Thomas Henry Moran

Thomas Henry Moran, age 80, of Las Vegas, Nevada passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2021. Thomas was born March 4, 1940 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Hospital of the Protestant Episcopal Church.to Rear Admiral Henry George Moran, United States Navy (deceased) and Helene Josephine Quinn (deceased) He was married on October 16, 1971, to Grace Miriam Saint George at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Chapel in Kings Point, New York. She passed away on November 22, 2012.

Thomas , Tenafly High School, Tenafly, New Jersey, graduated in June, 1958; BA Degree Columbia College in New York June, 1962, Major in Economics; MBA Degree Columbia Graduate School of Business, January, 1971, Major in Business Economics.

Thomas served in the Military: U.S. Navy May 1963 – May 1969, United States Naval Training Command Great Lakes, IL 1963-1964, Mare Island Training School on AN-SPG 55B Radar 1964, U.S.S. Dahlgren DLG-12 1964-1968, USS Biddle DLG 34 1968-1969.

His occupation, International Economist (retired), U.S. Department of the Treasury, Foreign Credit Reporting System Manager and Data Administrator.

Organizations Thomas belonged to , Boy Scouts of America 1951-1962; Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity, Life Member since 1971; Knights of Columbus (KofC), Washington Council No. 224, member 1974-2005, Grand Knight 1984-1985; District of Columbia State Council KofC, State Secretary 1989-1990; KofC St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council No. 10442 2005-2007, Financial Secretary 2006-2007; St. Anthony of Padua Council No. 14544 2008-2021, Charter Membership Director 2008-2012; Father O’Callahan 4th Degree KofC Assembly member since 2005; Nevada State Council Awards/Reports Chair 2009-2015, Communication Chair 2010-2015; National Rifle Association, Life Member since 1966, Endowment Member since 2004, Benefactor Member since 2012; Catholic War Veterans of the U.S.A, Our Lady of Peace Post 1947, Las Vegas, NV, Treasurer 2006-2021; National Treasurer 2014-2015; Catholic Veterans of Nevada Charity Foundation, Treasurer 2012-2021; Scottish-American Military Society Post 777 2009-2015, Life Member July 2010; Post 711 2015 to 2021

Awards: Boy Scouts of America: Eagle Scout with Bronze Palm, 1958; Explorer Silver Award Medal, 1959; Columbia College Varsity “C” in Heavy Weight Crew, 1962, U.S. Navy Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Service Medal (Second Award), Meritorious Unit Citation 1968; Letter of Commendation USS Biddle DLG 34 1969, Honorable Discharge U.S. Navy, 1969; Columbia Graduate Business School Service Award, 1971; U.S. Department of the Treasury Albert Gallatin Award June 2005; Catholic War Veterans National Award for Dedication to Veterans Administration Voluntary Service, August 2010; Catholic War Veteran of the Year 2014.

church affiliation, Saint Anthony of Padua, Roman Catholic Church, Las Vegas, Nevada

Thomas is survived by his (6 children) Miriam T. (Moran) Ramos, Thomas M. Moran, Grace E. Moran, Maria H. Moran, Elizabeth C. (Moran) Grillo, Angela B. (Moran) Murphy; Son-in-law Sean Murphy, Daughter-in-law Marlyn Saray Ramos, granddaughters Erin and Katie Murphy. Grandson Rocco Ramos, Granddaughter Katie Ramos.

He was fearless and loved to try new things. We took him golfing for the first time just after his 80th birthday. Well into his 70’s he went sledding with us down Mt. Charleston. He believed in keeping his mind sharp and was learning Spanish, French, Italian and even Ancient Greek.

He was in a Duolingo battle for first place in his division with someone he swore “plays the game 24/7”. He was so addicted to Duolingo that while in the hospital last year recovering from heart surgery, he called Maria to log in and maintain his streak. Dad had 131088 XPs on Duolingo. That’s really a lot!

He was never afraid of new technology and used computers, cell phones and other devices as well as someone half his age.

He loved his Big Fish Mystery search and find games which gave him hours of enjoyment. When his grandchildren visited, they would help him with the puzzles and finding the hidden objects.

He was devoted to his organizations taking on roles that no one else dared to volunteer for and did an amazing job at them. He loved all the parties the organizations held. He loved to dance and rocked a kilt like no one else.

Although legally blind in one eye, he loved to practice shooting and was always willing to teach anyone who wanted to learn.

He prided himself on making the perfect breakfast and even texted pictures of his amazing omelets to his children.

He loved to fish after moving to Vegas but alas, never caught anything so he called it “casting practice”. He did however catch tons of fish on the Wii gaming system he played with his daughters.

His daughter, Grace, always hounded him about taking his pills so he would shout out in the morning and night, “I’m taking my pills” and Grace would shout back “Good job Daddy”. Living in a house with his daughters he loved his male bonding movie nights with his son-in-law Mike.

Dad was a movie buff and had some favorites: Pretty Woman, Cyrano de Bergerac, The Bells of St. Mary, Going My Way, The Gods Must Be Crazy, Love Potion #9, Lethal Weapon (the entire series), Star Wars (ditto), Doom, Crocodile Dundee, Horatio Hornblower, Down Periscope and The Hunt for Red October come to mind as ones he watched frequently.

He always remembered everyone’s birthday and other important events with Jackie Lawson cards. He was probably one of the earliest subscribers and has been sending them for years.

Daddy had the most wonderful laugh. Even if you were in a bad mood or sad, once daddy started laughing you couldn't help but join in.

He taught his son, Tom, how to be a true gentleman through his actions, words and example. Tom will miss him dearly until we are all reunited on judgement day. His daughter-in-law, Barbara, expressed that he was an amazing father-in-law and she could ask for no one better. He was an amazing person.

He was devoted to his wife, Grace, even years after her passing and was the most amazing, loving, giving and caring Dad to his children and grandchildren

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.palmcheyenne.com for the Moran family.