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Mary Frances Moore Obituary
She was the wife of the late Winford Moore Sr. and the daughter of Mr. Charlie Lee and Mrs. Cordie Bethel Lee, both deceased. She was a member of Queen's Chapel AME Church.
Survivors include her sons, Terry Moore (Shelby), Charles Moore and Benji Moore (Mary), all of Burlington; one daughter, Teresa Moore of the home; one brother, Lawrence W. Lee Sr. (Faye) of Burlington; three sisters, Glenda Lee and Shirley Degraffenried (Redell) all of Burlington and Pearl Stewart of Whitsett; special niece, Vickie Jones of Newburg, N.Y.; special friend, Janice Myrick of Burlington; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild and one daughter-in-law, Beverly Moore of Burlington.
She was preceded in death by one daughter, Denise Moore; one son, Stevie Moore; two brothers, William and Eugene Lee Sr. and two sisters, Annie Mae Leath and Virginia Beasley.
Public viewing will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Sharpe Funeral Home.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 13 at Morgantown Baptist Church with the Rev. Vernon P. Burns performing the eulogy. Burial will be in North Lawn Cemetery.
Visitation will be 30 minutes prior to the service at the church on Sunday. At other times the family will receive friends at the home.
Support and services provided by Sharpe Funeral Home Inc. Condolences may be sent to [email protected]
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Frances Moore
Robert Moore
March 21, 2011
My Prayers are with the Family on this sad day. I will greatly miss Aunt Frances. Your Nephew Robert Boyd Moore and Family. ( Gaithersburg,Maryland)
James and Donna Oliver
March 13, 2011
James and I were so saddened to hear of the passing of our dear friend and loved one, Frances. We have known her all of our lives and she was always a Christian lady with an angelic voice. She shared her God-given talent at my daddy's funeral in 1972. What comfort she brought to us during our time of loss. She will now be singing in God's Heavenly Choir and oh how the angels will be rejoicing.
May God bless the family with peace, love and comfort during this time of great loss. May each of you find comfort in knowing that your Mom, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt was loved by many and will be missed by many as well. She was a very loving and caring human being who had many friends.
May God bless each of you and keep you in His care.
Summer Skyy
March 13, 2011
You will truely be missed Grandma Moore, but NEVER forgotten. I know you are in a better place now. I love you very much & you will always be in my heart. Rest In Peace.
Wanda S. Graves
March 12, 2011
My deepest sympathy to you all. God will give you the strength to survive your Great Loss.
susie pinnix
March 12, 2011
our prayer with you,ms frances will be miss.
Billie Whitaker
March 12, 2011
Teresa,so very sorry for your loss.You and family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Annie Brown Wiley
March 12, 2011
Sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom, my heart and my prayers are with you.
Betty Alston
March 12, 2011
Terry, Teresa, Charles & Benji and Extended Family Mbrs: My heart goes out to all of you at this precious time. I want you all to know that even though I am not there in body I am there in spirit. I loved Miss Frances and I will miss seeing her when I come home. I will cherish my last conversation with her just a few weeks ago. When I would call her she would always "Betty Jean I was just thinking about you; I miss you" and she would tell me to come and see her when I get home and I would say you know I will and; the call would end with us telling each other " I love you".. That is how I am going to remeber her...My Prayers goes out to all of you...I will miss you My Frances.. I love you !!!!
Tommie Smith
March 12, 2011
I am sorry to hear of your "Great Loss." Frances has no more pain and worries. That radiant smile, joyful laugh,and encouraging words are all taken with her as "She has gone to be with God." Hold on to your good memories as God's "New Angel" begins her new duties.
Love,
Butch
Mahatha M (Chuck) Oliver, Sr. and Josephine E. Isley Oliver & Family
March 12, 2011
To The Lee-Moore Families: Its hard to undestand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing that Mary Francis Lee Moore enjoyed a well-lived life and is reputed to be a peace-loving person. Most importantly, cousin Francis exemplified unique faithfulness and dedication to her family, church, friends, and community. Her life has changed .... but not ended. She lies in State with grace and dignity in death. Francis has gained and is enjoying her well-earned dwelling place in Heaven. Please know that no matter how alone you may feel - - - you're not. We are here for you!
In loving memories and with heartfelt sympathy - Mahatha M. (Chuck) Oliver, Sr. and Josephine E. Isley Oliver & Family.
Jack Long
March 12, 2011
To the Lee-Moore families my prayers are with you all in your time of grief,look to God for understanding,and we all share in your loss.
Michelle(Chrisp), Clayton Kirkpatrick
March 12, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Danita White
March 12, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Barbara Jean Enoch-Daye
March 12, 2011
Words can not express how I felt when I heard the news of Frances passing. My heart goes out to her children and family. Trust in the Lord in all you do.
May the Lord continue to bless this family now and forever. Blessings!
Mack Thompson
March 12, 2011
Very good thoughts with appreciation of a very good person from a very good family who always cherished GOD.....
Graves&Vanessa Packingham
March 12, 2011
Teresa,Janice,and Family.God is our refuge,and strength,a very present help in trouble.Psalms 46:1 {Life presents no problems that Christ cannot solve!!!
Glenda Clinkscales Dennis
March 12, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Polly Goins- Leath
March 11, 2011
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your mother I hope these words will help you find comfort.
When you feel discouraged, and find that you are lost.
God is always waiting. Remember, His son paid the cost.
When days are sad and gloomy ... you feel you can't go on.
But God is just a prayer away, like the breaking of the dawn.
When your heart is in trouble, and the tears won't seem to quit,
Just take it to the Lord in prayer, He, will help you make it.
For God is always in control, when troubles flood your way,
Just take it to Him in prayer, He's there both night and day.
Put your problems in God's hands, for He knows what is best.
He will be your daily guide, for this I can attest.
Benjamin Moore
March 11, 2011
To Terry, Teresa, Charles, Benjie , May God comfort your hearts during this trying time. Much love"""" Benjamin & Yvonne Moore and family. (Charlotte, N C
Melinda Bothuell
March 11, 2011
You will sadly be missed.I will also miss calling you on March 26, tell each other Happy Birthday. God has a great party planned for you this year. I love you and God Bless.
Missi & Family
March 11, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
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