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Joe Brooks-Moore Obituary

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JOE ANN BROOKS-MOORE

Joe Ann Brooks-Moore, affectionately called "beautiful" by her husband and "Gaga" by her great grandchildren went to be with the Lord in her heavenly home on Saturday, January 22, 2022. She was dearly loved, and she doted on her family endlessly. Born June 13, 1947, to the late Louise Brooks Smith and Joseph Smith. Beloved wife of Hardrick Moore; devoted mother of Tia (William); cherished grand- mother of Lauren, Troy, and London; great grandmother of Zaylon, Zakhi, Storm, and Zori Joe Ann. Friends may visit with the family Monday, February 7, 2022, from 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Highland Park, 6801 Sheriff Road, Landover, MD. Interment to follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD.

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Published by The Washington Post from Jan. 31 to Feb. 4, 2022.

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Peggy Lloyd

January 25, 2023

Joe Ann was one of my high school classmates. She was a sweet, shy and lovely young lady. She was voted the best dressed in our class year book. She will be missed by all. Praying for her family.

Joan Martin Smith

February 6, 2022

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. She will be missed. JoAnn was a Jewel.

Carlton Williams and Family

February 5, 2022

We are sending our sincere condolences to the Family. Joanne was such a sweet Woman and always greeted us with a smile, we will cherish her memories forever and continue to keep the family in our prayers. May God bless you and keep you in his loving arms. Much love.

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Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Highland Park

6801 Sheriff Road, Landover, MD

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7

Service

11:00 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Highland Park

6801 Sheriff Road, Landover, MD

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3439 Livingston Road, Indian Head, MD 20640

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