Patrick J. Moran
Patrick J. “P.J.” Moran, age 70, of Downers Grove. Cherished husband of Cheri. Loving father of Kristie, Macaire, Jill (John Eber) and Molly (John) Liepins. Devoted grandfather of Brandon, Colin, Sean, Matthew, Nate, Tristan and Teagan. Dear brother of Robert, Phillip (Liz) and Mary Sue (Tom) Kelly and beloved uncle to many.
PJ was a loving inspiring and extraordinary husband of 50 years. Proud father to four wonderful daughters; cherished grandfather to the seven best grandkids in the world; selfless friend to many. He was a man who loved to wear many hats: police officer, CPA, CFO, shotgun sports aficionado, self-taught chef and aspiring sommelier. His favorite role may have been that of a welcoming and gregarious host and master story-teller (Irish seanachaÍ).
Visitation 3-9 p.m. Wednesday Feb. 20th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301 75th St., Downers Grove. Prayers 9:15 a.m. Thursday from the funeral home to Christ the Servant Church, 8700 Havens Dr., Woodridge, for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network appreciated. Funeral info 630-964-6500
PJ was one of the finest men that I’ve known. I was honored to be his friend for most of our adult lives.
Cheri and family, our prayers and love go out to you in this difficult time.
PJ will be sorely missed. His smile, infectious laugh, and generous and caring nature will live forever in the hearts of the many he touched in such a positive way.
Love,
Jack and Dena Fortini
Susan and I have been friends with PJ (and Cheri) since the beginning of college, and our families have stayed in contact over the years. This loss is difficult for all of us to make sense of.
We have lost one of the best story-tellers of all time–I can’t tell you how many times I have laughed until I cried listening to PJ put his spin on a story. You will be sorely missed, my friend.
Our love and thoughts to Cheri and the girls–we are here for you.
Joe and Susan Atkinson