Mr. Richard "Pops" Moore Jr.

Richard D. Moore Jr. was born August 4, 1937 in Chicago IL to the Union of Annie Mae and Richard Moore Sr. the third oldest and their first son (giving him the nickname Bre Bro). Seeking a more quality life for his children Richard Sr moved his family to Dixmoor Ill residing at 14253 Seeley in 1939. Richard attended McKinley Elementary and Thornton High school, graduating class of 1956. Richard and his younger brother Kenneth played football and was affectionately known as “Big Moe� because of their size. Although never given any credit, Richard sang with the famous Harvey Dells for a brief period. The only thing that did ever upset him was someone messing with his wife, children or his family. In 1956 Richard joined the Navy where he was stationed in Germany, Greece and even some participation in the Korea conflict. In 1961 Richard met and found the love of his life while stationed in New York, his life long partner, Vivian Lord. To this union there were three birth children; the youngest Victor being deceased. Vivian preceded Richard in death after 37 years of marriage. Richard and Vivian also had ten adopted children, he and his wife Vivian opened their loving home to over three-hundred children during that time. They received numerous awards and certificates for their dedication and commitment to the family structure (man that’s a lot of patience). Richard was taught at an early age by his father how to be a responsible provider and the head of his household. Richard worked at UPS as a Maintenance Electrical Engineer retiring in 2004 after 37 years service. Like his mother (Anne Mae) Richard’s wife Vivian was a stay at home working mother. Richard was well known for his great vacations that he took his family on annually: Wisconsin Dells, Niagara Falls and even Disney World, you name it they were there. Sometimes as many as 10 children at one time on vacations. Being raised in church Richard accepted Christ at an early age and accepted his call to the ministry. Accepting his call, Richard was Licensed as a minster December 1, 1977 and took classes at Moody Bible Institute receiving certification from the institute in basic Youth conflicts September 14, 1979. Richard was ordained January 24, 1984 under the leadership of the Late Herbert Holmes of Universal Baptist church in Harvey Il. Richard loved the Lord with all his heart and whenever given an opportunity always had a word of wisdom or encouragement always backing it up with the Bible. Richard moved his membership and finally settled at Victory Apostolic Church in the mid 90’s. He was active in the Ministerial Allaince, Baptism Committee, Men’s Choir, Men and Singles Ministries. On June 27th 2011 at 3 a.m. Richard jumped on the Glory Train with no regrets, leaving a legacy behind with a host of love ones and friends. Richard leaves to celebrate his life Children: Richard III (Namaste), Christopher (Daphne), Jermaine (Sonya), Darrell (Karen) Keisha, Donnell, Darnita, Tyrone, Sharon, Ebony, Lisa, Leon and Charisse; daughter-in-Law; Michele, Brothers; Kenneth (Emma) and Jeffrey, One sister; Kathleen and his favorite niece; (Baby Girl) Denise Smith. Richard had 22 grandchildren, One maternal Aunt Delores Collier and a host of relatives and friends. Although Richard lived a full happy life, we left behind will always say like the words of the song “gone to soon.� An old family tradition we always say “SO LONG and NEVER Goodbye.