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Charles Moore Obituary
MONTEREY – The spirit of Father Charles L. Moore, 80, peacefully departed his body on December 9, 2007. Father Charlie was born on February 15, 1927 in Oregon.
He was known by many as a spiritual teacher, historian and scholar. He was a graduate of Stanford University and Law School and in 1954, he was elected District Attorney in Santa Cruz County. After leaving that position, Father Charlie devoted his full attention to religious studies and in 1964 was ordained a Roman Catholic priest.
He held degrees in philosophy and theology from Catholic University. Father Charlie's linguistic avocation resulted in the study of Latin at a Benedictine monastery and Greek at a Jesuit seminary. Father Charlie studied many languages including Native American.
His travels took him all around the world in search of the ancient roots of religious and spiritual practice. His teachings were extensively influenced and enhanced by the wisdom of the Buddhist, Jewish, Hindu, Hawaiian, Celtic and Native American Indian spiritualities. He especially enjoyed his work with the Native American Esselen people of Monterey County.
After Father Charlie retired from the priesthood, he continued to learn and share his spiritual journey with many. In 2006 he published his book, "Synthesis Remembered – Awakening Original Innocence". This was the crowning achievement to his life of Grace, Gratitude and Compassion.
Viewing and visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 18, 2007 from 4-8 p.m. at The Paul Mortuary Chapel, 390 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 19, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Pacific Coast Church, 522 Central Avenue, Pacific Grove. Dr. Bill Little will officiate. A reception will follow at The Holly Farm, 9200 Carmel Valley Road, from 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Interment will be Thursday, December 20, 2007 in Los Osos Valley Memorial Park, Los Osos, CA.
Memorials in memory of Father Charlie may be made to: Charles Moore Memorial Trust, c/o First National Bank, 495 Washington Street, Monterey, CA 93940. Friends are invited to sign the online guest book for Father Charlie and leave their condolences at: www.thepaulmortuary.com.
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Joseph Curtis
December 25, 2024
Father Charles Moore, spiritual director, photo in Mission College Preparatory high school year book.
Joseph Curtis
December 8, 2024
Father Charlie, always in my heart's memory from Santa Teresita Catholic Summer camp cabin seminarian counselor with spiritual inspiration when I was 15, until our last visit near Monterey, California. God bless you Charlie, as you were first called, through Eternity with Jesus, in Love, Amen.
Curtis
January 30, 2024
Priests' Rectory Residence office behind Old Mission San Luis Obispo,
California 1772 where Father Charles Moore was a most important
father-mentor in my young life. It is where Father Charlie lived at his first parish assignment, and the office where I used to confess to him face to face. It is his history and mine with his counsel.
Joseph Curtis
January 3, 2024
The Monterey-Fresno Diocesan news headline when Charles Moore would be ordained among six seminarians by Bishop Willinger.
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January 1, 2024
Seminarian Charlie was our very spiritually inspiring cabin counselor in 1962 at Camp Santa Teresita where I first met him. Later he became my life saving in-person confessor at his first parish assignment at Old Mission San Luis Obispo CA in 1964, where I was a junior at Mission College Preparatory High School one block down from the Rectory.. In 1967 I studied at Ryan Preparatory Minor Seminary in Fresno, CA where Charlie also began his seminary studies to become a very good Catholic priest who inspired many.
Joseph
December 10, 2023
Remembering dear Father Charlie from 1962 when I was 15 years old, meeting him at the Catholic Santa Teresita summer camp where seminarian Charlie was our cabin counselor. A blessed thought for December 9 is in photo.
Warren Morrisett
January 21, 2021
Heard a recording of Father Moore tonight on Art Bell’s program. He seemed to be a rare individual through whom, the light of God shined brightly. Bless him in his eternal rest and Paradise.
JOSEPH CURTIS
December 9, 2020
Dear Father Charlie, you are always in my heart ❤ and in my memory of your kindness and counsel, your love and affection. Your spirit is always a part of mine.
Joseph Curtis
April 7, 2020
Father Charlie, a few weeks ago I saw a former city council man, John Ashbaugh, who reminded me of you, he looked like you. Happy Holy Week and Easter Rising ❤.
Bill Barranco
April 5, 2020
Still missing your presence and the joyful Sunday gatherings....
