Perry Moore

Perry Moore

Perry Moore Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 18, 2011.
"Chronicles of Narnia" producer Perry Moore was found dead in his New York apartment earlier today. He was 39 years old.

In addition to being a producer, he was an author and screenwriter.

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March 7, 2011

what a tragic loss of such a young, talented life. the world will mourn. josef schreick nyc & east hampton

Bretta Lewis

February 27, 2011

Perry was my best friend for 30 years. He was the most genuine, sweet, kind human being there ever was or ever could be, and these are sentiments his friends all felt during his life as well as now. I miss my friend, and am touched and thrilled to see that my beloved Perry was revered by so many .... He deserved it and now I see how his true personalty showed through even to people who never met him. His personality never changed no matter how successful he became, and he called every few days just to say he loved me no matter how busy he was. That's just how he was. Keep his dream alive, please, all of you. Love, Bretta ( aka Scarlett)

Randal Tolbert

February 27, 2011

Perry was just beyond cool, I first met him when he worked with Rosie O's show. Years later, I helped promote his groundbreaking book "Hero"; the dustjacket of which, is prominently featured in an exhibit on book designer Chip Kidd. We'll miss you. Best Randal Tolbert

February 26, 2011

Dear Perry, I was thunderstuck to read of your passing in "The Week"
your book, "Hero" was both brilliant and imaginative. I truly wish I could have read the sequel. Rest in Peace, your friend and fan, Margaret Evans

Lisa Spain - Masisak

February 26, 2011

I was sadden to hear about the passing of Perry. I have many fond memories of our summer camp days at Chanco together. My thoughts and prayers are with Hunter and the Moore Family during your time of sorrow.

Carl Timmons

February 26, 2011

Perry Moore's legacy will be summed up by the words 'Open Arms'. No one at Happening in EYC was more welcoming than Perry. A lovable guy with so much to give, I was saddened to find out he passed, yet comforted by the memories he left me with. Rest in Peace my friend

Margaret Tardo

February 26, 2011

I was sadded to learn of the passing of Perry Moore, Producer of the Narnia movies, which I really like. My prayers are with Mr. Moore and his entire family and friends. God Bless You all.

Keira Harmon

February 24, 2011

My deepest sympathy go out to the Moore Family and Hunter. Perry was a special person who will be missed by all. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers.

Maria Virgilio

February 24, 2011

Perry has left behind a thousand moments that will live in our hearts forever... Please know, at this difficult time, that you are in so many thoughts and prayers. Thinking of You. Love - Dan, Maria, & Lucca Virgilio

Scott McBride

February 24, 2011

As a 39 year old Narnia-loving, comic book collector, I found myself loving everything Perry created (that I experienced). Just two weeks ago, I told my wife "I wonder when Perry Moore is going to come out with a sequal to 'Hero' or the book is made into a movie." Alas, I sadly now know the answer. Hunter, and Mr. and Mrs. Moore, I never personally knew your partner and son - but during his time on Earth he nonetheless touched me through his talent, and his works will continue to better humanity. The Narnia films go without saying, but my favorite work is "Hero." Why? It's his creation, and no one elses, but also it shows his profound understanding about "identity" and "personal self." Being a teenager is hard. As so many friends have related to me, being gay in an overwhelmingly straight world is hard. Finding out you have superpowers and fearing them would obviously also be hard. He took all of that and blended it into one sympathetic character who rises to the event to do the right and honorable thing - coming into his own and becoming a "Hero" in the process. Perry Moore obviously became a "Hero" to so many of us through his 39 years on Earth. We are all better for it, and we will truly miss this Hero among men. Thank you for sharing him with us during his short stay on Earth.

Carol Lewis

February 24, 2011

Prayers for the family and friends. May God comfort your hearts during this time of loss. Carol Lewis

Anne Andrews

February 24, 2011

My time spent with Perry was as EYC Lay Leader and in Happening, Chanco, and board meetings. He was one of those person who could participate in the teen world and the adult world together. His spirit and maturity were so evident. Perry, although I had not seen him in years, my daughter kept me up with his events. I felt close to him over the years. You will be missed but never forgotten. My thoughts are with his family, partner, and all his friends.

