STAMFORD, Vt. — Nicole M. Moran, 32, of Oklahoma City, Okla., passed away on March 27, 2020.

She was born on March 8, 1988, to Michael and Karen (McKinney) Moran. She grew up in Clarksburg, Mass., and attended Clarksburg Elementary School and then Drury High School in North Adams, Mass. Growing up, she enjoyed playing softball and basketball and played on local youth teams. Later, she became an avid fan of NASCAR and the New England Patriots, attending many events with family and friends.

Nothing meant more to Nicole than family, the love and loyalty she had for her parents, siblings, niece and nephews was like no other. She brought joy and laughter to everyone around her. She was passionate in her beliefs, and truly unforgettable to everyone she met. Nicole was a firecracker and always spoke what was on her mind.

She was employed at the Regional Health Clinic in Oklahoma at the time of her death. Previously she had been employed at Opus Prime Steak House also in Oklahoma City. She attended classes in dog obedience and planned to advance her training in this.

Nicole is survived by her parents; one brother, Dennis Moran, two sisters, Kelly Connor of Stamford and Holly Jean Moran and her fiance David Monterosso of Pittsfield, her significant other, James Murphy of Oklahoma City, Okla.; one niece, Cordelia Moran; three nephews, Myles Wojnicki, Hunter Connor and Christian Monterosso; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

She was predeceased by her brother, Shaun T. Moran; and a niece Sophie Wojnicki.

Funeral notice: The funeral for Nicole Moran will be Saturday August 1, 2020, at 10 a.m. at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St., North Adams, Mass. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery. A calling hour will be held Saturday morning from 9 to 10 a.m. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.