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Arthur Moody Obituary
Art was born to Arthur Maxey Jr. and Martha Harrison Moody on December 17, 1951. He grew up on a dairy farm in Dinwiddie, Virginia with his siblings Susan Chappell (John), Libby Bourne (Ken), Harrison Moody (Debbie), and Nancy Hudgins (Will). He pursued a degree in biology at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. There he met his wife Amanda Linden Moody through the Circle K service club. Art's career path led him from optometry (military and civilian) to tax preparation, and from Philadelphia to Germany to Louisiana to England and then finally to Chester, Virginia. Together, Art and Amanda enjoyed a life of adventure and service that they were able to share with their two children Peter Moody (Sangeun Yu) and Amy Tirrell (Thomas). During his near 20 year battle with cancer, Art joined Team in Training to raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. He cherished the active social justice ministry of the First Congregational Christian United Church of Christ, where he served as treasurer. An avid and skilled genealogist, Art loved bringing his extended family together. A gardener, hiker, and Sierra Club member, he cared deeply about protecting the Earth for future generations. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren: Thomas V & Linden Tirrell and Danto & Caspian Moody. Art was one of a kind: a true lover of life, nature, and other people, and is missed by many.
A celebration of life ceremony is planned for early April; further details will be forthcoming. In lieu of flowers, the family is accepting donations to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through checks or website: https://pages.lls.org/tnt/va/yourway24/donations
Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Moody
30 Entries
Art Ritter
March 10, 2024
I was much saddened to learn of Art´s death, and wanted to express my condolences to Amanda and the rest of his family. You´re all in my thoughts, and I remember Art fondly - a great guy.
Leah Lemanek (fellow traveler)
February 26, 2024
We were fortunate to travel with Arthur and Amanda thru Ecuador and Peru. During the summer of 2023 we explored the Galápagos Islands and Machu Picchu. Arthur was a champion traveler, never skipping a chance to explore.
My condolences to his family, especially the grandchildren who he loved dearly. While I never met them I know them from his stories.
Lois and Tom
February 20, 2024
Tom and I were so sorry to read about Art's death. I recall first meeting Art at William and Mary way back when. Tom and I enjoyed your visit last spring. You were both lucky to have each other. What a good life and a wonderful legacy. We are thinking about you.
Susan Boiko and Marty Schhwartz
February 18, 2024
dear Mandy and family,
How wonderful it was to meet Art and spend time with you in San Diego and Los Angeles. you complemented each other so perfectly with your love of nature, and your kindness and generosity. May Art's memory be a blessing to all, it certainly is to us love, Sue, and Marty.
Paulette M Bordwell
February 16, 2024
Condolences and prayers for Art´s family. I knew Art from the Wilson neighborhood. We rode the same school.
Brian Faison
February 14, 2024
Connie and I are certainly sorry to receive this news and send our condolences to the family. I have fond memories of Art.
As a transplanted service brat with no friends when I first arrived at DCHS, Art almost immediately befriended me. Although our paths diverged over the years, I never forgot the overnight trip to his family farm and the introduction to dairy farming and 5am chores. He was kindhearted and super-intelligent, graduating at the top of our class. His friendship made a lasting impression upon me. I am sure that his reward in Heaven is great.
Brian Faison
Sadie Trivette
February 13, 2024
So sorry to learn of the passing of your brother. May God give you peace at this time of loss... God Bless
Carter
February 13, 2024
Prayers and best wishes to the family. God bless.
Carter L. Marker
Jennifer Jones Rice
February 12, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss. Although I did not know Art well, the entire Moody family was always special to our family. Sending love and prayers to you all.
Dan(ny) Garland
February 12, 2024
Mandy-So sorry to hear of Art's passing....but I am glad to have had the opportunity to know him (Circle K) as well as you. I will always remember him as a kind, generous person. Thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
Lorie Rajput
February 12, 2024
Condolences, he was a wonderful man who will be greatly missed.
Deni Lopez
February 12, 2024
I am so sorry to hear about Arthur's passing. My heart goes out to you. 50 years is powerful... I get it.. I also lost my husband.
Marianne
February 11, 2024
The smile...
I´m so sorry.
With love- Marianne
Doug Macauley
February 11, 2024
A kind and gentle soul it was a blessing to know him
Marilyn and Roger Lovern
February 11, 2024
Amanda, so sorry for your loss, sending comforting thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Greg and Birdie Weisenberger
February 11, 2024
We are sorry to hear Art passed due to covid after his resilient fight against lymphoma. Art was such a kind man who will be greatly missed. Our prayers are for you, Amanda, Peter, Amy and your families during this difficult time.
Kimberly Nagosky
February 11, 2024
Amanda, your true love for God, family, and friends has been walked out and expressed in every hug laugh mile smile and memory made, and that comes easily when you have a beloved partner/ friend/husband alongside you. I am sorry for the loss of new memories with Art and pray that new stories that are shared with your family brings joy comfort and laughter too.
Janet Reames
February 11, 2024
Art was one of kind! He made a difference in his extended family. Art will be missed greatly!
Tom and Janet Pryce
February 11, 2024
Art made a difference. He set an example by working to improve our world.
Art will always be remembered fondly as a good man and a long-time friend.
Lind Reiss
February 11, 2024
Mandy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your precious family during this difficult time. Art was truly a renaissance man. Love to you all, Reinhart and Lind Reiss
Angel
February 11, 2024
Amanda I am so sorry for your loss. Art and you were so kind to my mother. It breaks my heart. I pray for you, your children, and grandchildren.
Angel ' Loan's daughter.
Shirley Cohen
February 11, 2024
Amanda.... I am so so sorry for your loss! Art was a wonderful man. I know you and your family will miss him greatly!
Marths Stone
February 11, 2024
Art was a sweet and kind person. He will be missed. My sympathies to his family and friends.
Everette and Phyllis Prosise
February 11, 2024
Positive thoughts to the Moody family. Art was always a caring member as was the entire Moody family.
We wish you peace and love and strength.
Carolyn Croft Vaughan
February 11, 2024
Libby, thinking of you and your family . Much love being sent your way
Carolyn Croft Vaughan
Andrew, Kim, Parrish & Carrington
February 11, 2024
Love and hugs to Amanda, Peter, Amy, and the rest of Art´s beautiful family during this time. We love and miss him already.
Isaac Lewin
February 11, 2024
We´ll miss Art.
Sandra Shockley
February 11, 2024
Art was a good friend to everyone, loyal and kind. He was so proud of those sweet grandchildren! I am praying for God to surround his family with comfort and peace.
Pamela Francis
February 11, 2024
Art was a kind and devoted family man who loved life and his God and family unconditionally. He will be missed by so many. He now is resting with the Lord in his new healthy heavenly body free of pain. My life is better for having known him.
Vivian Jones Gosey
February 11, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. He was an accomplished man and well loved. I know he will be greatly missed. We are praying comfort for you all.
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