Edward F. Moore

Edward F. Moore, 56 PORTLAND -- Edward F. Moore, 56, passed away peacefully at home Friday, March 6, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., on Oct. 23, 1952, son of the late Edward F. and Martha (White) Moore. He graduated from Penn State University with a BA in history in 1974. Ed had a lifelong passion for soccer. He adored the game since childhood and continued playing throughout his years at Penn State, where he still holds a record for the number of saves as a goalie in his college career. He most recently dedicated his time and passion to coaching and organizing for the Velocity Soccer Club, as well as supporting Deering Women's soccer, even after his daughter had graduated from high school. He was a man of many interests, including astronomy, history, gardening, science fiction, sports, and Nascar. Extremely proud of his Irish heritage, he greatly enjoyed researching his genealogy. This included visiting churches and gravesites during his honeymoon trip with his wife, Andria, to Ireland in 1986. He was a dedicated father, friend, brother, and uncle, who held his family highest in his priorities. One of his favorite times, from courting his wife to entertaining his 'grandchildren,' was spending time on the rocks at Two Lights (the best place to witness the Persides meteor shower). Possessing a keen sense of humor and being a man of few words, he often spoke with his actions. His jokes and 'words of wisdom' could escape the less observant. He loved giving gifts and surprising people in unique and thoughtful ways. Ed was employed by Maine Medical Center for 33 years as a Unit Manager. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Andria; and their daughters, Erin, Tara and Cailin of Portland; brother Dennis, his wife Renee and their sons Jacob, Michael and Christopher of Rennerdale, Pa.; brother John and his daughters Shannon and Sabrina of Granada Hills, Calif.; sister Lisa Moore-Boldy, her husband Andrew and their children Andrew, Declan and Abigail of Strongsville, Ohio, who were the 'grandchildren' he always wanted. Ed and the family would like to express their special thanks and appreciation to all of the Maine Medical Center 'family' for their incredible love and support. They would also like to extend their special thanks to all of their 'adopted' children who spent so much time in the Moore house over the years. We love you all dearly. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday, March 10, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodfords St., Portland, where a funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, 2009. You are invited to share your thoughts, condolences and fond memories with the Moore family by visiting Edward's guest book at www.mem.com. Ed requested that in lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to: Velocity Soccer Club Scholarship Fund Care of Darren Boynton 326 Bradley St. Saco, Maine 04072 Edward F. Moore Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home & Cremation Service 775-3763