Preston C. Moore

AGE: 84 • Matawan

Preston C. Moore, 84 of Matawan died at his home on Tuesday July 5th.

Mr. Moore was born in Brooklyn, NY on June 10th, 1932. Until his death he was the President of Urban Home Ownership Corporation in New York City. He was a licensed Real Estate Broker in New York and New Jersey and a Registered Architect in these states.

Over the course of his career at Urban, he oversaw the planning, development and management of 22 multifamily housing developments in New York and New Jersey. He was responsible for the management of affordable housing rental apartments supervised by the U.S Department of Housing & Urban Development, as well as the Department of Housing Preservation and Development of New York City.

Mr. Moore's career began in 1957 as an architect for the Department of Public Works in New York. There he was responsible for planning and construction of over $100 million in projects that included police precincts, traffic facilities, garages and hospitals.

He honorably served in the United States Air Force for eight years, where he attained the rank of Captain. Serving in the Air Force, he coordinated with architects and engineers in conjunction with the Army Corp of Engineers in building Air Force Base facilities throughout the New England Region and was a liaison between the New England Office and Washington headquarters for planning.

Mr. Moore's educational background included Boys High School, Brooklyn, N.Y. followed by Howard University, and Howard University School of Architecture, Washington, D.C. where he received a Bachelor of Architecture degree.

Mr. Moore was pre-deceased by his parents Olive and James Moore and his sister Barbara Moore Coburn.

He leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife of 62 years Ariel Moore; three children Kevin Moore, Jamesburg, Paul Moore, Aberdeen and Roger Moore, Keansburg; his granddaughter, Monica Bisiotis and her husband Christos Bisiotis; great grandchildren Christos Brendan Bisiotis and Anne Bella Bisiotis, Woodbridge, Virginia.

Visitation Tuesday, June 12th, 11 am until the time of his funeral service at 1 pm, at the Holmdel Funeral Home, 26 South Holmdel Road, Holmdel. Entombment will follow at Holmdel Mausoleum. To share a favorite memory or send messages of condolence please visit Mr. Moore's Book of Memories at www.holmdel funeralhome.com.

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Published by Asbury Park Press on Jul. 10, 2016.

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Mitchell Virchick

March 1, 2019

When I completely fractured my arm in a backyard football game I was quarterbacking at age 14, Preston Moore was the first adult on the scene. I'd gone into shock because I'd seen my arm literally broken in two, first hanging 90 degrees to one side, and then when I flipped my arm across, 90 degrees to the other side. I was in a plaster cast for 4 months. As I was lying on the ground, Mr. Moore took off his jacket and placed it below my head so that I'd be comfortable until my mom and the ambulance showed up. I will always remember his calm and his kindness in those moments of distress. He was a good man.

Francis Warren

February 25, 2018

Preston was a true friend to all who knew him.

Lloyd Johnson

July 23, 2016

Dear and long time friend since our days at Howard University - and the Bamboolas. A kind and gentle man whose low-key manner belied his commitment to use his gifts to improve the lives of others.
You fought the good fight, Brother "Prezmo". You've kept the faith. Now it's time to rest in the living arms of our Lord.
Peace be with you and those you leave behind.
Al Johnson, Howard University., 1954

Belvery Garner

July 12, 2016

Celebrated the extraordinary life of my Uncle Preston today. He is the husband of my Mother's sister, my Aunt Ariel. They were married 62 years and together since age 14. I will forever remember and feel his love and devotion for my Aunt. Ladies, we should all be so Blessed with such a life partner. My Mother always fixed something special for him at any Thanksgiving dinner she hosted. "Your Uncle Preston loves my cooking," she would say with such pride. When Uncle Preston spoke at my Mother's funeral, he said, "Vera could cook!" That brought a smile to my face and heart at such a time of sorrow. I felt my Mother was smiling and nodding. Rest in Paradise, my dear Uncle Preston. You were a Man among Men!!!

Fior Espinal

July 12, 2016

Someone so especial like you, will be always remembered. Rest in peace Mr. Moore.

Maria Meighan

July 11, 2016

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always...

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