Monte D. Moore

Monte Moore Obituary

Monte D. MOORE Monte D. Moore of Ravensdale Washington, born to Jake and Ola Moore on April 8th 1942, sadly passed away on July 17, 2010 with his family members at his bed side. Words cannot describe how your legacy has forever touched our hearts. Thank you for being a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend to us all. You will not be forgotten and will be missed dearly. Monte met his wife Karen in 1963 and they married shortly thereaf ter, residing in Renton Washing ton. He worked many years at various jobs in the construction field, started as a construction apprentice and later as a super visor and partner at J.R. Keyes Co, Inc in Tukwila. In 1977 Monte started his own construction com pany with partners Chris Funk and Harold Rose, under the name of M.D. Moore Co. Inc, where he loved being his own boss. After retiring in 1997 due to health reasons, he still continued to work on many projects at home, and was always busy doing some thing. Along with his home pro jects, he enjoyed collecting and restoring old cars. Monte was a board member of the Crown Vic toria Association, and a member of the Maple Valley Street Rats. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Karen, daughter Kimberly Siegrist (Dave) of Renton Washington, daughter Tina Kiger (Ken) of Merritt Island Florida, and son Duane Moore (Annette) of Fort Collins Colorado, 3 grandchildren Brandon, Matt, Noah, 3 sisters Dorothy, Barbara, Beverly and 1 brother Glen. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. A memorial and celebration of life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 27 at the River of Life Fellowship, 10615 SE 216th Street, Kent Washington

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Published by The Seattle Times from Jul. 23 to Jul. 24, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Monte Moore

8 Entries

Maynard Engeland

July 31, 2010

I did not know Monte but the memorial service was very enlightening. I knew that Monte and Karen were generous and the slide presentation proved that. 47 years of marriage in today's world is rare but showed a high level of commitment by Monte and Karen. The love of family by Monte was obvious. He has left a lot of good memories. My best to Karen who I have known from childhood as a friend and neighbor and a classmate graduating from Renton High School in 1960.

Tina Kiger

July 26, 2010

Dad, you were the best dad ever and was always proud you were my dad. I know I didn't always do the right things in life, but you loved me anyways. You gave me incredible experiences, tons of memories, lots of advice, and loved to help us in any way that you could. You are a very special father and grandfather to me, Ken, Matthew and Noah, and we will miss you very much. I love you dad and will keep our memories very close to my heart. XXOO, Love Tina

Carolyn & Joe McElrea

July 25, 2010

I'm not sure if you will remember us, but Joe and I have so many fond memories of the many buggy runs with the Moores and the Webbs. Monte will surely be missed but the memories will be forever with us. Our prayers to you Karen and the kids. Love, Joe and Carolyn McElrea

July 23, 2010

Uncle "Moddy".. I honestly can say that I do not remember a single time that we went camping, that we weren't with your family & Debbie & Wayne..Motorhomes loaded up tight with trailors pulling an even bigger load. Dunebuggys,Baja bugs,Sandrails,Jeeps,dirtBikes,3wheelers & quads..I have many good memories of you & my Dad(Your "sweetie")teasing each others 'riding abilities' as you raced up the dunes in your paddle-tires & the Mtn's in your terra-tires..And then again later in the night teasing each others' backgammon skills at the table in the motorhome that had the little sign "reserved for backgammon" that you or Dad pilfered in Reno..And us all around the final campfire at night as you sang & played your guitar. we've had fun in the mts, especialy at Liberty where we swam in the cold river & hours in the mtn trails,even longer when you broke your transmission in the dunebuggy.Leaving it way back in the hills,you& Dad having to go back to retreive it,& not getting back to camp til very late. And you teasing Dad yet again.Saying you "just wanted to make Deano feel manly & important!" And that "He'd better appreciate your efforts to go all out for him!" We've had a blast at Moses Lake swimming & riding all day under the hot sun with the smell of Sage underneath us. And Sandlakes,Florence & the Oregan dunes. By dragging us kids along on your quests for adventure you & Dad gave us wonderful childhood memories. Of course Mom & Aunt Karen weren't dragged along. They were right in there, which was pretty cheeky cool! They didn't have to burn their bra's back then, they were too busy following their men burning rubber all over the place in the campers with kids hanging from the windows! Anyhow, I just want to say that you were such a positive influence. As a family man, & the most sarcastic sense of humor in your laid back way. My Mom & I were talking the other night & we both agree..That after a joyful reunion (even more funner than our "Moore reunions") that you got that mischievous look in your eye that you were known for..And said, "Hey there sweetie! Just because you've been here in Heaven longer doesn't mean you've got one up on me..I'm still the best!" And the first thing you two do together again right away,is ride off into the sunset together scouting out for the "perfect ride". After being bound with Parkinsons disease & chronic pain, those other things could wait. You have bigger hills to climb, no pain this time, no limitations. Just pure joy. You are able now, and it's good to be free! To my cousins Kim, Tina & Duane who I had a blast sharing those memories with, & Aunt Karen..You are truly in my prayers, I know how devestated you are. Keep this close to your heart..That your Dad is no longer bound to the couch with chronic pain, he is back to doing those things that he enjoyed & was forced to give up due to pain.He'll be pretty busy til you get there,but We know he can't wait to have you all back with him. And the opportunity to show off in front of you Grandkids,and of course teasing you without mercy again! God Bless you Aunt Karen, Kim, Tina, Duane & his beloved grandkids.. Cousin Tami

Debbie Miller

July 23, 2010

Uncle Monte, I am so blessed to have you in my life. As a young girl, I thought you were the most handsome man in the world (besides my dad) and you treated me so special. You were always quiet, serious, and a very good person and you set a great example for everyone. I am so glad that we had all the fun that we had camping with family and riding in the sand and enjoying the family get togethers. I especially loved it when you sang at the campfires. You are loved so much by everyone. You will be greatly missed and we will keep your memory alive in our hearts. Love Debbie

Dorothy Gray

July 23, 2010

You know how much I love you and you will surely be missed. I was so blessed to have you as a brother and I will see you in heaven, when I am called home. I'm sure the Lord called you home because he had projects for you to do. We will continue to have family reunions in your honor and they will not be as fun as yours. Love Sister Dorothy.

July 23, 2010

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the Moore & Kiger families during this difficult time." Andy & Chris Hospodar & sons (Youngstown/Cleveland Ohio)

Darren Marweg

July 23, 2010

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

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