Paul Wayne Moore
March 27, 1948 ~ February 16, 2023
NASHVILLE - Paul “Wayne” Moore, 74 of Nashville, NC passed away on February 16th after a very brief battle with pancreatic cancer. A Nashville native, he was born on March 27, 1948 to the late Paul and Doris Moore. After graduation from Nashville High School he attended Louisburg College, Campbell College, and graduated from Wesleyan College with a Business Degree.
Wayne enjoyed a 36-year long career as Assistant County Manager for Nash County retiring in 2012. Always a forward visionary for county growth and development, he oversaw the construction of the Nash County Office Building in 1999 and spearheaded efforts for the Nash County Farmers Market permanent structure. His knowledge and history of the county was extensive. His love of the county was not only evident but contagious. During his career he was twice awarded The Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the highest award for state service by the Governor.
Growing up in a small, idyllic town setting allowed for many shenanigans and adventures which he fondly recalled with family and friends throughout the years.He is survived by his wife Gaye, daughter Arrington of Morehead City, NC, her friend Hunter Brafford and his best buddy, his grand dog, Riggins. He is also survived by a brother Steve (Lynn) Moore, niece, Wimberly (Trey) Braswell, and nephew, Ben Moore (Ray Parisi).
A private memorial service will be held and the family will receive family and friends at the home to celebrate Wayne’s life on Tuesday, February 21st from 5-8pm.A heartfelt thanks to Bobbi Brown with Community Hospice for her kind and compassionate care.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Nash County Animal Shelter, 921 First Street Extension, Nashville, NC 27856.
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.
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Our condolences. May you all have peace.
Wayne was a great cousin who loved his family.
Jimmy Westbrook
Gail Wheless
With deepest sympathy, Wayne was a good person a good wise man a very well respected man
With deepest sympathy,
Sincerest condolences in the loss of your dear father, Arrington.
I got to know Wayne when we were neighbors in Atlantic Beach. He was a friendly & genuine person. When we moved a few canals back, I always enjoyed calling out & waving to him whenever we went by in our boat. And he always waved back. I will miss him. My thoughts & prayers are with you, Arrington.
Gaye, Arrington and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing.
Wayne was a good man and a good friend. He was always a delight to be around.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
May he rest in peace.
Wayne was such a sweet and caring person, our thoughts and prayers are with Gay and the entire family at this very difficult time .
Rand and Ann Ward
Gaye,
So sorry to hear of your recent loss. Betty and I are in Colorado but you will be in our thoughts and prayers and know that the many great memories of your years together and the love of our Heavenly Father will sustain you in the years ahead.
Sincerely,
Neal Adkins
Thanks for being a good friend since high school and a fun guy. This tree is for you, Wayne!
Q: How did you meet Paul?
A: When Marilyn and I moved our family to Nashville in the Fall of 1986 we were welcomed by a gracious and loving community like none we had experienced before nor since. By the love of God, I was immediately adopted by a group of home-grown guys, one being Wayne, that treated me as if I was a Nash County native. Each had their uniqueness; many with nicknames; and all with stories unbeknown by their parents ,or spouse, or, in some cases, each other. Lots of practical jokes; all delivered with kindness. If someone within this group desired details a/k/a gossip Wayne was the man. Wayne was a gifted judge of character. He knew who, what, when and how to get results. Within moments of a brief conversation (interrogation), all with that infectious smile on his face, Wayne would have details, others only desired. You might say a regular ole Sheriff Andy Taylor.
There was an occasional Saturday golf game and, as usual while exiting the 18th green, Wayne would repeatedly declare he was quitting the game. No more golf. Finished. Done— only to show up for the next game. Well , it seems that an advertisement appeared in the Nashville Graphic stating “Golf Clubs for Sale”—Disgruntled golfer selling clubs, bags, balls, and size 10 1/2 shoes. Call XXXX”. Potential buyers were calling a surprised Wayne. As he began to seek the identity of the originator of this prank, I was told that he actually pointed the finger towards —–our preacher —–who played with us occasionally. To this day, I’m not sure Wayne knows the author but I’m certain it was not the preacher!
What a wonderful guy. Wayne got me involved in numerous community projects. By witnessing the master at work I have a better understanding of Nash Co. people, their politics, their motivation and their behavior. He knew everyone. He was paid by the county but he had a genuine love and pride for the Town of Nashville. He wanted everyone to succeed—-what a wonderful guy.
With Love,
Willie and Marilyn Hargrave
Condolences to the Moore family on Wayne’s passing. He always had a kind word and smile when I would see him on occasions.
F.D. Brown
Winston-Salem
To the family of Wayne Moore,I am so so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. I extend my thoughts and prayers to each of you especially to Steve. I love you Steve and your wonderful wife and God will take care of you. Mary Helen Pendleton ❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