John Bristol
August 8, 2018
RIP
Old Mission first parish for Father Charlie
Joseph Curtis
January 14, 2018
I now live in San Luis Obispo, Ca where Father Charlie was first assigned as a newly ordained priest for the diocese of Monterey-Fresno. He lived in the Rectory behind the Old Mission 1772. Sometimes I pass by the rectory along Chorro Street where I see the office window where I used to talk with him face-to-face as my confessor. Father Charlie helped to save my life from suicide because of teenage sexual traumas. Thank you Jesus for such a good father in Charles Moore.
Anna Johnson
January 7, 2018
We all loved/love Father Charlie!
What a scholar!
To know him is to love him instantly.
John Hanvy
December 12, 2008
Greetings Master!
Je me souvions...
Until our next Gathering On the Way; Shine On, Dear One, Shine On!
With much Gratitude and Love,
Always,
John Hanvy
Per aspera ad astra.
John Biermans
October 28, 2008
Dear Father Charlie
It is with deep shock and sadness that I learn of your passing. I love you so much though we knew each other briefly. You saw me from the moment we met; actually, I suspect you saw yourself in me as well. I am especially saddened that I did not spend more time with you though the hours we shared together, just months before your passing, are etched in my mind and heart. Your boundless wisdom made the deepest impression on me. It was surpassed only by your endless love and compassion for all our fellow beings. I guess I will just have to continue our wonderful conversations now in spirit.
Jude Kelman
October 9, 2008
Father Charlie and Bea Littlemore are the two most influential people in my life, and I met Charlie in Bea's living room here in the UK. A magical and amazing evening never to be forgotten. On another of Charlie's visits to the UK I met him again in Glastonbury, in 1997 and have photos of the gathering at various locations, one special one, dancing 'King of the Fairies'
It is with great sadness that I read of his passing, but feel SO blessed to have known him and been transformed by him. I have a number of his Monteray sermons on tape which are priceless to me.
Carry on the good work Charlie. Love, Jude
Charlie & Paul, mountain lake hike, Joseph (15) at Mass, Camp S. Teresita, CA 1962
Joseph Curtis
September 18, 2008
Hi Father Charlie, I love you with all of my heart. Thank you for choosing your life predestined to touch so many of our lives so that we could learn to touch God - The Divine Energy that is in Jesus - The Highest Guru and High Priest of Love - John 3:16, 3:36. You are so loved, Charlie. We need your love to help us on our journey back to The Source of all Love, XO - with a Holy Kiss & Hug. Note: Joseph - 15 years old at outdoor Mass Summer of 1962, Camp Santa Teresita, Ca where seminarian Charlie was our cabin counselor, seen in photo with his fellow seminarian, Paul, also a camp cabin counselor, when they took a group of us teens on a mountain hike".
September 18, 2008
MaryCyrilla Behrndt
July 28, 2008
Dear Father Charlie,
Thank you for your time that you spent teaching at The Gathering Way. Thank you for your writtings. Thank you for your hospitality when you had me as a guest in Carmel Valley while I trail guided and trained horses. Thank you Father Charlie, for blessing the horses:) I have posted photos of your blessings on my face book page for others to read about you. Your Spirit lives on in my heart.
Sincerely,
Cyrilla
cyrilla flowers face book
Joseph Curtis
July 5, 2008
Seminarian Charlie came into my life when I was only 15 years old at the Camp Santa Teresita Catholic summer camp where Charlie was our cabin counselor. He taught us some very important spiritual lessons, besides taking us on a hike high up to a mountain lake for fishing and swimming. When at 17 years old in 1964 I heard he was coming to the Mission San Luis Obispo, Ca on his first parish assignment, I jumped for joy to go to him to become my personal confessor at the rectory office. He became one of my most important life figures when I was going through some very hellish sexual teenage problems. Without his friendship and counsel I might have commit suicide. Later when he was chaplain at the Cal Poly Newman Center and housing, he was inspirational with outdoor guitar Masses with much more affection and love shown between attendees than at more conservative Catholic Masses. This is where Father Charlie's life really blossomed helping many people looking for more life and joy in their religion. Many years later, I was able to visit him again briefly in Monterey and also to hear some of his lectures at the Yoga Center in San Luis Obispo. He will always be loved by me as one of my dearest and nearest fathers of my life.
Joseph Leight
June 5, 2008
Dear Father Charlie,
It has taken me this long to overcome the shock and sadness of your death. In view of what an amazing soul you are, on your joyous journey, You always made me feel equal, comfortable, encouraged and uplifted while you were here on Earth.
