Mr. Andrew Nello “Drew / Tamboo” Moore was born to Isaiah Moore, Jr. and Rhoda Johnson-Taylor on June 3, 1977 in Sumter County.

He transitioned to his heavenly home on Tuesday, March 9, 2021. A 1995 graduate of Furman High School where he lettered in football and track. He was voted (senior superlative). Upon graduating from Furman, he attended Benedict College in Columbia, SC; where he was a member of the reestablished Benedict Tigers football team.

He gained a passion for selling cars, driving 18-wheelers and cooking. He enjoyed hosting family gatherings. A family man and always made it a top priority to keep everyone close. He was his children’s biggest fan and supporter.

He leaves to cherish his parents Rhoda Johnson-Taylor of Travelers Rest, SC and Isaiah (Charlene) Moore, Jr. of Sumter, SC; three children Grayson Moore, Karlie Moore and Zemira Moore of the Upstate. Four brothers Isaiah (Jennifer) Moore III of Lexington, NC; Terrance (Kayla) Gipson of Sumter, SC; Casadine (Shanika) Moore of Inman, SC and Cedric (Kelly) Gipson of GA. Two sisters Kazia Moore of Travelers Rest, SC and Kendra (Aaron) Haggins of Columbia, SC. Maternal grandmother Essie M. Wells of Pinewood, SC., two special and dear aunts Luvivian Moore of Pinewood, SC and Mattie L. Johnson of Sumter, SC; a god brother Jonathan Andre Cannon and the Cannon family of NC; a host of other relatives and friends. He also leaves behind a loving fiancée Avery Holland and the mother of his son (Grayson) Quianna Poole.

Viewing will be held on Friday, March 19, 4:00-6:00 PM., Kingdom Builders Church, 621 W. Liberty St., Sumter.

Graveside Services will be held on Saturday, March 20 at 1:00 PM., Antioch Memorial Garden, 10026 River Road, Pinewood, SC; with Bishop Willie Green and Reverend Cheryl Gadsen, Eulogist.

The family is receiving visitors at the home, 4298 N. Lake Cherryvale Drive, Sumter, SC; starting Wednesday, March 17 from 4-7 PM.

Please adhere to all COVID-19 precautions.

Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg, SC; in charge of arrangements.

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