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Ellis Moseley Obituary

REDWOOD CITY, CALIF. - Ellis Ray Moseley, 65, of Redwood City, California, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 10, 2012. He was an Air Force veteran; a skilled commercial painter by profession; and a professional musician. Moseley leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Emanuel and Mamie Moseley of Kinston, N.C.; three adoring children, Michele Vasquez of Atlanta, Ga., Melody Carrillo of Fremont, Calif., and Stephen Moseley of Fremont, Calif. He is also survived by two brothers, William (ChungHee) of Fort Worth, Texas, and Robert (Claudine) of Rolesville, N.C.; sister-in-law Cassandra Moseley of Kinston, N.C.; three nephews, Timothy, Anthony, and Jeremy; five grandchildren, Dezmond Morgan, Jahnessa Vasquez, Jocelyn Carrillo, Elijah Moseley and Jaylyn Carrillo; two great-grandchildren, Zayden and Aaliyah Morgan; and many extended family members and long-time friends. He will truly be missed throughout his community as well as in the hearts of many across the globe that he has touched. Arrangements for a memorial service to be held in Freemont, Calif. are incomplete. Local announcement by Mills Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at kinston.com. (Paid obituary)

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Published by Free Press from Mar. 22 to Mar. 25, 2012.

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Toni Souza

April 13, 2012

So many great memories just so blessed that I got to see him Will always remember his big SMILE n loving heart...Prayers to the family..We have shared many memories on Darvon ct

With love always
The Souza and Angulo Familia

Melody Carrillo

April 13, 2012

Reading these kind words about my dad has truly comforted me during this time. I am so overwhelmed with appreciation at all the family and friend who have reached out. He was the greatest dad a person could ask for.

Will Nobles

April 10, 2012

Our prayers and deepest expressions of sympathy are extended to the entire Moseley family. Continue to cherish the memories of Ray and be encouraged that he helped all of us realize the beauty of friendship.

Jamie Ciraolo

April 9, 2012

I've known and loved Ray since I was 5, 23 years ago. Stephan and I used to play in the gutters after the rain. Ray always treated me as one of his own children. He encouraged me artistically and emotionally throughout my life. He was always the light in the darkness. I was lucky enough to know and love him and to be with him those final days. I even got to meet Emmanuel. I truley miss him. My love and thoughts to his family.

Clifton Gooding

April 5, 2012

May God's comfort, blessings and guidance be with all of Ray's family and friends. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. - Clifton Gooding (Franklin, WI)

Ettisha Barfield-Goode

March 29, 2012

To the Moseley family. I am saddened for the loss of my friend and classmate. We spoke often and were Facebook buddies. I will miss him truly. May God grant you peace during this time.
Ettisha Faye Barfield-Goode
Chesapeake VA

Barbara Howard-Childress

March 29, 2012

We the Howard Family (Carver Courts)is saddened to hear about the loss of Ray. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts, only God can give us the strength to face each new day, and He will. I talk with Ray several times and he was always upbeat and coming along okay, he will be missed. To Ray's father, I saw you at Emanuel Church in 2010 and took photos of you and your sons, you then asked me about my brothers, Bud and Pete, do you remember? Pete and Ray were in the same class of 1964 and were good friends growing up, Ray always came to the house. May God bless each and everyone of you. Love, Barbara Ann, Pete and Thelma Howard.

Laurestine Kinsey Swain

March 27, 2012

Mr. Joe and Mrs. Mamie, Earl and Bobby; it saddens me to hear of Ray's passing. I send my thoughts and prayers to all of the Moseley family.

March 26, 2012

William and Robert you're in my thoughts every step of the way.A friend who cares.
I'm sorry for your loss
Seamon S. Mitchell
Kinston, NC

Edna Bright

March 25, 2012

Ray and I were not classmates but schoolmates.
his classmate Ettisha kept me informed about his condition. She asked me many times to pray and I did. I am now praying for you to know that as long as you keep him in your hearts and memories of the good times you shared he will live forever with you.Keep your mind on Jesus and He promised to give you that peace that passes all human understanding. Be blessed and lean on the Lord Jesus Christ because He is able to hold you and give you everything you need to go on from day to day. Edna Howard Bright

March 25, 2012

Our prayers and blessings go out to Ray's family.
-Pam & son Cullen Moseley [the late Herbert P. Moseley's wife and son]

Melvia Dixon-Boling

March 24, 2012

A sunset on earth is a sunrise in Heaven.
May our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and God our Father, who loved us and by His grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you.
2nd Thessalonians 2: 16, 17 NIV.

My prayers are with you in this time of sorrow
Classmate,
Melvia Dixon Boling

Rev. John Miller

March 23, 2012

I prayed with Ray for months. He's with the Lord now. Pastor John

Clarence L. Jones,III

March 22, 2012

May God grant you His Peace and Comfort during these times.May your precious memories of the good times shared be with you forever! BE BLESSED!!!
Bro Hardy

Marietta Jenkins

March 22, 2012

Charles and I were saddend to hear of
Ray's passing. We pray that your precious memories of him will ease your grief. The love that you shared will never be lost.
Charles and Marietta Jenkins

Wilma Moore

March 22, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mike Solomon

March 22, 2012

To the Moseley family: I am very sorry to hear of Ray's passing. My heart and prayers goes out to all of you. May God bless and keep you strong during this time of sorrow.

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