The Pacific Grove gatherings in your home were wonderful, but too few. I cherish the times and memories. The series of talks you gave at Eleanor Wasson's home in Santa Cruz, were quite wonderful, and now Eleanor has passed on as well. When you see her, please tell her hello and many thanks for me.
I am so grateful that you graced my life with your presence and many gifts.
Namaste, Om Shanti
Dear Brother Charlie,
Milciades Adames
June 1, 2008
Father Charlie, your work of compassion and understanding will always stay with us and your teaching will always inspire us.
Jon Paul
May 9, 2008
Father Charlie helped me when I was in a dark place. He helped me find the light and the spirit that still dwelled inside me. when I heard of his death it was like a physical blow. I will miss him and I hope he finally found peace.
Gary Purifory
April 20, 2008
Father Charlie was a great mentor and teacher who made a huge impact in my life and my work. As one who spent many conversations with him in the final months of his time on this earth, I promised him that I would dedicate my life’s work to further his work and his message. His vibrant spirit will always remain with us in this world and in the world to come.
Felicia Cawley
March 11, 2008
Father Charlie
Thank you for your wisdom , light and compassion.
Valerie Cawley
March 11, 2008
Father Charlie touched so many lives over the years of his long life. He shared his wisdom unconditionally, giving great pleasure and much food for thought to those who knew him.
We have special memories of Father Charlie, at this home in Pacific Grove, and when he blessed the marriages of our daughters.
Charlie will be sadly missed by his friends, but we celebrate his life and journey.
Love & Light
John
March 10, 2008
Long Live His Spirit.
Dave Ohlsson
March 8, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Fr Charles Moore. Just from the few times I've listened to his interviews, he has enlightened & inspired me in my spiritual search for the Truth. Thanks Charlie - God's speed.
David Yager
February 24, 2008
Charlie, Father Charlie, I am shocked to hear of your death, of your passing. Beyond the immense grief I am feeling currently, I have nothing but gratitude to express for any and all the time I had the privlege to spend with you. Your passion, endless curiosity and genius in lighting the path ahead, to Truth of the Way is beyond comparison. Your mentorship and friendship has meant the world to me during the 30 or more years I have loved being on this planet with you. Thank you so much for finding the Synthesis of religous experiece that unites us all in Original Innocence. Thank-you so much for you endearing, brilliantly intelligent compassionate life. Thank you for holding my hand where I feared to walk; and thank you for you eternal truth speak. Many blessings on your paths ahead...
Arno Featherstone
February 19, 2008
I met Father Charlie three times over the past
17 yrs. Twice he married 2 friends of mine and from that there was only one choice when it was my time. My wife and I married at Little Red Schoolhouse Bluff with Father Charlie producing a most magical, uplifting ceremony. Then I was exposed to a deeper level of his philosophy thru his radio talks. Truly impressive and well-read, it is up to us to carry the baton of his work. Bless you on your further journies, Father Charlie !!
Evaonne Hendricks
February 16, 2008
To all who knew and love Fr. Charlie
I knew him during the '70's, when I was in high school, and after I went to Hartnell Jr. College. John and I came back in 1981 to be married by him.
By some miracle we were able to make it to the funeral on the 19th, since we were in the area for my mother's hospitalization. We only barely managed to find out about it.
We came back from the funeral feeling embraced by Fr. Charlie's love, and by those of the other people, and told Mom about the service. She died the next day. I like to think they are holding long conversations in heaven together.
Love and peace to all. Let your light shine.
Stacey Braudrick
January 3, 2008
Dear Father Charlie,
May you rest in peace. You married us in September of 1998 in Monterey. The ceremony was so special and I'm certain that no one will ever forget it or you. God bless you Father Charlie!
Andy Scollick
January 2, 2008
Dear Father Charlie,
Though we never met, I was saddened to read of your passing from this lifetime last month, reflecting and thinking of what you would say, I realized that you are indeed still very much with us. I was utterly amazed by your contentious ideas and brilliant lifeforce when I discovered your ideas and listened to your discussions at beyondtheordinary.net (and subsequently read Synthesis Remembered: Awakening Original Innocence). Please know that your spiritual & philosophical influence has been cast wide across the face of the earth, and you continue to inspire. We have been blessed -- the world is a better place having known you.
Tony T.
December 31, 2007
Father Charlie, Just heard of your passing. May you rest in peace and our condolensces to all your family. You were indeed a great teacher.
Kathleen
December 27, 2007
Greetings, Master!
