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Donnie Moore Obituary
May 4, 1956 - June 1, 2018
Donnie Ray Moore was born in Waynesboro, Virginia on May 4th, 1956. He passed from this earth on June 1, 2018 in his hometown of Stockton, CA. The second of five children, Donnie grew up in Hayward, CA, where he was a two-time All American quarterback. A football scholarship brought him to the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA, where he graduated with a BA in Physical Education. It was there he met his lovely wife, Cindy and they were married in 1982. Together they began a college ministry, Chi Alpha.
Donnie eventually transitioned into youth ministry which included speaking to over 3,000,000 young people through his anti-drug and gang school assemblies which garnered him the Governors Delinquency Prevention Award. In 1991, Donnie established Radical Reality youth camps, a summer highlight for kids from all walks of life. He was a beloved minister to churches all over America. He was also the Chaplain for the Oakland Athletics for 29 years, being a source of stability and encouragement for baseball players throughout the major league. Donnie was a sought after motivational speaker for High School, College and Professional Athletes. An engaging storyteller, Donnie loved to laugh and loved music. He was extremely generous and never met a stranger, befriending everyone he met. He enjoyed weight lifting, gardening and decorating his house for Christmas.
Above all, he was an amazing, beloved and involved father. He was a fabulous coach to his children's various sports teams. In his free time you could find him sitting in a rocking chair on his back porch laughing with family and friends. We know we haven't lost him because in Donnie's own words, "When you lose someone you don't know where they are," but we know where he is and look forward to seeing him again one day.
Donnie is survived by his wife, Cindy and their 3 children, Brooke, Anna and D.J. His mother, Alice Moore, his siblings Chuck (Peggy,) Denny (Sally,) Lorena Carr (Mark,) and Johnny (Mary,) along with many wonderful nieces and nephews.
His Celebration of Life will be held at The House Church, 1601 Coffee Rd., Modesto, CA on June 9th at 11am. You can watch via live feed at the housemodesto.com/live
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Memories and Condolences
for Donnie Moore
Nuria Pritchette
May 26, 2024
Donnie and Cindy´s ministry at Chi Alpha led me to the Lord at UOP in the early 80´s. He is my spiritual Dad and I am so proud of the yielded life he lived for Jesus. He walked what he preached, the full gospel, a spirit filled life which he taught others to live uncompromisingly for the Lord he loved. I remember his courage to always obey the Lord. But more that, his love for all of us was so evident. How he loved and discipled us and enjoyed us so much. He was always full of joy and if we had struggles, he was right there to listen, counsel and pray for us. He made us feel so special. To this day, I remember him always greeting me with a sparkling eyes, a big smile snd saying "Nurriiiaa!" Love you Donnie. Can´t wait to see you again on the other side!
Cliff Kelly, Ph.D.
June 11, 2023
I knew Donnie from his early days as a follower of Jesus Christ, first as a student in classes at University of the Pacific. His first question to me: "Dr. Kelly, who is your Significant Other (the most important influence in your life)?" He figured to trap me into confessing my new commitment to Christ, but it backfired. HE ended up pursuing the Lord, and the rest, as they say, is his Christian history writ very large indeed. No one could minister to hurting youth like Donnie Moore, no one. He led millions to the Throne of God, and after I learned of his passing, I clearly heard our King say: "He's with me now, don't worry." Love him, miss him, honor him forever. Dr. Cliff Kelly
Paul Owens
May 16, 2021
Rest In Peace Brother
Pete Regli
January 17, 2020
I'm sorry that we lost contact over the years. I lived across the hall from Donny and Joe when we lived in the John Ballantyne Dorm at UOP. I have been thinking of Donnie and hoping to someday meet up again only to find out that he is no longer alive. I am thrilled that Donny loved Jesus over the decades as I knew him before he was a Christian and then met him only once after he bacame a Christian.Praise God for a life well lived.
Pete Regli
UOP 1978
November 25, 2019
Rest in love
Kimberly Holland
August 15, 2018
I Wil, miss you
Stacey B.
June 29, 2018
My condolences go to Donnie's family at this time. I know he is in a better place and because of is ministry I came to know the lord as my savior. He is someone that forever changed my life and I'm proud to say that I'm glad out lives crossed paths.
Susan Snyder
June 21, 2018
My condolences to the family, and close friends.
I remember when I was at trinity life center church pastor randy and Pam Greer. U knew so much about what I was going through, yes I was very impressed you are the best, will truly Bebe missed... Stay blessed to the whole family.
Lewis Ballin
June 14, 2018
I personally met Donnie in November of 1984 at Lakeview Assembly. An encounter I will forever remember. God spoke to Donnie that night and Donnie spoke to me about the things God was sharing with him about my life. He baptized me the following Sunday. I will always love Donnie. My prayers for comfort and healing and strength go out his wife Cindy and there three children, Brooke, Anna, and D.J. I will always have great respect, admiration, and love for my Hero Donnie Moore.
Jerry Matuska
June 13, 2018
I am one of those old timers from Lincoln neighborhood church impacted by Donnie and his life. I pray Gods peace and understanding for Cindy and the kids during this difficult time . Donnie will be missed by us all.
