Troy Spence Moran's Obituary
Troy Spence Moran, 46, our beloved son, father, brother, uncle, cousin and friend unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Troy was born on October 27, 1977 and lived in Whitehall, graduating from Whitehall High School in 1996 and Western Michigan University in 2002. Troy was a true lover of life. He loved fishing, especially in Florida, running, being active, watching sports but first and foremost, he loved being a dad to his daughters, Elle and Reagan. Troy’s gift in life was putting others first as it’s been said by many he was kind to all and never met a stranger; whoever he met became a friend who felt seen and heard with each interaction. Driven by his faith in God and purpose in life, he would always challenge those around him to be the best version of themselves. It was his faith that laid the foundation for everything in his life and allowed him to bring the fruits of the spirit alive not only in his life but in the lives of others. Troy’s life was filled with the fruits of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness and discipline and he poured these gifts into everyone he met especially those during his career in education serving in 5 West Michigan school districts and also served as the foundation of who he was. These small acts resulted in big impacts. Troy’s ability to see the good in others and make meaningful connections paired with his easy-going nature, flashy smile and infectious laugh lit up family rooms, gyms, and classrooms. This ability defined who he was and how he lived his life. As we are left with huge holes in our hearts, Troy would want us to remember this: make it right with God and whoever you need to in your life, have faith and trust in the Lord and spread the fruits of the spirit to all. Left to cherish the memories of Troy are his parents, Steve and Jillene Moran of Whitehall, his daughters, Elle and Reagan Moran of Whitehall, siblings Todd Moran of Macomb and sister Rachel Moran of Seal Beach, California; and nephew and nieces, Riley, Reese, and Pfeifer. SERVICES will be held at 4:00 PM Thursday, May 2, 2024 at Shelby Road Baptist Church (4066 W. Shelby Road, Shelby, MI 49455) with Pastor Steven Lister officiating. VISITATION will be one hour prior to his service. Burial will be in Oakhurst Cemetery, Whitehall, Michigan. MEMORIALS in memory of Troy may be directed to the Ride with Pride program at Hart High School. Arrangements by the Sytsema Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 737 E. Apple Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442.
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