You will be missed as one who offered many opportunities to see history in a new light as well as for your bright shining inquisitiveness. May you find the answers to your great questions as you continue your journey and may the songs of the angels delight you in Heaven as they surely did on Earth.
Bill Barranco
December 26, 2007
Charlie, I was was very saddened to hear, when I arrived this last Sunday morning before Christmas. Your house keeper Claire said that he knew someone would show up. I missed you Charlie, and I will miss you forever, but so thankful that you signed my copy of your wonderful book. I hope to connect with others of the Gathering, with to share the best of your recordings and revelations with others, for a very long time to come. Rest in the glory of your Ecstacy! Love, Bill
Stephen Romey
December 24, 2007
Dear Father Charlie,
Thank You so much for your service to humanity! I found it interesting that I had the thought to pull your book off my book shelf shortly after your death, and of course, at the time I was not "consciously" aware of your passing to another dimension. We are indeed aware on many levels. Come visit me anytime!
The Milletts
December 24, 2007
We are so grateful to have had the opportunity to share his great wisdom. He was truly an inspiring teacher. Thank you.
Francis Cordell
December 24, 2007
When our universal sentience chooses to add to itself the collective truth and wisdom of the human species it will be seen that the mind of Father Charles L. Moore was both the mental and corporeal vessel chosen for its proof that Love is Forever.
Jim Pappas
December 23, 2007
Dear Teacher, you will be missed,
Your open mind, kind heart, and your deep wisdom, and guiltless teachings. It was great breaking bread with you when I lived in San Francisco, and your communions, were among the few valid ones Ive ever received in my life.
Your Karma is good, you have
earned your place in the Oneness of
Creation, and may you lead us all into the light - Blessings my Brother, and may you know the all
encompassing Love and Oneness of GOD
and may you hear the words of ACIM
soon, very soon. - Amen
Jill Schwandt
December 23, 2007
My condolences to all those who experience the loss of physical presence of Father Charlie. There is still the sense of being that will always be in our lives. "Thank you for Being"...and for Beyond The Ordinary for bringing him into my life.
Iris Brewster
December 22, 2007
"Nothing is more serious than lightness of heart and nothing is more frivolous than unrelieved sorrow." Words of wisdom written by you Father Charlie. I live those words from the time I lost my son four years ago. I first met you at 15 at Santa Catalina and you introduced me to Teilhard de Chardin. I became a seeker and was never the same. You touched so many and will continue to touch many more. You were an excellent journeyman. Welcome home Father Charlie.
Karen Blaise
December 22, 2007
Didn't know Father Charlie personally but felt a bond spiritually. I am humbly thankful to have read his words and listened to him on Beyondtheordinary.net. He has greatly influenced my life.
MARKI TRUJILLO
December 21, 2007
Charlie
What a charismatic man. You graced so many with your wisdom and knowledge. You were kind and loving. I will remember you with love always. I will remember our times with so many at St Francis Xavier. Peace and love
Linda Dey
December 20, 2007
Although we never met, your teachings touched and inspired my spiritual growth. Our souls will meet on another plane.
Nathaniel Raley
December 20, 2007
We are all with you and you with us.I never you but i know your a good man have fun in Heaven.
Lorraine Coutu
December 19, 2007
Thank you for sharing your wonderful wisdom!
kenneth sine
December 19, 2007
Father Moore, may God give you eternal life and a glorious eternity you are in my prayers kenneth sine Johnston city, illinois
Joshua Elijah Cooper
December 19, 2007
Indeed, a kind soul has departed the body of one who was known as a great person and teacher. Personally was touch, as well as guided by his many books, during my 20 year tour of military service. Knowing that he has personally touched so many through his words of spiritual growth makes me even more proud to take the time to write this comment. May you make many friends in Heaven Brother Charles as you have made here on Earth.
George Klenk
December 19, 2007
Dear Father Charlie:
We wish you farewell and may God bless you always in Eternal Life.Au Revoir.
Florence M. Jones
December 19, 2007
Listened to you on Coast to Coast and always looked forward to your return. The information you shared with us was timely. Will miss your insights but know you are resting in peace with God and his band of angels. Thank you for being with us...
Sister Rosemarie Stevens
December 19, 2007
United in the stars now - I remember my first meeting with you at the Yoga Center. You gave hope and wonder to the journey as a Catholic. Had a dream the other night when I was chasing a bear and I did that one day while living in Los Osos. Was it your spirit I was chasing or like the magi following you as a star into eternity. Remain close with your sparkle and guidance...Thank you for being...
