Dr. Morgan Jackson Moore

Dr. Morgan Jackson Moore, age 91, of Andalusia, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home during his morning nap on Thursday morning, March 5, 2026. He walked right into Jesus' Arms while listening to his favorite morning show, Wynne and Blaine on WAAO Radio/TV. How appropriately fitting to make such a beautiful transition.

He is survived by his daughter Sandra Katheryn "Kay" Moore of Andalusia; his daughter Linda Charlene Moore and her son Daniel Neff, II of Andalusia; his son and daughter-in-law Michael Steven Moore (Miriam) of Flowery Branch, Georgia, along with their children Mandy Moore, Mallory Webster (Fletcher), and Murray Moore; and his 11 nephews and nieces: Susan Graziano (Ed), David Moore (Becky), Vance Moore (Laura), Allan Moore (Teresa), Sheri Kell (Tain), Virginia Crumpler (Denny), Helen Morgan (Terry), Lynne Austin (Buddy), Nancy Bender (George), Tom Peterman (Suzanne), and Larry Peterman along with many other relatives including Virginia Jane Wise, who he was related to through his mother, his father, and his first wife.

He also is survived by his dear nephew's wife Diana Moore (Blair); and his second wife's son, Jerry (Teri) Short.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Georgia Lane Morgan and William Manning Moore; his first wife Betty Jean Wise; and his second wife Wilma Wiggins Short; all his siblings: Jessie Eleanor Moore, James Henry Moore (Evelyn), Manning Lamar Moore (Jeanette), William Glenn Moore (Hazel), Lister Weston Moore (Sheila), Virgina Nell Fowler (Helton), Betty Lane Peterman (John David) ; and two of his nephews: James "Jimmy" Lamar Moore and Blair Manning Moore.

He was born in 1934 in a Montgomery hospital and was raised in Luverne, Alabama. He excelled in school there and worked for his father and other Luverne businesses. One summer he helped his brother Lister at his grocery store in Montgomery. One summer he helped his brother Lamar in Andalusia by delivering repaired vehicles and walking back to M. L. Moore Motors on Church Street.

He attended The University of Alabama, playing clarinet in The Million Dollar Band his freshman year. He graduated with perfect scores for a Chemistry Pre-Med Bachelor's Degree. He then attended The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. He completed his Family Practice Residency while in the U.S. Navy in Jacksonville, Florida, and Pensacola, Florida. He settled in Andalusia with his family in December 1963 where he remained until his passing.

Dr. Moore was an icon in our sweet community of Andalusia. He enjoyed serving his community by volunteering in several areas:

o The First Baptist Church: Deacon, Choir Member, Choir President, Sunday School Department Director, Benevolence Committee, etc.

o Quartets, barbershop quartets, etc.

o Community choirs, musicals, and plays

o Covington Historical Society

o Civitan: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Song Leader, etc.

o University of Alabama Alumni Covington County: President

o Covington County Medical Society: Secretary/Treasurer for over 30 years

o Athletic Team Doctor for Andalusia High School and donated the physical exams for the players

o Donated his time and money all over Covington County and South Alabama to help others succeed in life including supporting Sav-A-Life and Crossover Ministries.

His presence will be deeply missed.

Dr. Moore's brain is a wonder that many could not surpass. He remembered everyone by name, their parents' names, and grandparents' names, plus all their family history. He possessed an exceptional memory that guided him in helping others medically. He was a self-taught engineer and carpenter, creating anything one might need with household items. His wit and humor kept laughter and wisdom ever present in many different circumstances. He was full of wisdom, guidance, and did not like to repeat himself twice. One just needed to do what he asked as he was asking.

His first office was on East Three Notch Street across from The First Methodist Church. Dr. Moore moved his office to the West Bypass in the 1970s and remained there until he retired with many of the workers staying with him until their or his retirement. He moved his family into his current home in 1966.

While living in Bellwood for over two years, the Moore's designed and built their new home in 1966 in the Andalusia High School Neighborhood. They raised their children there and remained there until their passing. Many friends and relatives were treated at this home for events, dinners, parties, teas, Bible studies, pool parties, Christmas sing-a-longs, and game nights which included fabulous decor, awesome meals, and silly laughter.

In an effort to give back to the medical profession that trained him, Dr. Moore's children have donated his body to The University of South Alabama College of Medicine in Mobile to be used in the training of new doctors.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, May2, at 1:00 pm at First Baptist Church, 700 East Three Notch Street, Andalusia, Alabama 36420. Visitation will be held after the service.

In lieu of flowers donations may be given to Aveanna Hospice of Andalusia, Andalusia Advanced EMS, or The First Baptist Church of Andalusia.

He loved you all and he always will…

Those wishing to sign the online guest registry may do so at www.foremanfuneralhome.com