Ernest Edward Moore, Jr.
March 1, 1942 ~ February 7, 2018
BATTLEBORO - Ernest Edward Moore, Jr., age 75, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. Born in Nash County, NC on March 1, 1942, he was the son of the late Ernest Edward Moore, Sr. and Frances Burgess Moore.
Ernest was an avid fisherman. He was a member and deacon of Avalon Baptist Church and longtime member of the Gideons of Tarboro. Ernest loved spending time with his family and making those around him smile. Ernest was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, and will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Ernest leaves behind to cherish his memory, wife of 57 years, Peggy Smith Moore; sons, Ernest Edward Moore, III, Grady Allen Moore and wife, Tonya; daughters, Jacqueline Hathaway and husband, Autry, and Amanda Pruitt and husband, Derek. He is also survived by grandchildren, Kellie McBride and husband, Michael, Daniel Moore, Chasity Moore, Leanne Moore, Casey Moore, Marcus Hanlin, Christopher Hanlin, Preston Hanlin, Declan Pruitt, Amelia Pruitt; great-grandchildren, Greyson and Katelynn McBride, Jaime Norris, Landon Batten, Ayden Hanlin; sister, Dina Lancaster and husband James Ray; and many nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 2:00 PM at Avalon Baptist Church, 3227 Old Battleboro Road, Rocky Mount with Joe Price officiating. A visitation will follow the service in the Fellowship Hall of Avalon Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Avalon Baptist Church, 3227 Old Battleboro Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27801 or Gideons of Tarboro, PO Box 15, Tarboro, NC 27886.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Avalon Baptist Church
3227 Old Battleboro Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27801
Saturday 2/10, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
A Visitation will follow the service in the Fellowship Hall of Avalon Baptist Church.
Service
Avalon Baptist Church
3227 Old Battleboro Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27801
Saturday 2/10, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 2:00 PM at Avalon Baptist Church, 3227 Old Battleboro Road, Rocky Mount with Joe Price officiating.
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I am so sorry for your loss. Pa was a good man, faithful in his beliefs and values, funny, and caring. He will be missed. My prayers go out to your family for peace and healing. Love you all!
I married Allen Moore August of 2016 It was the happiest day of my life He was and at is my soul mate I gained a wonderful Mom ( Peggy) And a Dad ( Earnest Moore) I was so blessed to have him part of my life I’m so grateful that I became his Daughter. I know he will live in my Heart until we meet again.
Peggy, my prayer is with you and your family. May you feel God’s comfort at this sad time. Gwen J Moore
I am so sorry to hear about Ernest . To the family you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely Teresa J. Matthews
Peggy, I am so sorry to hear of Ernest’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time.
We are so sorry to hear about Ernest. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Jack and Prudence
Ernest has flown away on the wings of a snow white dove and we can only imagine what he is seeing right now ! God bless you Peggy and all of the children during this time. You can find peace in knowing where he is now. My prayers and love are and will be with you all.
I love you and will miss you so much but at least I know you are rejoicing in heaven with the angels
Peggy I am so sorry for your loss! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time in your lives. I enjoyed the good times we shared through the years at the family reunions. God Bless Cousin Ethel Gunn Dawson, Chesterfield, VA
Prayers and thoughts are with the family during this sad time.
Peggy, John and I are so sorry for your loss. I pray for comfort and healing for you and family during this trying time. Love you, Judy Williford
Kelly, I am so sorry to hear of your grandfathers passing. Just remember he is now walking with Jesus in heaven. He is now at home with no pains nor sickness, but living in a paradise that is promised to all that trust in the Lord Jesus and call Him as their Lord and Savior. Just remember the good times and be at peace with the knowledge that he is happy with Jesus.
We are so very sorry to hear of Mr. Moore’s passing. He was such a friendly neighbor. Our heartfelt sympathies are extended to Mrs. Moore and the entire family. – William & Stephanie Motley
Love and Prayers for the family. Mancel & Frances Crisp
Ernest was an excellent friend and loved the Gideon organization
Peggy , I am very sorry to hear about Ernest. I did not see him often over the years – at least since the boll weevil days – but it was always my pleasure when I did. I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Was so sorry to learn of my long time friend, Ernest Moore’s death.. Was so glad I got to see him at Christmas. Rest in peace my friend. My sincere sympathy to his family
I miss you so much Daddy!