Demetrius "D.J." Moore

Demetrius Jeremiah Moore, affectionately known as "DJ" or "Rabbit" was born May 9th, 2007, to Monica Lawrence & Joshua Moore in Meridian MS. Demetrius was preceded in death by his maternal great grandmother, Thelma Lawrence, maternal great grandfather, Charles Lawrence and his great, great maternal aunt Mary Louise Smith.
He was a son, a brother, cousin, nephew and friend, who brought light to everyone he met. His infectious smile and dimples will forever be remembered. He had a heart that always looked out for others. Whether through acts of kindness, or simply an encouraging word. His love and care for his mother, brothers, sister, cousins, friends and others will never be forgotten.
He spent his pre-school years in Meridian MS and attended Crestwood and Parkview Elementary. Later, he moved to Hattiesburg MS and attended Sumrall High School. He had a love for football and played tight end while in middle school and defensive tackle in high school.
Demetrius enjoyed trying new things and enrolled in Culinary Arts his freshman year. Soon after, he attended North Forrest High School and was a National Society High School Scholar, an honor roll student with a GPA of 3.8 and an upcoming graduating Senior class of 2025. Loved by his classmates and friends, he was the life of the party and made everyone smile. His favorite saying if things didn't go quite as planned was "I'm cooked".
He was a very hard worker in and out of school and began working at the age of fifteen at Lenny's Sub and later at Chick fil la. Demetrius was always giving of himself to his family and friends. He loved Power Rangers, and his favorite ranger was the Red Ranger. He also loved Anime and scary movies. He even has a Chucky Doll hidden away in his closet. He was an old soul and enjoyed listening to Carl Thomas and Anthony Hamilton. He also loved gospel music and Warren Sapp's "Never Would Have Made It" was one of his favorites.
On March 13, 2025, he made the ultimate sacrifice, putting others' needs before his own and gave his life while saving his friends. His bravery was a testament to his character.
He leaves behind a family who loves him dearly and friends who were honored to know him. His devoted Mother Monica Lawrence and His father Joshua (Shameka) Moore. Five brothers and one sister. Jabari, Nickolis, Harvey, Caleb, Kehlani/Joshua Jr. His grandparents, Kimberly (Wilson) Christian Meridian, MS. Kenneth Garner, Sr. Southaven MS, Addie (Tony) Hubbard & Bobby (Gracie) Moore both of Meridian MS. His uncles Kenneth Jr. (Camille) Royse City, Texas, Chris (Iris) Moore, Texas, his aunts Kenyada Garner, Forney, TX, Angela (Byran) Bowie, MD, Shaneka Campbell and Mary Davis York, Ala, great aunts Mary Campbell, Pamela (Joseph) Pinkney, Lucedale MS, Shahunda (Monshea) Lawrence-Love, Ridgeland MS, great uncles Michael (Sherry) Brown, WV, Terrence Brown, Magee MS, Joseph (Brenda) Henry, Ellisville MS, Derrick (Denise) Lovettsville VA. His girlfriend Danecia Marshall. The entire 2025 Senior Class of North Forrest High School and a host of relatives and friends.