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Melissa Moore
SPRINGFIELD - Melissa Moore, 61, of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at her home.
Melissa was born on October 16, 1951, in Springfield, the daughter of Robert and Billie Warden Moore.
She retired from Lincoln Land Community College where she worked in the Accounts Payable Department. She loved spending time with her family. Whether it was a school function or sporting event, she was always there to cheer you on. For her family that lived, she made sure you knew that she was always thinking of you. She loved to read and had a passion for History. She enjoyed watching the St. Louis Cardinals, NASCAR, golf and music. She also had a big heart for dogs and she was a supporter of the Animal Protective League for many years.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Mark and Matthew Moore; brother-in-law, Paul Beeson Jr.; and a nephew, Jacob Moore.
She is survived by one sister, Luellen Beeson of Harristown; two brothers, Luke (Rhonda) Moore of Paducah, KY and John (Dawn) Moore of Springfield; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 24, 2013, at Oak Ridge Cemetery with Vaughn Beeman officiating.
Ellinger-Kunz & Park Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 530 N. 5th St., Springfield IL 62702 is in charge of arrangements. Visit our online obituary at www.ellingerkunzfuneralhome.com.
She had such a sweet personality and a giving heart. We love you Lissa, you will be forever in our hearts.
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for Melissa MOORE
Beth Buerkett
May 24, 2013
Melissa was truly a beautiful person on the inside and out. May God bless and comfort her family at this difficult time! Melissa will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by so many of us!
Kathie Wozniak
May 24, 2013
It was an honor and a privilege to know and work with Melissa. A truly lovely, helpful, kind and thoughtful person. My sincere condolences to her family that she loved so dearly.
Matthew Moore
May 23, 2013
Love you Aunt Lissa you will forever be in my heart and missed.
Barbara Thomas
May 22, 2013
Melissa was one of the kindest, most generous people I have ever known. Her family meant everything to her. Heaven has another angel to watch over us.
Colette Hulce
May 22, 2013
I had worked with Melissa at LLCC and I remember how important her family was to her and would speak of them often. She will be greatly missed.
Luke & Rhonda Moore
May 22, 2013
Lissa we love and miss you so much already. WE know you are now in heaven with our family already there.
Judy Wagenblast
May 21, 2013
My condolences to Melissa's family.
At LLCC, she was one of the most friendly people we worked with, always patient and willing to explain. It's sad that she was able to have only a short retirement.
She's in my memory book as a wonderful person!
All together at the cabin.
Luke and Rhonda Moore
May 21, 2013
Bonnie (George) Boggs
May 21, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of Cousin Melissa's passing. Melissa had a heart of gold and will be sadly missed.
Cody Ellis
May 21, 2013
Rest in Peace Aunt Lissa
Twila Ellis
May 21, 2013
You are going to be missed so much. Love you. Twila,Ronnie,Dusty and Cody.
christa and elijah
May 21, 2013
Didn't known you that well meet you once at Holly's. You were a sweet lady.Will be missed by many.
Darla Cochran
May 21, 2013
So blessed to have known, Melissa. The world is a sadder place without her smile.
Jan Terry
May 21, 2013
Melissa was and is a true sweetheart. May God bless and comfort your family, Melissa. Our lives were better because you were in them.
Lu Beeson
May 21, 2013
Miss and love you Lissa,
Lu and Bob
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