In Memory
Rita T. (Nowak) Moran
Rita (nee Nowak), formerly of South Bend, Indiana, was born to eternal life on October 3, 2012 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of John for 59 years, loving mother of Mark (Kum Son), Brian (Nancy), Maureen (Duane) Jozwiakowski, John Kevin (Paula), Michael (Jane), Colleen, Brendan (Karen) and Julie (Albert) Dozier. Cherished grandma of Stanley, Sean, Joslyn, Charissa, Katie, Jennie, Sarah, Eliza, Emily Grace, Joshua, Henry, Kendra, Cassie, Alexa and Phoebe. Also survived by great grandchildren.
In addition to caring for eight children Rita was active in her church, including teaching CCD classes and directing the SPREAD Program with her close friend Veleta. Rita was an avid walker and an accomplished runner. Following John's first marathon in 1983, she completed the Lakefront Marathon in 1984 in a little over four hours. She also earned four awards in the Bonnie Bell. She took first place in the Irish Run in Wauwatosa three times. Rita and John also participated in the Crazy Horse Volkesmarch many times. Rita and John camped throughout the U.S., including a trip to New Mexico with their eight children. After retirement Rita and John enjoyed travels to Europe, including trips to Poland, Ireland, Italy, England and two trips to Hawaii. Now you are free to travel to all the stars in Heaven. May you forever Rest in Peace.
Sources: Ancestry.com and FindAGrave.com
08/06/2024 EJS
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