VOORHEESVILLE — Michael W. Moran, a Vietnam veteran who enjoyed fishing and hunting, died on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, after an extended illness. He was 83.

He grew up in Voorheesville and graduated from Voorheesville’s high school in 1961. He served in the United States Navy in Vietnam on the USS Harry Hubbard.

“Mike lived in Broadalbin, New York for a number of years and belonged to the Fish House Gun Club,” his family wrote in a tribute. “Later, he moved back to Voorheesville to help care for his parents. 

“He retired from Xerox as a service technician and then worked for Loomis after retirement.

“Mike enjoyed fishing trips to Canada and hunting in the Adirondacks and Canada. He and his brother Tim went on hunting and sightseeing trips to Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming.

“He was a member of the Voorheesville Rod & Gun Club where he was president for several years.  His niece and nephews all remember wonderful vacations at Sacandaga Lake and the Poconos with him and the rest of the family.”

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Michael W. Moran is survived by his sister, Nancy Whichard (Bill) and family; his brother, Tim Moran (Cindy) and family; and his friend, Albina Murphy.

His parents, John and Florine (née Woodruff) Moran, died before him.

Graveside services were held on March 27 at the Gerald B. H. Solomon National Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the New Scotland Food Pantry, 25 Mountainview St., Voorheesville, NY 12186.