Homegoing Celebration In Loving Memory of Donald “Don” Ray Moore Celebration of Life Friday March 29, 2024 11:00 a.m. Breakthrough COGIC 22620 GoldenCrest Dr. Suite 104~110 Moreno Valley, CA 92553 Sunrise: October 16, 1944 ~ Sunset: March 11, 2024
Obituary Donald “Don” Ray Moore was born October 16, 1944 in Wisner, Louisiana to Alex Moore Jr. and Liza “Leola” Sullivan. He was the only child of this union. Donald attended Lincoln High School in Port Arthur, Texas where he enjoyed playing football. He graduated June 2, 1965. In his early life, Donald found Christ and accepted him as his savior. In June 1967, Don was drafted into the U.S. Army. He served two years in Vietnam before he was honorably discharged in 1969, due to being wounded in combat. That same year he wed Scarlett Scott, and March 31, 1973 his first child Dawnea Moore (Smith) was born. October 2, 1975 his second child, Dienisha Moore was born to Lillie Clayborn (Moore). November 9,1978 his twin daughters DeWanda and DeShanda Moore were born. On August 21,1984 Don and Lillie were officially wed. In 1989, they adopted their fifth and last child, Damion Sims, whom they loved and cared for as their own. Donald was a great provider for his family and worked various jobs throughout his life, including steel making and truck driving. He enjoyed working on cars in his spare time and was known as the neighborhood mechanic. He also enjoyed grilling and was an excellent cook! Don retired from his last occupation, as a bus driver in 1996. He lived out his last days happily married, raising his children and grandchildren. His proudest accomplishment was becoming a greatgrandfather. Don was preceded in death by: Alex Moore (father), Leola Sullivan (mother), DeShanda Moore (daughter), Angie Moore (sister), Patricia Hughes (sister), and Scarlett Scott (ex-wife). Donald’s spirit remains with those he left behind. Wife: Lillie Moore Children: Dawnea, Charles (son-in-law), Dienisha, DeWanda, and Damion Grandchildren: Lauren, Charles G.(grandson-in-law), Mauricia, Maurice Jr., Markise, Markishea, Aaron, Marnay, Marshay, Kaeloni, Scarlett, and Ashlynn Great-grandchildren: Josiah, Julius, Amari, and Charleigh Siblings: Charlotte Moore, Beverly King, Derek Moore, R.C Clayborn (brother-in-law), Lester Clayborn (brother-in-law), Robert King Sr. (brother-in-law) And a host of more family members and friends.
Service Processional Order my steps in your word (song to be played: GWMA Women of Worship) Scripture Reading.................................................................................Aria Davis Old Testament Psalms 23 New Testament 2 Timothy 4:6-8 Prayer of Comfor.................................................................................Aria Davis Solo Song.........................................................................................Christa Smith Slide Show.............................................................................................(7-8 mins) Songs:...... I Can Only Imagine (MercyMe) & Better Days (Le’Andria Johnson) Dedication to My Husband & Memories of Papa........................Nicole Austin Remark............................................................................................(2 mins each) Acknowledgment...........................................Family Thank You - Nicole Austin Obituary Reading ......................................................................Hattie Roberson Solo Song .......................................................................................Christa Smith Eulogy..................................................................................Paster Charles Smith Final Viewing &.Song:................................... Going Up Younder by Mike Jones
Dedication to My Husband There aren’t enough words to express how I feel. I could always count on you to be genuine in my life. We’ve experienced highs and low together, and I feel alone when we’re apart. Together we’ve endured the years, and at the end of the day, I yearn to embrace you. I’m honored to be your wife and friend And if I had the chance, I’d do it all again. My love for you will never end. Memories of Papa “When I was just a little girl Papa used to be one of my favorite men in the world. I used to feel so loved by him.” -Lauren “My dopest memory with Pops is him giving me the game of life. He used to say never get too high or too low.” -Markise “I loved when Papa took me fishing.” -Newy “My Papa always kept it 100.” -Marnay “He was the nicest mean person I know. He used to say, ‘If you had a brain, you’d be dangerous!’” -Kaeloni “I miss Papa saying, ‘Back in my day…’” -Marshay “Papa’s fishing trips were dope.” -Maurice Jr. “I will forever miss Papa saying, “Don’t start with me Jean!” - Mauricia “I think when I was born, Papa smiled the most” - Ashlynn
Acknowledgment Nothing is more satisfying than receiving acts of kindness during a difficult moment, amid God’s mercy and peace. We thank everyone who has shown care and compassion in so many different ways, and we send our prayers and blessings your way. Maurice Sewell Jr. Markise Sewell Aaron Rodgers Leon Clayborn Nicholas Clayborn Kenneth Appleton Jr. Active pallbearers Honorary pallbearers This is My Day No one in the world Has one exactly like it. It completes my joy. No more fruitless worries. They are all put away, and Nothing can spoil today. I have done my best, And now I take my rest! Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow Yesterday, I was with you; Such joy and love we shared. I never knew my new life Would be so brief; But the bliss I enjoy, to me is sweet relief. Today, I am absent from you. Fret not of my end; I was prepared. I am in the presence of My Lord and King, Where my soul awaits judgment, and hearts await to sing. Tomorrow, we will be together again; Your hearts no more despaired. We will rise above the darkness, And a brighter day to see; We shall hold hands and see Jesus, And in Heaven live eternally. So, for yesterday, be thankful; For today, be encouraged in faith; And remember, tomorrow is just a day away, And soon we will be face to face. Damion Sims Corey Herring