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Jody Moore Obituary

Jody Moore

Des Moines

Jody Moore, 49, passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2012, at her home in Des Moines. She was born March 22, 1963, in Des Moines to Skip and Elnora Albright.

On June 5, 1982, Jody married the love of her life, Garland and they shared 30 years together. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family, son, daughter-in-law, grandson, and her dogs, Macee and Razzie. Jody was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and sister. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was a volunteer EMT and Firefighter for Saylor Township where she was named the first female president of the fire department. Jody enjoyed shopping, camping, the outdoors, flowers and gardening. She received her Associates Degree from DMACC and was employed at Principal Financial Group as a Documentation Specialist since 1985.

Jody is survived by her loving husband, Garland; son, Ben and daughter-in-law, Kristina; grandson, Cohen; parents, Skip and Elnora Albright; sister, Brenda Kirschbaum; other extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Helen Minor, Paul and Floretta Albright, Max and Ester Fell, and Garland and Ruth Moore.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 24, 2012, at Hamilton's near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Monies, with burial following at Pine Hill Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Rescue League in loving memory of Jody.

Online condolences to: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

Published by the Des Moines Register from Nov. 22 to Nov. 24, 2012.
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Garland and family,

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Jody. You are in our prayers.

Carl Moore family

Carl Moore

November 26, 2012

So sorry to hear of Jody's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Elonda Bacon

November 25, 2012

Garland, Ben and Family

We are so very shocked and sadden to hear of your loss. Jody was an amazing person. Even tho its been awhile since we have seen you guys, Jody will be greatly missed. We will always cherish those great memories we shared just hanging out and watching Nick, Carlye and Ben grow up.
We will keep you in our hearts and pray for you during this difficult time.

Sharon, Nick and Carlye Lopez

November 24, 2012

Was shocked to hear of Jody's passing my thoughts & prayers to the family.
Maria(Reese)Prather

November 23, 2012

Jody Its not fair what you had to go thorugh the last 10 years rest in peace Cuz!!!

Greg Fontanini

November 23, 2012

I am very saddened for your loss. Jody was an amazingly fun person! She will be missed. God has a great Angel. Say hi to my husband for me Jody... Dawna (Williams) Graeve

Dawna Graeve

November 22, 2012

Dear Skip&Elnora& family so sad to read about Jody, Prayers to u all. God Bless you.she was an amazing person.jody will be missed.

Lori & Katelund & Bill

November 22, 2012

Skip,Elnora and family
So sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Ray White

November 22, 2012

Garland and Family,

Jody will be missed by so many! My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Sue Schlenker, Ankeny Dental Center

November 22, 2012

Skip and family, So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you at this time.
Sylvia Perry (Wagaman)

November 22, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Thanks for everything! Garland, Ben and family we will keep you in our hearts and pray for you!

Jamie Anderson

November 21, 2012

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