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John J. "Jack" Moran
1951 - 2025
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John Moran Obituary
Dec 4, 1951 - Aug 6, 2025
Sandusky
John J. "Jack" Moran III, DDS, 73, of Sandusky, passed away Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at his residence after a short but courageous battle with cancer.
He was born December 4, 1951, in Youngstown, and was a 1970 graduate of Ursuline High School in Youngstown. He graduated from University of Notre Dame in 1974 and The Ohio State University College of Dentistry in 1977. He began his professional career in Springfield, where he practiced for a short time. He then moved to Sandusky and established his dental practice, John J. Moran DDS, and served the community as a dentist for many years. Even after selling his practice to Dr. Crowley in 2019, Jack continued treating patients at Crowley Family Dentistry until recently, because caring for people was simply part of who he was.
He was a member of Sandusky Rotary, Plum Brook Country Club, American Dental Association, Ohio Dental Association, North Central Ohio Dental Society, and a former member of Sandusky Jaycees. He was an accomplished golfer, loved Notre Dame football, and found great joy spending time with his grandchildren. He also devoted many hours to woodcarving and treasure hunting, pursuits that reflected his patience, curiosity, and love for creating lasting memories.
He is survived by two daughters, Jamie (Scott) Kirby of Columbus and Katie (Rocky Orlando) Moran of Golden, Colorado; two grandchildren, Brooke and Willow Orlando; one sister, Maureen Dunick of Worthington; one brother, Pat (Kathy) Moran of Virginia Beach, Virginia; nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean M. Moran, in January of 2025; his parents, John J. Moran Jr. and Kathleen (Murphy) Moran; brother, Kevin Moran; and brother-in-law Chuck Dunick.
At Jack's request, cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be announced later.
Pfeil Funeral Home, Sandusky Chapel, 617 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky, has been entrusted with arrangements.
Memorial contribu-tions may be made to Sandusky Rotary, P.O. Box 717, Sandusky, OH 44871 or https://www.ismyrotaryclub.org/Donation/?BID=273&Embed=N&Style=Cards.
Condolences may be shared with family at pfeilfuneralhome.com.
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