Patricia Ellen Moran

July 6, 1923 – December 9, 2013

Patricia E. Moran peacefully passed away at her home in Bend on December 9, 2013, at age 90.

She was born in Galesburg, Illinois, to Harry and Nelly (Bailey) White on July 6, 1923. She grew up in Wyoming, Illinois, and graduated from Wyoming Community High School. She married Patrick Moran on December 28, 1946, and together they had one child.

In 1955, the family moved to Martinez, California. Patricia worked for the Painters Union in Martinez, for 25 years where she was an instrumental part of the Union Administration.

She was a devout member of St. Catherine of Sienna Catholic Church in Martinez, and then a member of St. Francis of Assisi once she moved to Bend, OR, in 2002. Pat loved reading and taking care of her pets and, above all, spending time with her friends and family.

Pat was preceded in death by her husband; Patrick Moran as well as two siblings, Robert and Nellie Anne. She is survived by her son, Jim Moran and spouse, Ellie Musgrove of Bend, OR; her sister, Bea Colgan and husband, Mark of Westfield, IN.

Baird Funeral Home of Bend is in charge of arrangements. 541-382-0903. www.bairdmortuaries.com

A memorial will be scheduled in California in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Pats name to the Humane Society of Central Oregon 61170 SE 27th St, Bend, OR 97702.