from Gibbons Funeral Home, 5917 W. Irving Park Rd., to Our Lady of Victory Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Mary of Providence or the Lupus Foundation, would be appreciated. For info: 773-777-3944 or www.gibbonsfuneralhomechicago.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Sep. 13 to Sep. 14, 2005.

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Betty Barbe

September 7, 2019

I remember Lori as a wonderful person, warm, friendly, loving. She was a favorite cousin of mine. I know she is missed by many.

betty weishaar barbe

September 15, 2005

Dear Moran/Dienes family

We were sad to learn of Lorraine's passing. Both my sister, Helen, and I always loved her, she was very special to us. Lorraine was always happy and we enjoyed being with her. Even tho we haven't seen her for a while, we both thought of her often. My in-laws lived at 5300 Hutchinson street, so Lorraine always came to mind.

We will miss her and you have our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Lorraine's cousins: Helen Chapman, California and Betty Barbe

Joe Powalowski

September 14, 2005

Lorraine was the most cheerful person I have ever had the pleasure of knowing.

Molly Fosnacht

September 14, 2005

Dear Moran Family,

I remember walking to your house on many occacations as a girl looking for my grandma Esther. Mrs. Moran would greet me with a huge hug and ask me why I always rang the doorbell! She told me to just come in, her door was always open. She was a sweet woman and I remember her and my grandma's deep and cherished friendship. I am so sorry for your loss, but she is in a better place now. God Bless.

Molly

Diane Korus

September 14, 2005

Loretta:



Sorry for you loss.

Bonnie Heraty

September 14, 2005

Loretta:



My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.



Bonnie Heraty

Judy Lytle

September 14, 2005

It is with overwhelming sadness that I salute my cousin who I always lovingly called Crazy Lorraine . . . Lorraine was inspirational to me and I always wanted to grow up to be just like her -- particularly her sense of humor and her patience . . . she will be missed. My sincerest and deepest sympathy to Lorraine's family.

Liz Birch (Minogue)

September 14, 2005

Dear Moran Family,

Your Mother was one of the greastest women I ever new. The way she loved her family and friends was an honor to witness. Lean on each other during this difficult time because each other is the gift she left you.

Know she's in God's hands now.

Jo Anne Kasper-Gonzalez

September 14, 2005

Dear Dienes family..Kathy Meyers Robinson forwarded Lorraine's death notice to me and I was saddened to hear of your loss. Although over the years our paths have not crossed much, I still think of you all fondly. Special love goes out to Sis. Love, Jo Anne

Peg Minogue

September 13, 2005

Dear Moran Family,

Your Mom was a wonderful person. She loved life and the people in it. I could count on her being at our softball games cheering like a sailor as you rounded the bases. The beauty of this was, you didn't have to be a Moran - she cheered for everyone. All I can say is God must be calling up his first string players this year. Your Mom is in good company. May the comfort of your siblings and friends help you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kathy Heidkamp Minogue

September 13, 2005

To each and every one of you, please know how much your Mom will be missed. She was an incredible person who always thought of others. Another wonderful member of our neighborhood leaves us. God Bless You All. Love Kathy

Linda (Rieger) Rush

September 13, 2005

I am honored to tbe the first of many to express my love for Mrs. Moran. To all the children I give my deepest sympathy. And, to my Mom, I give a shoulder to cry on, in the loss of her dearest friend. The Belle Plaine Years were the greatest. You could set your clocks by the Friday 10AM shopping trips to the grocery store, and the daily coffee hours in Lorraine's kitchen. Even when I lived out of state, if I wanted to talk to my mom, and it was 10AM, Central Standard Time, I would instinctively dial Mrs. Moran's house. Lorraine would answer, and say, "here she is, Linda dear". I will miss that voice on the other end of the line. It is comforting to know that Kate and Mr. Moran have her in their midst now. God Bless Everyone who is feeling the loss of Mrs. Moran.

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