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Wilmer MOATS Obituary
He had an unconditional love for his family and a passion for gardening. He loved to tell the stories of his colorful past and his life experiences. He was a committed member of Faith Baptist Church in Hampton. He served his country in the U.S. Army for four years followed by 17 years in the U.S. Air Force.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Violet Moats; seven children, Darlene Carter, Linda Council, Jeanette Hongsaranagon, Edward, Russell, Doug, and Kenny Moats; one brother, Russell Moats; 16 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Elizabeth Pattarino; his mother, Elsie Saunders; his father, Jessie Moats; and a sister, Erma Carter.
Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2011, at W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, at Faith Baptist Church, with Pastor Larry Soblotne officiating. Burial will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Linda Council
January 20, 2021
Miss you dad
Linda Council
January 15, 2020
Love you
Linda Council
February 8, 2019
I miss you dad
violet moats
February 5, 2011
I've always loved you and i miss you but
I have faith and will see you again
Violet
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January 31, 2011
didn't know u ,but i do know u've raised three great daughters. they were my friends & will alway remain there as u r now.May the heart fill w/ gladness to know that God's sends us in many paths that change ur lives.ur girls r that in me. juanita
JIM & Gena Albert
January 28, 2011
Violet, Gena and I miss Wilmer so very much and will always remeber him forver. He was such a wonderful and carring man. He was my brother in Christ and also the brother I have never had. We send our condolences once again to you and the family. May our God Bless you and keep you and your lovely family. We look forward in being with Wilmer in Heaven.
kenny moats
January 25, 2011
dad you were the best pop ever your love and kindness will live on in all of your family we will miss you deeply your last kid kenny lov u pop
Rob & Tab Cooper
January 21, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Suzi Hongsaranagon
January 20, 2011
Hi grandpa, I miss you already. Miss all your stories about Japan and all the funny songs. I wish we had more time together. I love you so much and you're always be in my heart.
tee S
January 20, 2011
To my dear grandpa-in-law. It's me Tee. I first knew you through Jean and the wonderful stories she told me about you, so I knew you had to be a nice and well loved person. When I finally got to meet you, even though it was for a short time, I was honored. You were everything I imagined you to be and more. I will remember you and my experiences with you and will tell my child about your legend.
Jeanette Hongsaranagon
January 20, 2011
Hi dad, I miss and love you so much. No words could ever describe how deeply you will be missed. You were the most honest and hard working person I ever knew, yet you never lost your sense of humor. You and your stories and funny songs will never be forgotten. You'll be in my heart forever. Love you so much.
Jean Hongsaranagon
January 19, 2011
To my Grandpa
Peter Hongsaranagon
January 19, 2011
I'll miss everything about you grand-pa, I've heard all the wounderful stories about you. Although we didn't spend much time together, because we are half way around the world, but I don't feel far away from you. I'm very proud and glad to have you as my grand-pa. LOVE PISTOL PETE.
Prasert Hongsaranagon
January 19, 2011
you're my great father-in-law. I'm very sad to loss you. And I never forgot your japanese song/stories. I miss you and allways in my mind ---- forever ----
shari moats
January 18, 2011
You were a wonderful man and father-in-law and u will be greatly missed from all of us here at the house ill miss seeing u and hearing all your stories u were the best man i could of met i love u very much and liz will be so happy to see u up there . thanks for giving me the chance to meet u.
January 18, 2011
We Salute you dad, you were the best, and you will be greatly missed around here and it just wont be the same anymore. Your Legacy will live on forever in this house; you had some of the funniest childhood and Military stories i;ve ever heard. Liz , Grandma & ant sis will be overjoyed to see you up there. We love and miss you .
Marilyn Mack
January 18, 2011
Violet, Linda and the entire Moates Family, Council Family and all the grand children and great grandchildren - - I am sadden to hear of the loss of your wonderful Father/Grandfather/Great Grandfather. May Gods peace that passes all understanding be with all of you during this difficult time. May you all be there for one another and strengthen each other during this time of grief / mourning. He was a very special person / parent / man and I know that he will be dearly missed by each and every one of you. He is out of physical pain and resting/rejoicing with our Lord and Liz, and they both await y'alls arrival to be joined again as the entire Moates Family.
Love, Hugs and Prayers to you all.
Leon Council
January 18, 2011
I will miss you a lot Grandpa. I feel like I had a very special bond with you. I feel privileged, and consider it an honor to be your Grandson. Our time spent together, and the colorful stories about your life that you told me, I will always cherish. Love, Little Leon
January 18, 2011
To the best dad ever. It won`t be the same without you here, but I know we`ll have a joyous reunion in heaven with all of our loved ones soon and very soon. See you there.I love you very very much
Rozzie Lovett
January 18, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
January 18, 2011
Russell,
Please know that I send sympathy to you and your family.
Gay Darnell Sterman
January 18, 2011
Russell,
My sympathy to you and your family.
Loretta & Jim Darnell
Tom Wilson
January 18, 2011
Eddie, I am very sorry for the loss of your father. God builds us only one of those great people, and I hope the memories of him bring you and your siblings great comfort.
Rhonda Spruill
January 18, 2011
I did not know Mr.Moats but I am close to Jamie Council (Smith) his great -grand daughter. I know she loved her grandpa and will miss him dearly as so many will. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time. He will have Eternal life with Jesus and will be free of pain. God Bless you all
Rhonda Spruill
Norfolk,VA
Tracy Sommerio
January 18, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Moats' family and friends at this time. I used to work with Wilmer years ago at Food Lion and have thought of him throughout the years. He was always kind, funny, and just an all-around nice guy. He always reminded me of my grandfather. I hope you can find comfort in the memories you have and ones that others will share with you. May God bless you all.
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