Michael Lee Moore

1971 - 2021

Michael Lee Moore

March 28, 1971 - July 1, 2021

On the morning of Thursday, July 1, 2021, Mr. Michael Lee Moore, 50, of Marion, unexpectedly departed from this life and began his new one in Heaven at the Memorial Campus of Mission Hospital in Asheville.

He was born in McDowell County, March 28, 1971, the son of Wilma Vallini Edwards of Marion, and Wayne Moore (Sheila) of Asheville.

Michael will be best remembered for his love of people, his generosity and giving nature, and his passion for antiques. He was known to always be able to make friends with anyone and everyone and never met a stranger. He always loved everyone unconditionally. Michael enjoyed collecting different things and especially going to yard sales and finding special things. Anything that would be of help to someone was a passion of his, as well as going to the beach and fishing when he could. He also really enjoyed gatherings of family and friends where he would be the grill master, making sure everyone had plenty to eat and letting you know that you were always welcome. Upon a visit with friends, he would always be sure to say, "If you need me for anything, let me know." Michael had a gift of finding treasures and as well as being a treasure to those that knew him. His loss has saddened the hearts of everyone whom he met on his journey in this life, but he leaves behind a long-lasting legacy of love and friendship through all of the people who he met along his way.

His stepfather, William Donald "Don" Edwards, preceded him in death.

In addition to his parents, those left behind to cherish the precious memories they made together are his beloved husband, Roberto Moore of Marion; a brother, Wayne "Allen" Moore Jr. and wife, Brett, of Marion; a half sister, Whisper Moore of Morganton; and stepsisters, Donna Edwards of Burnsville, Allyson Greene and Husband Dudley of Marion and Heather Edwards, also of Marion. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews, Allana Moore and Kaleb Moore (Olivia), Sarah Zornes, Mary Greene, Julian Greene and Clover Yzquierdo; a special great-niece and two special great-nephews, Kade, Kallie and Kullen Moore; as well as a special cousin, Rhonda Johnson; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends he made along the way.

A memorial service to celebrate Michael's life will be held Friday, July 9, at 3 p.m. in the Chapel of Westmoreland Funeral Home, with the Rev. Andrew Walker officiating. The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m. at the funeral home, one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a memorial donation in Michael's honor are asked to consider the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, 10 Glenlake Pkwy. NE South Tower Ste. 400, Atlanta, GA 30328.

Westmoreland Funeral Home

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