Jay Mather
June 12, 2018
It is with Deep Sadness For the Pain and sense of Loss we all Feel But it is with Great Joy That the man of God Has Reached His Destination and Life's Goal of One day Standing at the base of the throne Holding Jesus and Jesus Holding Him. the Lord Saying Well Done My faithful Servant For I'm well pleased with you. I met Donnie at Horizon Community Church where Pastor Stan Russell is. I once Gave Him a Piece of cake He prayed with and for me many times and we were on facebook together. Blessed to Have Known Him and Reassured we will meet again in heaven. He once said Donnie uses Joseph to illustrate the power of a God-given Dream and shares that times and seasons, pain and setbacks, often precede the favor that God bestows in fulfilling the Dream. We have to live through the seasons, realizing that today's problem was included in yesterday's promise. God is Good All the time Our Pain and Tears May seem like that Last for years But Yesterday will soon Be gone and Our future will Live on and On with the King of Kings and lord of all. free of pain forever more, Love you Donnie and the Moore family. May God Bless you and Hold you tight in His arms everyday and Night.
Jeannie Calkins
June 12, 2018
I am blessed to have seen Donnie in person, to see the children respond to his teaching, he touched their hearts and souls with what I can only say was the Holy Spirit working through him. God must have needed another angel... he was the most loving, giving person Ive ever met. My condolences to his family that he loved so very deeply. Praying for all of you -
Stan DeShields
June 10, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss of a husband,father and friend. Donnie impacted my life more than he ever knew. I pray for comfort and peace for your family. Our hope rest in Jesus that we will see him again.
Ricardo Pacheco
June 10, 2018
May God provide comfort to your wife and daughters , thank you for being a influential speaker into my children and my life . You will be missed greatly . In Jesus name we hope to see you again in heaven. Condolences The Pachecos
Fred & Olympia Shelton
June 9, 2018
I truly enjoyed his preaching and Prophesied over me @ Faith Fellowship in San Leandro, Ca
I heard that he was Pastoring in Las Vegas, Nev., and spent years trying to see him in Vegas.
Good Man. Great Pastor
Cynthia Davenport
June 9, 2018
My life will never be the same after going to Radical Reality summer camps. I have walked through lots of forgiveness with the help of Donnie Moore. My prayers for Strength and the Peace of God to his family during this time.
Heather Bryant
June 9, 2018
Praying for Donnies Family! What a loss!! Heaven Gained a life changer!
Lisa Lopez
June 9, 2018
So sorry for your lost you're in my thoughts and prayers
Ulaine Mossette
June 9, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding envelop your lives. God bless you.
Gene Mills
June 9, 2018
Louisiana prayers for Cindy & family! Donnie Moore spoke words of life, healed the hurting and offered the waters of life freely. I am a beneficiary of his legacy and impacting the unique mission field of government because of Donnie's encouragement & support. We celebrate a life well lived but also grieve with friends and family whose void runs deep. May that spirit which he operated under, be granted by double portion to those who mourn today, including my house ! Gene & Blanche Mills
Curtis Smith.
June 8, 2018
Donnie had an impact on my life. I believe in what he stood for and how he loved and ministered to others. He was a blessing. A father to many. We shall someday soon be with him again.
Dan & Leigh Linebarger
June 8, 2018
Our most sincere condolences to his family, friends, and co-laborers. Donnie influenced our lives greatly.
Dr. John B. Warren
June 8, 2018
Donnie was a beloved brother and held a meeting for me in Yuba City he has all my notes on the secret place I prayed over Donnie to have children he called me first and told me God Granted our prayer for children praise God for where he is now John B.Warren , Sr.
Shirley Dudley
June 8, 2018
R.I.P. Donnie.. You will be so missed and Always Loved.. Sleep with the Angels... My heart felt prayers and thoughts to everyone...
Marian Bridges
June 8, 2018
To my family In California;
My heart full of love and sympathy is with you during this sorrowful time. I'm so blessed to know that someone so very special is related to me. Donnie was an amazing man and his legacy will live forever through the many lives he has touched. I'm sorry I can't be present but I will be watching and praying for all of you. God bless you all ❤
Sheree Gerfen-Jenkins
June 8, 2018
My heart goes out to Donnie's family...its broken for you all...God bless you all...I'm praying for you all...sheree from chico
Neise And
June 8, 2018
A Wonderful young man as I met him in 1982 at my very small church, that with Donnie & Cindy involved that small church was busting open windows and doors just packed the young people in at (litle Lincoln Neighborhood church) Oh how the spirit was flowing! One man truly to be missed. I know where he is, & look forward to seeing him again! I'm Soo sorry for your loss. Neisel Anderson
Donna Baber
June 7, 2018
My sincere condolences to Donnie's family and friends on the loss of a very special person. My thought's and prayers are with you at this time. May Donnie rest in peace in heaven with God.
John Antrim
June 7, 2018
Donnie prayed with me to accept Christ in 1992. Since than I have impacted many as well as my own children. Thank you Donnie for being obedient to the Father and never watering down His word. I'll see you again.
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