Darrell Moore

July 9, 1939 - January 27, 2025

Cary, North Carolina - Darrell Dean Moore, age 85, died peacefully, surrounded by love ones on January 27, 2025. He was born in Lanesboro, MN to Lloyd and Eunice Moore, on July 9, 1939. Darrell met his lifetime love, Anita Schmidt, in Plainview, MN. They were married for 65 years. Darrell worked for IBM for 47 years, retiring in October 2005, as Senior Marketing Operations Executive. His career allowed him to live in MN, CA and now in North Carolina. He and the family have been active members of Resurrection Lutheran Church since 1984. Many would say Darrell was a friendly, respective fellow. One of great work ethic and good humor that could lighten the room. Always had time for friends and family. Darrell is survived by his wife Anita. Together they had 4 children, Darrell Lloyd Moore (Cyndi), Dean Moore (predeceased), DeAnn Mata (Dan) and Lori Jannings. They have 6 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, with a 6th on the way. He is also survived by 6 sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. The Moore family would like to give a special thanks to the staff of Wakemed Cary Hospital and Transitions Hospice for their great care. Visitation to be held at Brown Wynne Funeral Home in Cary on February 7 from 6pm-8pm. Funeral to be held at 1230pm on February 8 at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 100 W Lochmere Dr, also in Cary. Followed by interment at Raleigh Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the Moore family would like donations be made to Resurrection Lutheran Church – please put Building Fund in the Memo.

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Published by The News & Observer from Feb. 1 to Feb. 2, 2025.

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Andrew Jannings (Grandson)

February 7, 2025

I grew up with a single mother, Lori, and when I think back to my father figures, I see my family through a unique lens. For about a quarter of my life, it was my mom who filled that role. Another quarter, it was my Uncle Darrell. And for the remaining half, it was my grandfather, Darrell. From my perspective, the family dynamic was clear: Darrell was always the 'good cop,' while my grandma, Anita, was the 'bad cop.' Not because she was mean or anything, just because he was always an angel of a man to his grandchildren. The exception to this was when `Grumpa´ made the occasional appearance due to lack of sleep, being hungry, or the Minnesota Vikings losing a game they should´ve won, especially when it was against the Green Bay Packers.

I have countless memories from the times I stayed with my grandparents when my mom was out of town on business. They always split the duties: Darrell would drive me to school in the morning, and Anita would pick me up in the afternoon. Every morning, the deal was this: if I stayed awake, got ready on time, and we could leave without any extra prompting beyond the first wake-up call, he would treat me to either Burger King or McDonald's for breakfast. Those little moments were more than just breakfast runs-they were lessons in love, patience, and the value of consistency.

The lessons I learned from my grandfather have stayed with me to this day. His faith, wisdom, and patience shaped the way I approach life, and they are principles that my wife and I now plan to pass on to our own children. If there was one thing that I believe everyone benefited from knowing Darrell, it's his unwavering prioritization of family and faith. And what stands out most is how effortlessly he lived out those values, setting an example for all of us to follow as he helped and served everybody else around him.

Lori Jannings (Moore)

February 7, 2025

If there was a picture for the Greatest Dad entry in the dictionary, our Dad´s picture would be there. He was always available for us to talk to, lean on and count on. Dad led by example. He instilled the importance of being a Christian, caring for others and the meaning of family. He was able to teach us the "fix-it" personality along with a great work ethic so that we could take care of ourselves when needed. But wait, there´s more, he was also a down-to-earth father who maintained a sense of humor and taught us to take things with a grain of salt. I am grateful for the years that Andrew and I have had to be with my Dad. I will truly miss him but am also relieved to know he is up in Heaven now with my brother Dean, nephew Anthony, Pastor Paul, Bubby Riess and many other who have passed before him. He may no longer be here in the physical, but he will live on in our memories and stories forever. Writing this with much love for my Dad, Lori

Rebecca R Campbell

February 6, 2025

Anita, Darrell's wife informed me after my husband, Danny died that there was an Airfare special right now. Buy one ticket get the other one free. I took my Daughter, Elizabeth. At that time, we both much-needed to get out of Minnesota.
When we arrived, Darrell had a handwritten schedule for places he wanted to show us.
My Brother Darrell was a Good man, Smart & a Great Sense Of Humor.
Rest in Peace, Darrell.
I love you very much & am going to miss my only Brother.

Love Your Sister,
Rebecca

Bobbey Willson

February 2, 2025

Darrell was the nicest, sharpest, funniest and most caring brother a "little sister" could have! In these last 30+ years we grew closer - as friends as well as family with me and my husband Marty. He and his lovely wife Anita have played an important role in our lives- with love and laughter and many wonderful memories.
Darrell was an amazing brother and friend - he was loved and will be missed.

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