Louise Revella Moore

Mrs. Louise Revella Moore was born Louise Revella Carter,July 5, 1926,to the late Elsie Carter in Pennsylvania County,Va. She departed this world on Tuesday,November 24, 2009,suddenly at her home in Richmond,VA. She was preceded in death by her husband,Joseph D. Moore and her daughters Shirley Waller,Catherine Moore and Dorothy Carter. She leaves to cherish her memory one surviving daughter;Dr. Anne Bowers od Dover,Pa,a devoted sister,Minister Bernice(Bert)C. Truesdale,and a beloved brother Paul Carter.Mrs. Moore attended the public school system of Pennsylvania County,VA. She completed her high school education at Danville Public Schools. Louise Moore was an active member of the Pentecostal Church in Dinbee,Va. In 1944,she married Joseph D. Moore and moved to Newport News,VA. Mrs Moore worked for Howard Johnson Hotel and Travel Lodge as the Head Housekeeper until 1975 when she retired to stay at home and assist her daughter in raising her grandchildren.From 1975-1996 Louise resided in Newark,New Jersey. Louise was a "helper". She cared for and loved many children during her life as she operated a child care center out of the home. She had a gift for dealing with slow developing minds. She will be remembered for the children she nurtured to talk,walk,sit still and behave before there were ever labels such as ADHD or Ritalin. Louise knew how to love a child out of a disorder.Louise was a long time volunteer with Girl Scounts of America. Louise was a co-leader with her daughter Shirley Waller. Upon the death of her youngest daughter Shirley in 1996,she returned to Virginia,choosing to live in Richmond and to be close to her sister and daughter. This,once again,put her close to one of her favorite places,The James River. She loved fishing. This was second only to her other passion,slots. Atlantic City was her favorite weekend getaway.Louise was also a giver,always trying her best to do for anyone with a need within her scope. Her last act of kindness occurred within minutes of her death as she made sure that her family had everything needed to prepare Thanksgiving dinner. Giving to others gave her great joy!As with all great leaders,Louise has handed off the baton. Will you take it and run as she did? Rest in peace Louise!

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Louise Revella Moore

July 5, 1926 - November 24, 2009