Kim Tilford Centers

February 23, 2011

My heart goes out to Perry's family and to Hunter. I met Perry many years ago and I will always remember his brilliance. Perry will be missed by so many and will continue to be loved by them as well.

February 23, 2011

You have our heartfelt sympathy during this most difficult time. You are in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Charlie and Mary White, Virginia Beach, VA

Fields Family

February 23, 2011

We send our sympathy during this time of sorrow with the loss of Perry Moore. When he wakes up to a peaceful world where he will be able to enjoy doing his talents once again and won't be sick anymore.

February 23, 2011

My condolences to all who know him,

A fan of Hero

greets

MvdL Amsterdam, NL

Beki Olsen

February 23, 2011

Perry was a wonderful spirit and will always be connected to Chanco, EYC and Happening memories. May he rest in peace and love.

"Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace."

Marissa Dail Erpelding

February 22, 2011

Such a tragic loss. I haven't seen Perry since we teenagers, but he was a dear friend in those younger years. Such a kind and loving heart that the world will surely miss. My deepest sympathy,

Meredith Hemenway-Betzhold

February 22, 2011

Dear Moore Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this extremely difficult time.

Meredith (Muffin) Hemenway-Betzhold

Juli Edwards

February 22, 2011

When we first met at Chanco I was one of many young campers with a counselor crush. You were always there with a smile and kind words. You were the EYC president at my first Blackstone and you were again there to greet us with a smile. Three years ago you wrote back to me on Facebook and helped me as I struggled with the relationships I lost as a result of coming out. Your kind words and encouragement, just that you took your time to respond to me, meant so much to me. Thank you for taking that time out for me and thank you for writing Hero for all the LGBT young people out there without their own Hero.
Caritas to you Dear Perry!

Helen Stewart

February 22, 2011

About a minute after we met at the White House, Perry became one of the closest people to my heart on this planet. We didn't talk often, but we didn't need to. As I was putting together the condolence book for his service (I hope it makes it there in time), I read with joy, but not surprise, that pretty much everyone felt the same about Perry. He was a bright and shining soul, and we are all the better for having known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Hunter always. Much, much love.

Pamela Robnett

February 22, 2011

My condolences to the entire family. I feel very blessed to have known Perry. He had a way of making everyone smile and feel special. His quick wit and grin could always make me smile. I used him as an example in my classroom today, "always chase your dreams and you can change the world!!"
May God bless you!!

Karen Bowman Witherspoon

February 22, 2011

You've touched so many lives in so many amazing ways. From your love of Chanco, Happening, EYC, to your story telling and movie production. I've never forgotten the words you spoke at my Happening when you were my Small Group Leader and introduced me back into the world. I've never forgotten the words on the yellow legal paper signed WPM IV in my Caritas bag when you were trying to be stealth. I've never forgotten our talks at EYC Board meetings late into the night, or prom night, or the summer of mud, or Blackstone rounds. The list can go on. You were, perhaps, the most welcoming person I ever met; approachable and open-hearted. You changed lives when you didn't even know it. Love to you my friend. Love and peace to the extended Moore family.

Robin DeMaio

February 21, 2011

Mr & Mrs. Moore, Liz and Jane,
My prayers are with you during this devastating time of loss. Perry was a incredibly special man who will be greatly missed.

Leslie Crisp

February 21, 2011

Dear Bill and Family,
I am saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved son. Please accept my sympathies from my family to yours. You will be in my prayers through this difficult time in your lives. Much love and prayers.

Nancy Whitehurst

February 21, 2011

Liz, I am sorry. My prayers go out to you and your family. You are all so gentle and kind and I am so very sad for your loss. Perry gave my daughter Lucy a copy of "The Quest for Aslan" with a special note about how she shared the name of his favorite character in the book. So very thoughtful of him. We will cherish it.

Jonathan DeMaio

February 21, 2011

God Bless The Moore Family...
I'm so lucky to have known and loved Perry and his family.Thank you for your generous spirit...You taught me some very important lessons that I'll take with me the rest of my life.
Goodbye for now till I see you in Heaven.
Love,
Jonathan DeMaio

Blythe "Blip" (Bowser) Williams

February 21, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss, but I am blessed to have met and known Perry through EYC and Camp Chanco. I am keeping you in my prayers at this difficult time.

