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Etta Moore Obituary

Etta V. Moore, formerly of Medon, Tennessee. A Gary resident for many years departed this life on Monday May 23, 2016 after a very short illness. She was a retired employee and store manager at Tom Oleskers for over 30 years. Etta is preceded in death by her husband Willie Moore and daughter Rosa Etta Pirtle. She leaves to cherish her memories daughter Queen Esther (Ricardo) and son Vernon Pirtle, Sr.; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers, sisters and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation Saturday May 28, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Family hour 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Funeral services at 11:00a.m. all services at Christ Baptist 4700 East 7th Avenue. Interment Fern Oaks Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune on May 26, 2016.

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Miles Robinson

June 1, 2018

Sorry to hear about the Loss of Mrs. Moore She my Grandparents neighbor on Jefferson Street in Gary IN. she may rest in peace in heaven.

Kathy Payne-Hanyard

June 1, 2016

Condolences to the family may she rest in peace.

Ida Pirtle

May 28, 2016

To Queenie,Vernon and family our hearts were sadden to hear the passing of Sister Ginnie as I lovingly called her.She will truly be missed by all who knew her. Praying
God will comfort you now and the days to come .Lighting a candle that his light will
protect,give you peace &contintment always.

Evelyn &Milton Jackson

May 28, 2016

Queenie I'm so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Please accept my sincerest condolences. My prayers are with you and your family.

Vincent and Angela Tyler

May 28, 2016

Vernon and Queenie, We are Praying For You Both. You Are In Our Prayers. Your Mother Was Such A Special And Sweet Woman. She Is Loved and Will Be Missed By So Many.

BERNITA CALMESE

May 28, 2016

Queen, Vernon & Family - you have my heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your loved one.

Donna& Maya Theus

May 27, 2016

Miss Virginia,as I called her was a beautiful woman inside and out. I've known and loved her for many years. It's with heartfelt sympathy that I send my condolences to Queen and family. May God bring you comfort during this difficult times, our prayers are with you

Agnes George

May 27, 2016

Queen, we wish you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
Gary-Merrillville Branch
American Association of University Women

Mary Bland

May 26, 2016

Queen, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Evelyn Adkins

May 26, 2016

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

May 26, 2016

Queen, the RHS class of 1967 sends their most heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Please know that we stand ready to assist you in any way possible. May the Lord keep you and your family in His most perfect peace. We love you

Myrtle and Jack Mateen

May 26, 2016

To Queen and Vernon we're sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved beautiful mother. A mother's love is one to cherish forever. May you find comfort in knowing we share in your grief and praying for your strength in thendays ahead.

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9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Christ Baptist

4700 East 7th Avenue., IN

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28

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Christ Baptist

4700 East 7th Avenue, IN

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2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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