Mike Hernandez
December 19, 2007
Many blessings and peace to you and your family. God is waiting for you with open arms. Much love...
Mike
Penny Fuller
December 19, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mark Dargie
December 19, 2007
Just recieved word on your passing.
Rest in Peace.
Mike Regan
December 18, 2007
Ah, Charlie, we are the poorer for your departure. I've known you since 1968 and watched and listened as you made your journey through this life, learning from all and teaching all at the same time. I was thrilled that you finally published your work. Love, Mike
edward parrott
December 18, 2007
Charlie, I hardly knew you, my brief experience of you is memorable. you were a very special soul on a special human journey. On this plane I saw you as a kind teacher through word and example. I am happy for your now being in a better place. Don't forget us, we cant't forget you.
jocelyne Muson
December 18, 2007
GodSpeed as ever dear Friend!
And a Joyful Christmas in Glory Land.
Elaine Giampietro
December 18, 2007
Father Charlie - A Rapscallion, Teacher, Enchanted Be-ing. From our days with Dorie De Angelo in the early 70's to gatherings with Rabbi Leah - weddings, births, funerals, it was always a treasure to be in your presence.
So now you have gone Home. Keep your eyes on your flock like a Good Shepard. Send messages and continue to Teach us.
Travel well.
Monica Maddern
December 17, 2007
Father Charlie,
I knew you back in the early 70s. I always found you to be wise, witty and accepting. Thank you for a wonderful life.
Timothy Doyle
December 17, 2007
Father Charlie,
Your twinkling Irish eyes will always smile on in the lives of those who were fortunate enough to be graced by your beautiful being.
Have a great journey!
Much Love, Tim and Christi Doyle
Tony McGettigan
December 15, 2007
Dearest Master,
You always loved to find and magnify the light in others. Thank you for sharing your bliss and making ours grow all the greater. Your love lives forever in all of us. We recognize your radiance in every beautiful thing.
Om, Enlakech, Namaste and Amen!
Father Charlie you are returned to "The Hreat Manifesting Power" of Love Light Laughter & Ecstacy which you respected with complete reverence...
December 15, 2007
Dave Alan
December 15, 2007
FATHER Charlie YOU were and are my greatest favorite mentor...you are missed by all of us who remain here still.
And now you have returned to as you so fondly and lovingly asserted to "The Great Manifesting Power"...YOU are loved by many.
YOU have helped so many.
YOU are blessed.
YOU are missed by many.
your friend and fellow blessed "heretic"
forever in peace,
Dave Alan
arthur 'skip' Braudrick
December 14, 2007
He is an inspiration to me for 37 years and will always be. He baptized my children and married my youngest son. He always searched for the holy grail and he will not stop that search and I will continue to assist. My deepest love to the most marvelous person, from me and my family.
Richard Stember
December 14, 2007
Charlie and I often clashed, but when we did, the sparks created a new view of the universe. I saw him last at my work about a month ago and even then we sparkled in a kind of abrasion that bespeaks cohesion. Charlie and I loved each other as only combatants can. I think he caused me more grief than I caused him, but I relish in it. Goodbye, Charlie. An era ends with both of us.
Mary Josephine Morton Cain
December 14, 2007
There are not words. Grace, gratitude, wisdoms, presence, hugs, will be missed. Many magic, mystical, marvellous, memories. There is never enough time with loved ones. Our time is NOW. Grateful to have shared snippets of space & time this life time, with Father Charlie. Remembering fondly a trip to Glastonbury, that was instumentally made sister cities with Pacific Grove, by Father Charlie and Friends. Much Love, Blessings, grace & gratitude, on this wonderous continued journey, Mary Josephine Morton Cain and John Atkinson, precious pets, ET AL
Victoria Hudson
December 14, 2007
Father Charlie never knew me, personally; yet, I knew him through the spiritual enlightment and support he gave to a dear friend. Rest in Peace, Father Charlie. You helped so many.
Father Scott McCarthy
December 14, 2007
Charlie,
may you rest in peace.
Henrietta Stern
December 14, 2007
To so many people touched by dear Father Charlie-- We mourn your physical loss, but your words and loving energy and sweet smile remain deep in our hearts and consciousness forever. There are so many teachings that I think of daily... Grace and Gratitude, Eternal Interlude ... Lightness of Heart is the Fountain of Youth... spin spin spin .... You once called me a "Blith Spirit"; I will try to live up to that. Much love and appreciation...henrietta
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