Willie Moore

July 19, 1945 - November 2, 2019

Willie Moore was born in Lawtey, FL on July 19, 1945. He was the youngest boy of 10 siblings born to Jessie James Moore, Sr and Charlie Mae Moore. On September 25, 1971, Willie married his wife and forever bride, Gail White Moore in West Palm Beach, FL. From this union were born three children, Christopher Michael Moore, (wife, Crystal), Marcus Antonio Moore, and Shaundrania Monique Moore Connelly. In addition to the children of their union, Willie was also a father figure to his nephew Austin Royce Turnquest. Willie leaves seven surviving siblings: Clara Moore Walker, (James Walker) Jimmie Moore (wife Lola), Beatrice Moore Baker, Rosa Lee Moore Flucas, Robert Moore (wife Patricia), Queen E. Moore Richardson, (James) and Minnie Moore Phillips. Siblings who preceded Willie in death are Jessie James Moore Jr. (wife Dorothy), Leroy Moore (wife Willie May) Willie began his career with Winn-Dixie in Cocoa, FL in 1969. After two years, Willie relocated to Palm Beach County, FL, where he continued as an employee with Winn-Dixie, progressively working in various positions until being promoted to Meat Market Manager. Willie retired from Winn-Dixie after approximately 30 years of service. Willie was a faithful member of Redemptive Life Fellowship Church for 27 years, while serving as a board member for over 20 years; other roles of ministerial service included elder, deacon and security. Willie was known by many for his acts of kindness and hospitality. During retirement, Willie’s love for service contributed to him taking care of lawns for neighbors in the surrounding community and his church. Willie was a young 74 year old, very competitive and enjoyed showing off his skills whether he was at the pool table playing against his two sons, close friend Ronnie Rouse and other family members; challenging himself to a 10 mile run which he did often; or on the basketball court where his competitive skills would often trounce opponents half his age. Willie loved to laugh and always had an engaging smile that will be remembered by many. His playful and sometimes mischievous demeanor was like a gift that often brought the following scripture to life - “A merry heart doeth good like a medicine…” Proverbs 17:22