James E. Moran, Jr

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Edward Moran, Jr., age 81 of Pequannock, NJ.

James passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 27, 2024 while receiving the loving care of his family.  Those who knew James best affectionately referred to him as Jim.  

Jim was the younger of two children to James and Mary Moran.  He was born in Paterson, NJ and spent his formative years in Clifton before his family moved to Wayne where he attended Wayne High School.  Following Jim’s graduation from Wayne High School with the class of 1961 he held a couple of odd jobs before enlisting in the United States Army.  Jim spent six years in the Army Reserves before being honorably discharged in 1969.

In 1966, Jim accepted a position as an equipment operator in his family owned business, FP Duffy Inc. located in Lincoln Park.  Jim worked alongside his brother Fred for many years until his retirement in 2002.  

Jim lived in Wayne for many years while he was married and welcomed the births of both his children, Michele and James. In 1972 he moved to Pequannock where he has been ever since.   He was a long-time member of the American Legion Post 450 in Pequannock.  

Jim was a sports enthusiast and on occasion would take a day trip to the casino.

Jim’s love and compassion for animals was matched only by his infectious sense of humor, which could brighten any room he walked into.  Friends and family often admired how Jim could seamlessly weave a joke into a conversation, making everyone laugh.  Beneath his wonderful sense of humor, Jim’s good heart shined brightly.  His good nature was always evident in the countless acts of kindness he performed without ever seeking recognition. Whether he was cracking a joke or rescuing a lost pet, or injured animal, Jim’s life was a testament to the joy and love he spread.

He was a truly special person who touched the lives of everyone around him.  He will be sincerely missed by everyone that knew him.

Jim is survived by his daughter Michele Moran of Pequannock, NJ, his son James Edward Moran, III of Punta Gorda, FL, his brother Frederick Moran and his wife Marilyn of LBI, NJ, Naples, FL, and formerly of Wayne, NJ.  He is also survived by four nephews: Frederick Moran, Brian Moran, Daniel Moran, and Fain Moran.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim’s name may be made to St Jude’s Children Research Hospital www.stjude.org