WILLIS MOORE
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IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Willis Lee Moore, 73, of Idaho Falls, died June 9, 2008, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center of a brain injury received from a fall.
He was born June 30, 1934, in Idaho Falls to Willard A. Moore and Edris Lee Moore. He grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from Ririe High School.
On December 3, 1955, he married Verenna J. Skinner in Rigby. Their marriage was solemnized in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple on February 14, 1970. They lived in Rigby until moving to Idaho Falls about 45 years ago. He worked at Reed Drug in Rigby, Idaho Falls Bedding Company, and as a boiler plant operator at INEEL.
He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in numerous callings including Elders Quorum President, Ward and Stake Mission Leader, Counselor in the Bishopric, Ward Clerk, High Priest Group Leader, and as a temple worker.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, reading, golf, and music. Willis especially loved spending time with his grandchildren; Jessica, Scott, Ember, Shannon, Heather, Spencer, and Steven.
Survivors include:
Wife: Verenna Moore, Idaho Falls, ID
Daughter: Jeannie (Terry) Allen, Denver, CO
Daughter: Nancy (Paul) Lords, Ammon, ID
Brother: Stanley Moore, Wenatchee, WA
Sister: Donna Casper, Grant, ID
7 Grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral Services will be held at 12 Noon Friday, June 13, 2008, at the Idaho Falls LDS North Stake Center, 955 Memorial Drive, with Bishop Cloyd Jones of the 18th Ward officiating. The family will visit with friends on Thursday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Wood East Side, 963 S. Ammon, and on Friday from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. at the church.
Burial will be in the Ririe-Shelton Cemetery.
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Condolences received online:
Julie Suter
jsuter@cox.net
Dear Family,
I understand so well the hardship you and your family have gone through for the last several weeks. As you probably know Aunt Nina died in my home and was in a coma for 10 days. So I understand. Please accept our deepest sympathy, we all mourn his loss. We the Children of the Lee family were all very close as children, so the loss of one is a loss for all of us. We are losing many of our family in this time period, I can only think, there is much for our family to do on the other side that pertains to our family. You have been in our prayers and will continue to be there.
Love, Julie Suter
Sherri Webster
sherri@websterfam.net
No words can express how much Mr. Moore means to our family and how much he will be missed. Looking out our front window will never be the same.
Mrs. Moore, we love you and our hearts go out to you, Jeannie, Nancy and families.
Love always,
Ryan, Sherri, Max and Alex
Carol Haddon
hadduc@ida.net
Verenna and Family,
With Deepest Sympathy, Your Husband, Father, and Grand Father will live on in my heart, because of his great smile, the kindness he showed, the comfort he shared with others and the love for his wonderful wife, Verenna. He made a difference in my life.
Carol Haddon
Garry Guymon
garryguymon@gmail.com
I received word of Willis's passing today and wish to send our love, condolence and a prayer of peace to all in his family. I have not seen Willis for many years but still remember the times we had playing together as young boys. May the peace of our Father In Heaven rest with each of you at this time of sorrow.
Garry Guymon
Sue Hall
hallsl@live.com
I would like to tell the family how very sorry I am for your loss. Willie was a great man. I worked with him at the boiler house at the INL for many years. He was the first partner on crew that I was placed with. He taught me allot. With his help I qualified as Senior Operator in Utilities. I sure missed him when he left but I was glad that he got to retire and spend time with his family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Etta and Terry Lee
terrylee38@msn.com
Dear Verenna and family,
We were saddened to hear of Willis's accident and subsequent death. Even thou it has been a long time since we have seen you and your family, we have fond memories of him and his family. He was and is the salt of the earth and we will miss him until we meet again on the other side. I know the Lord will comfort you and your family with His Spirit. Wishing you all the best under these circustances that you have had for the past while.
Love,
Etta (Edris's sister-in-law) and Terry (cousin) Lee
Colleen Suitter
justwe3girls06@yahoo.com
Verenna and family I am so sorry that I did not know that you had lost Willis. I was out of town and just found out. I tried to call and did not get you. Please know that I understand and accept my sincere sympathy.
May Father in Heaven bless you and give you strength.
My love, Colleen Suitter & family