Obituary for Richard "Dick" James Moriarty
Surrounded by the love of his family, as well as the voice of Willie Nelson, Dick passed away peacefully at 88 years of age on June 23, at WRH-Ouellette Campus. Beloved and deeply admired husband of Mary (nee Murray) for 62 fulfilling years. Proud and devoted father of Sean & Jackie, late Erin (1982), Katie (Greg Latour), and Daniel. Cherished “Da” and role model to Conor (Erin), Patrick, and Liam.
Predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Lilly Moriarty, and brothers Edward (Florence) and Jack (Marie). Born April 22, 1933, in Rochester, NY, Dick came to Windsor to attend Assumption College in 1953, becoming a professor of Human Kinetics at the University of Windsor and teaching from 1956-1998, while also serving as Athletic Director for almost 30 years. Earning degrees from Assumption College, Wayne State University, and The Ohio State University, he also was awarded for his mentorship and teaching abilities, inducted into the Windsor-Essex Sports Hall of Fame, and received an honorary doctorate from the University of Windsor.
In 1982, along with Mary, they founded the Bulimia Anorexia Nervosa Association (BANA) as a response to grief, compassion for others, and to fill a gap in services for those with eating disorders and their families. In addition to his kind heart, Dick will be remembered for his undiminishable spirit, whether it be through his dedication to education after failing the first grade or his continual overcoming of physical limitations after suffering a stroke in 1994.
Thanks to the ParaMed PSW’s, especially Theresa, Jennifer, Bill, Berta, and Elizabeth, as well as the doctors, especially Dr. Laing and Tremblay and the nursing staff at WRH-Ouellette particularly Catherine, and Melise, for their sensitive and empathetic care.
If you so desire, memorial donations to the Richard Moriarty Scholarship Fund at the University of Windsor or BANA would be appreciated by the family.
On Monday, June 28, 2021, reservations, and personal face coverings are required to attend visitations from 3-4:25p.m. and 7-9p.m. with Parish Prayers at 4:30p.m. at Families First (3260 Dougall Ave., 519-969-5841). On Tuesday, June 29 reservations and personal face coverings are required to attend the Funeral Mass at Assumption Parish (350 Huron Church Rd.) at 10:40a.m. A private interment at Assumption Cemetery will follow. On Tuesday, a livestream link of the Mass will be available here on Dick’s online profile (www.FamiliesFirst.ca), where you can also reserve your time for visitation or seat for Mass (or RSVP by calling directly), share memories, photos, or make a donation.
Please take some time to read more about Dick in these articles:
Richard Moriarty's Obituary on the Windsor Star
Lancers mourn the loss of Dr. Dick Moriarty
Dick Moriarty (1933-2021), University of Windsor athletics director
BANA Historical Article
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Predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Lilly Moriarty, and brothers Edward (Florence) and Jack (Marie). Born April 22, 1933, in Rochester, NY, Dick came to Windsor to attend Assumption College in 1953, becoming a professor of Human Kinetics at the University of Windsor and teaching from 1956-1998, while also serving as Athletic Director for almost 30 years. Earning degrees from Assumption College, Wayne State University, and The Ohio State University, he also was awarded for his mentorship and teaching abilities, inducted into the Windsor-Essex Sports Hall of Fame, and received an honorary doctorate from the University of Windsor.
In 1982, along with Mary, they founded the Bulimia Anorexia Nervosa Association (BANA) as a response to grief, compassion for others, and to fill a gap in services for those with eating disorders and their families. In addition to his kind heart, Dick will be remembered for his undiminishable spirit, whether it be through his dedication to education after failing the first grade or his continual overcoming of physical limitations after suffering a stroke in 1994.
Thanks to the ParaMed PSW’s, especially Theresa, Jennifer, Bill, Berta, and Elizabeth, as well as the doctors, especially Dr. Laing and Tremblay and the nursing staff at WRH-Ouellette particularly Catherine, and Melise, for their sensitive and empathetic care.
If you so desire, memorial donations to the Richard Moriarty Scholarship Fund at the University of Windsor or BANA would be appreciated by the family.
On Monday, June 28, 2021, reservations, and personal face coverings are required to attend visitations from 3-4:25p.m. and 7-9p.m. with Parish Prayers at 4:30p.m. at Families First (3260 Dougall Ave., 519-969-5841). On Tuesday, June 29 reservations and personal face coverings are required to attend the Funeral Mass at Assumption Parish (350 Huron Church Rd.) at 10:40a.m. A private interment at Assumption Cemetery will follow. On Tuesday, a livestream link of the Mass will be available here on Dick’s online profile (www.FamiliesFirst.ca), where you can also reserve your time for visitation or seat for Mass (or RSVP by calling directly), share memories, photos, or make a donation.
Please take some time to read more about Dick in these articles:
Richard Moriarty's Obituary on the Windsor Star
Lancers mourn the loss of Dr. Dick Moriarty
Dick Moriarty (1933-2021), University of Windsor athletics director
BANA Historical Article
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Click here to view the funeral service for Richard "Dick" James Moriarty live from home.
If the link does not work on your system, please copy and paste the following address in your web browser: https://youtu.be/lfA8UvGn93k