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Charles Moore Obituary
Salinas - Gavin Moore, 55, passed away peacefully January 22, 2017 in Bakersfield, after a lengthy illness. He was born October 12, 1961.
He is survived by his parents, Beverly "Sue" Swanson & Charley H. Moore; two sisters, Katrina Moore and Susie Barnum; brother, Mark Moore, along with two nephew's, Kyle and Doug Barnum.
He attended Lagunita School and graduated from North County High School. At the age of 21, he started Classy Cab and later Moore's Limousine Service. He loved driving the elderly in a Cadillac to doctors appointments and helping the homeless.
Gavin had a strong passion for life and enjoyed many hobbies. He wanted to keep kids off drugs and worked with Drug Awareness For Youth (DAFY) to provide schools in Monterey County free drug videos for students to watch. His dream was to film one more movie in Hawaii. He organized many fund raisers for people in need and was honored by the Salinas Jaycees as the Humanitarian of the year.
Our hearts are broken to lose our son, brother and uncle, but part of us went with you when God called you home. In life, you made us happy with your positive attitude and nothing can replace the precious memories we have of you. Although we can not see you, you are always on our minds and nothing is the same, but we know that with Jesus Christ we shall all be together again when God calls our name.
His family wants to thank all of his loving friends for their support during his illness, especially Jeff Parker, Richard Wilson, Carl Pacheco, Hank & Al Agostini, David Whitley, Alan Morisoli, David Sadberry and many others... too many to mention.
Arrangements were handled by Basham Funeral Home in Bakersfield.
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Paul Meeks
March 18, 2021
Gavin was one of those guys that had a magnetic personality you couldn't help but love his smile and laugh Gavin and I and my brothers Shane Matt and Danny we're all good friends with Gavin lots of fun at the lake and lots of cruising in the limousine such a fun guy to be around he will definitely be missed
John Stewart
August 27, 2018
Gavin we had good times back in the 80s . I hate to find out of your passing . Thanks for the good times
Timothy warren
August 14, 2018
So sorry to just find out about Gavin Moore,s passing in January of this year2018. I worked with him on the set of 1981mini series East of Eden . I have still pictures of the set one with my self and Gavin in the hills of Gilroy Cal.we were getting ready to film a scene with actress Jane Seymour. What an amazing day that was.Gavin was very easy to work with and a good man. Miss you Gavin. Tim warren production assistant for ABC Television.
Jerry & Cindy Sawyer
February 10, 2018
Sue, Katrina, and Susie, We are very sorry to read of Gavin's passing. He fought his illness so hard for so long. May you each find some little bit of peace knowing the love and care you gave him was nothing short of valiant. And Sue...Gavin could not have had a more dedicated, amazing mother. God bless you all and keep you safe.
Ellen Byng
February 5, 2018
Rest in peace Gavin. Prayers for your loved ones left behind.
Michael Maddix
January 30, 2018
Gavin was a kind soul. I still remember the evening he took us out in his limousine and he was so nice to me.
I pray for peace to be with all of his family at this difficult time.
Tony Bell
January 25, 2018
My prayers and condolences for the family at this time. I was blessed to be able to work for him at Classy Cab and Moore Limousine. He was a good man and I will never forget him.
Brad Anderson
January 24, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
January 23, 2018
Gavin was a good guy I worked with him when I was a very young man doing construction for his dad, He handed me a ice cream cone full of tape mud one time we busted up laughing after I took a bite out of it. I haven't seen you in years but I will never forget you. God speed Gavin Moore.
Chuck Monasmith
John 3.16
Martha(Duncan) Domenighini
January 21, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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