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Jo Moïse Obituary
81, of Louisville Kentucky, wife, mother, sister, friend, artist, traveler, and retired preschool teacher.
She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Leicester R. Moïse, daughters Leslie Moïse, Ellyn Gates (Alan Gates), Elaine Jones, and Nancy Haws (Jerry M. Haws, Jr.). She is predeceased by her Father Gordon T. Gault, and Mother Louise Morgan Gault. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Andrew Jones (Kate Jones), Daniel Jones, Christopher Jones, Henry Gates, Ben Jones, Greta Jo Haws, and Clara Lou Haws; Cierra Brettnacher mother of great grandchildren, Anthony and Audrey Brettnacher; and her sister, Nancy Rickard.
Memorial at Summit Heights United Methodist Church, 7400 Outer Loop, Louisville, Kentucky 40228, on Tuesday, September 27, 2017. Memorial gifts can be made to Hanover College or to Summit Heights United Methodist Church.
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Kay (Freistedt) Novotny
October 15, 2017
Dear Mr. Moise,
While searching your name on Google, I came upon this obituary for Jo. I am sorry to hear of your loss, and I hope that you will be comforted by the many memories of your lovely wife. Fifty-eight years together is a wonderful legacy. I felt so honored when you once trusted me to carry one of your twins on the stairs at school (when they came to visit the class. Though you may not remember me, I was in your 7P homeroom at Seneca Jr. High in Louisville (1961-62). You were, and have remained, my favorite teacher of all time. Seventh grade was a year that I felt my intellect expand as never before, so I thank you for your role in that. May your remaining years be blessed until you are reunited with your beloved Jo.
jo gault moise
September 27, 2016
Leslie, I am so sorry for your lose and I do understand so take some time for yourself. You are in my thoughts and prays. love Barbara
Tisa Jewell
September 26, 2016
I honor her for her compassion and understanding,
Tisa Jewell
September 26, 2016
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This is where and when I met Jo.
Tisa Jewell
September 26, 2016
Chris Emison
September 26, 2016
Thank you for sharing the pictures of your Mom. She was gifted in so many ways, and a sweet soul.
Thinking of you and your family. Please also give my regards to your Dad.
September 26, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with the family at this sad time. Please know that she is in heaven with Jesus and she is happy and out of pain. I'm here and only a phone call away. Love you all
Lauren Rushing-Agnew
They renewed their vows at 25 years, in Wales. For their 50th, they renewed their vows where they first said "I do" - at 4th Ave UMC.
Nancy Moïse Haws
September 25, 2016
Another favorite photo of her, taken her senior year in high school.
Nancy Moïse Haws
September 25, 2016
Wedding photo, taken by CJ photographer, 1958.
Nancy Moïse Haws
September 25, 2016
Jo G. Moïse, 2015.
Nancy Moïse Haws
September 25, 2016
Mom graduated from duPont Manual High School, 1955. This was her class photo.
Nancy Moïse Haws
September 25, 2016
Same photo. It's one of her favorite photos of herself. The CJ Society Page editor picked this photo from her engagement, and covered the wedding.
Nancy Moïse Haws
September 25, 2016
A favorite place again, England, with her favorite person, our Dad, Leicester R. Moïse. They gave small tours of the English Countryside.
Nancy Moïse Haws
September 25, 2016
Another favorite place, through out her life, here is Mom during a weekend trip that included chasing Fall color at Bernheim Forest.
Nancy Moïse Haws
September 25, 2016
One of Mom's favorite things was going to tea, and visiting her childhood home of her maternal Grandparents in LaGrange, Kentucky.
Nancy Moïse Haws
September 25, 2016
Mom
Nancy Moïse Haws
September 25, 2016
The time of the memorial is 6:00pm.
Mom was a graduate of duPont Manual High School and Alumn of Hanover college, she was innovator of early childhood education for threes, known as "Miss Jo" to hundreds over her decades of teaching. She owned an art gallery named Brass Rubbings and Gifts, where she taught the art of brass rubbing and calligraphy.
We are grateful for all the healing hands who gave Mom health to be present and live her life fully, especially those at Norton Hospital and with Hosparus.
Sharmane Hines
September 25, 2016
Nancy, I'm so sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing your memories and stories with us.
Britt Clem
September 25, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers of peace to your family.
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