Shrewsbury – Marjorie (LaBoffa) Moran, “Margie,” 89, formerly of Harriet Avenue, Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully on May 8th at UMass Medical Center in Worcester after an illness.
She leaves her children, Patricia McCarthy (Michael) of Tequesta, Florida; Michael Moran (Patti) of East Brookfield; Paul Moran (Kathy) of Holden; Kathleen Albert (Don) of North Berwick, Maine and Edward Moran (Greta) of Marietta, Georgia; a sister, Janice Messina (Buster) of Spencer, grandchildren, Lauren, Megan, Kyle, Tyler, Katie and Travis; great grandchildren, Cade and Cole; several nieces and nephews, and step grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Edward Moran, sister Nancy Quintin and brother Edward LaBoffa.
Margie was born in Worcester, daughter of the late Joseph LaBoffa and Evelyn Kittredge. She graduated from Commerce High School in 1950 and lived in Shrewsbury for 60 years.
Margie married the love of her life, Ed, in 1952. Together they raised their 5 children with an unwavering love and affection. Her love of family and her generous, fun-loving nature were evident in everything she did. She looked forward to hosting large annual summer pool/volleyball parties along with holiday and birthday celebrations. In their later years, Ed & Margie spent many winters in Tequesta, Florida and enjoyed traveling extensively with friends and family.
Marge was an avid mahjong player for over 50 years playing as often as possible with the “Mahjong Girls” right up until recently. She was an avid reader, enjoyed cooking, playing golf, bridge, dominos, Uno, and any games that would bring family together for some fun and laughter. She was a faithful member of Saint Mary’s Parish in Shrewsbury and a long-time member of the Daughters of Isabella.
Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend visiting hours at the Chiampa Funeral Home, 5 Church Road, On the Common, Shrewsbury on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 from 4-7 P.M. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Mary’s Church, 640 Main Street, Shrewsbury. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery, Shrewsbury.
One of Marge’s final wishes was to have everyone attending her funeral and celebration of life “party” to wear colorful attire. Her favorite color was green.
Memorial donations in her honor may be made to the Make-a-Wish Foundation at https://wish.org/.