F Flowers

February 21, 2011

Grief is so very difficult. may the God of tender mercies comfort and strengthen you at this most difficult time.
2 Cor 1:3,4

Marcus Perry

February 20, 2011

such a terrible loss gone way to soon you wrote one of my favorite books hero and thank you so much for that God bless you.hero will always be my favorite novel Rest in Peace perry

February 20, 2011

My heart goes out to the Moore family on the loss of their wonderful son!y

lin revels

February 20, 2011

Thank You for "Chronicles of Narnia" what a wonderful set of books to bring to life.....

Patrick Corr

February 20, 2011

Thank you for bringing the words to the screen - you made it even more enjoyable. Condolences to your family. Rest in the shade of the hills.

Gail M. DeDominces

February 20, 2011

My prayers are with you. I had written this poem for my elderly lady friend when she past away in July 2004. I hope it will bring you some comfort.
Newest Angel in Heaven
People come and people go
It happens every day
Though good-bye is a simple word
It’s very hard to say
This special poem is just for you
A poem of love and of thanks
For you have touched us all in many different ways
For you have the love of us all, flying with you today
You have manifested the love of God
And gave throughout your life
Throughout your life you had shined bright
Brighter than you will ever know
You are truly an angel
This special poem is just for you
A poem of love and of thanks
For this is not good-bye
You will always be with us in our hearts and our prayers
So goodnight our newest angel in heaven
Gail M. DeDominces
July 2004

Lizzie Borden

February 20, 2011

Dear Perry,

I wish I could have seen you and Hunter to tell you how extraordinary your work was; how many times I reached out to call but was too shy to phone. Hunter, my heart is with you every second of every day. There are no words that can temper the sadness and grief I know you are feeling. All my love, Lizzie

Holly Long

February 19, 2011

I did not know Perry personally but I knew of him. He was a close friend to several of my family members and acquaintances. Although I've never met him, I will never forget him. My thoughts are with Perry's partner, family, and friends during this difficult time.

Chele

February 19, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Mary Vail

February 19, 2011

Although I have never met you, I can see that you had a gift. I also graduated in 1990, but from Norfolk Collegiate.. not Norfolk Academy. The Bulldog has a heavy heart and has lost a great talent that was taken too soon. May God help the Moore family, friends, and fans cope with this terrible tragedy and remember him for his gift and talent.

Allison Pierce

February 19, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Chris Sawyer

February 19, 2011

I remember the first time I met you in the 9th grade. We hit it off instantly. I will always remember your friendship and the Chanco days we shared. I know God has welcomed you home and Stan, Linda, Ryan and I will never forget the joy you brought to the Sawyer family.

Hart

February 19, 2011

To the family of Perry,
May our Heavenly Father, the God of comfort and tender mercies be with you all.

Robert & Caroline Grabau

February 19, 2011

May the peace of God be with you at this time of sorrow. Know that The Chronicles of Narnia will reach out to a hurting world, and share the love of God with many. Perry was a blessing to the world with his writings. He is at peace now with the Lord God, The Almighty ONe, and His Son Jesus.

K. Hendersson

February 19, 2011

My condolences to your family at this difficult time. I hope that your good memories give you the needed support at this time. Also comforting are the words of the holy writing "My the God of comfort, give comfort.

R Golay

February 18, 2011

To the the family of Perry Moore - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that Perry will be missed by many.

Donna Ardolina

February 18, 2011

Well I only think I met you ONE time in my life however I have to say that Carol was such an amazing neighbor and person that you obviously raised her very well. She is a ray of sunshine and I know you will be always shining down on Carol because frankly, who wouldn't be? Love, your neighbor and friend, Donna Ardolina xoxo

SCOTT CHAMBERLAND

February 18, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

harry gray

February 18, 2011

rusty you will be missed dearly missed you were mr main st.

Victoria&Andrew VZj

February 18, 2011

Sentiments to
the Moore family~
GodBless you rip Perry~

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