James J. Moran, 96 of Larksville, has left this world on Friday evening, January 21, 2022, to find peace with those who have passed before him.

Born July 28, 1925 in Larksville, he was the son of the late James V. and Margaret (Mullarkey) Moran.

Jim was a graduate of St. Vincent’s High School, Plymouth and was Owner/Operator of James J. Moran & Sons roofing for over 70 years. He was a member of All Saints Parish, Plymouth, The Knights of Columbus, Council # 11901, and was member of Murgas Amateur Radio Club.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 56 years, the former Lillian Povicki in 2005, sisters Mary Moran, and Marguerite Carlon, Brother Edward Moran, granddaughter Jill Tongol.

Surviving are his children, James Moran and his wife Barbara, Larksville, Maureen Evans and her husband Lee, Forty Fort, Carol Van Fleet and her husband Ron, Fleetville, Margaret “Peggy” Williams and her husband Thomas, Shavertown, John Moran and his wife Jacqueline, Larksville and Dr. Joseph Moran and spouse Mike Durso, Larksville 17 grandchildren 18 grandchildren Great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Jim’s family would like to thank Dr. Maria Mera, Devon Munley, PA-C, the nurses and nurse aides at River Run, Kingston, for their care and compassion.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. John the Baptist Church, Larksville, PA, at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in St. Vincent’s Cemetery, Larksville.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Corcoran Funeral Home Inc., 20 South Main Street Plains, PA 18705.

Memorial donations may be made to the Charity of one’s choice in James’ memory.