Keith R. Moran

Keith R. Moran, 90, of Sellersville, PA and formerly of Leon Valley (San Antonio), TX, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 17, 2025.

Born on September 15, 1934, in Wakefield, Michigan, was a proud Texan, devoted family patriarch, and accomplished military officer. Born in Wakefield, Michigan, he was valedictorian of Baraga High School’s Class of 1952 and later earned a degree from Hampton Institute. He also studied Serbian at the Monterey Language Institute early in his military career, ranking second in his class.

At 20, Keith enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, serving for 24 years, including two tours in Vietnam, where he was awarded the bronze medal. He specialized in intelligence and was stationed at seven bases before retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel in San Antonio. After retirement, he worked as an analyst for government contractors. In a surprising chapter of his life, he briefly modeled for Bill Blass suits, appearing in commercials and fashion shows.

Keith cherished his time spent creating trails at Isle Royale National Park as a young man, believing it helped shape him. He was a pillar at his church, a man of strong faith and loved cantering and singing in the church choir. In his free time, he found joy in fishing, sports (anything with a ball), crossword puzzles(in pen), Jeopardy (he always knew the answers) and being with his extended family and friends.

Keith was not only admired for his professional achievements but also for his personal virtues. He was known for his unwavering integrity, kindness, compassion and he always left things better than he found them. Keith's legacy is one of strength, resilience, and love. He instilled in his family the values of hard work, perseverance, and the importance of seeing the glass half full. His stories of service, adventure, and family were cherished leaving a lasting impression on all who knew him.

Keith lived in Leon Valley for 60 years. In addition to his parents, Louis A. and Rose (Carriere) Moran, he is preceded in death by his wives: Joni (Simonson) Moran and Yolanda (Bartoli) Moran; daughter, Karen Lowe; grandson, Adam Sawyer; son-in-law, Galen Moffett; and his siblings: Olivine Chaput, Louis A.Moran Jr., Phyllis Dutton, Delores Ethington, Anita Nevala, Barbara Whatley, and his twin Kenneth Moran.

Keith will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Patricia (Gilliland) Moran; his children: Judy Whatley (Mark),Mary Moffett, Pamela Moyer Hager (Christopher), and Scott Chamberlain (Kelsey Payton); his grandchildren: Ryan Wurz, Sara De La Cruz (Vincent), Ashley Whatley, Grant Moffett (Emmy), Emily Moffett, Cory Hager, Jane Payton, Scott Jules Payton, and Amanda Lama (Adrian); six great-grandchildren: Freya, Arya, Willow,Jaelynn, Grayson, Oliver, and Aubrey; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 13, 2025, at St. Brigid Catholic Church, 6907 Kitchener Street, San Antonio, TX 78240, with a Rosary beginning at 9:30am, followed by a Memorial Mass--in the sanctuary--at 10:00am.

Interment--with military honors--will follow at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

Arrangements are in the care of C.R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., Quakertown.