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Mr. Moore was born on Feb. 3, 1942, in York County. He was a graduate of Poquoson High School and numerous technical schools. A former employee of Modern Machine & Tool Co. and Newport News Shipbuilding, Mr. Moore began employment at NASA's Langley Research Center in 1979 and retired as a Electronics Engineering Technician in 2004. Mr. Moore conducted sensor research for aeronautics and materials studies. He holds six inventive patents. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Poquoson, the Society of Experimental Mechanics, and he was a retired high school football official with the Peninsula Football Official's Association.
Mr. Moore was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey T. and Laura B. Moore; and a brother, David T. Moore.
He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted and loving wife of 49 years, Janet F. Moore; three sons, Thomas C. Moore Jr. and his wife, Mary J. of Newport News, Donald L. Moore and his wife, Tina I. of Poquoson, and Matthew S. Moore and wife, Allison M. of Newport News; four grandchildren, George Moore, T. C. Moore III, Ashley Moore, and Kayce Moore all of Poquoson; four great-grandchildren; three brothers, Vernon Moore of Tega Cay, S.C., Ronald Moore of Houston, Texas, and Eugene Moore and wife, Bobbi of Providence Forge; two nephews; two nieces; and many other extended family and friends.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3:30 p.m. today, at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, Poquoson, and other times at their home. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, in the funeral home chapel by the Rev. George Insley. Burial will be private at a later date.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Sentara Hampton Hospice, 2713 Magruder Blvd. Hampton, VA 23666 or Poquoson Fire & Rescue Squad, 830 Poquoson Avenue, Poquoson, VA 23662. Online condolences to www.claytorrollins.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Nicola and Mike Spencer
August 28, 2009
Mrs. Moore and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. We have many great memories of Mr. Moore with Matt and our son Joel growing up. He was always there to help and encourage them when they wanted to try some new activity - gocarting, fishing, boating, camping, etc.
Tammy Woods
August 28, 2009
Mrs.Moore and Family
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Mr moore was always so nice when he brought Toby into Banfield, I always loved seeing your name in the book, cause no matter what kind of day I was having you guys always made it better. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow
Paige Watkins
August 25, 2009
Janet, Dons and Tommy,
I'm so sorry to hear about Tom's passing. He was always such a nice man and he was very kind to me when we were young. I'm sure it has been a very difficult time for your family but I hope that in days to come all of your wonderful memories of him will overshadow these difficult days. Know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many.
Rommie L Head Jr.
August 25, 2009
Janet and family,
I just found out about Tom today, I just talked to him in what seems like yesterday. I have been down myself but planed on a visit this week and I feel so sorry I missed that visit. Tom stood out as being one of the few people I have known as being gifted in so many ways. He will allways be remembered as the special person he was and I hope all of his family can find peace.
Barbara (Forrest) Lyman
August 24, 2009
I was so sorry to learn of Tal's passing. May the support you receive from family and friends help to lighten your burden of grief. God Bless you all.
Jon Moore
August 24, 2009
Janet and Family,
I'm very sadden to hear of Thomas Carrolls passing.Please know that you are in my thoughts in your time of need.
Lillian & Melvin Stewart
August 24, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Karen L. Brown
August 23, 2009
My Dear Friend Tom,
I will miss your ever so welcome visits to my office at LaRC. You always made it a point to stop in and say hello. You also brought with you a warm smile and the kindest of words, even when you were not feeling your best. I thank you for allowing me the chance to know you, even if it was for a short time. There is no doubt in my mind and heart that we will see each other again. Until then, rest in eternal peace and suffer no longer.
Betty (Lawson) & Ron Wilson
August 22, 2009
Janet:
I have fond memories of you and Tal as a couple in high school and you remained so for life. How wonderful to reach 49 years (as we have also).
Sorry we cannot be there during this time but know that we are thinking of you.
Theresa Fay-Smith
August 22, 2009
Jan,
I am so sorry to hear about Tal. I hope that he and my dad are together today talking football. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Joe Bunting
August 22, 2009
Donnie, please accept my condolences on the passing of your father. I remember the laughs we had during the short times I was around him. Hojman, and Candi and Damien Stokes
August 22, 2009
Dear Fay and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God's peace be ever near!
Barbara and Jimmy Holloway
Mark Roth
August 21, 2009
I had the privilege of working with Tom for the past 28 years. He was definitely a good mentor and a friend. I enjoyed the many special projects that I had the opportunity to be a part because of him. His work at Langley NASA is still highly respected and is used as standards for instrumentation at every NASA center. I will miss his expert advice in the future, even in difficult times he was gladly to share. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Larry Turlington
August 21, 2009
Tommy and I started officiating football together 35+ years ago. We shared a lot of good times together. He was a great official and a fighter in life. My thoughts are with the family and like George said, "Good-bye old friend."
Glenda Dryden
August 21, 2009
Donnie, Tina, and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. So sorry to hear of your loss.
Glenda & Mike Dryden and family
George Adamowski
August 21, 2009
Tommy was a great friend. I will miss him and the good times we shared. May he rest in peace. Good-bye old friend.
George Adamowski
Peggy Whittaker
August 21, 2009
Janet Fay, I was so sorry to hear about Tal. My first thought was that I just can't picture you without him by your side but then realized that he'll always BE by your side. I truly believe Tal was one of the good guys. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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