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Obituary For Edith Olivia Jay Moore
Edith Olivia Jay Moore, age 90, of Durham, NC passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 22, 2024. She was born April 29, 1934 to the late Thomas and Ruth Jay. She was the 12th child of 15 siblings. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her siblings, Era Wallace, Emma Jay, Ida Cates, Ivory Jay, Otis Jay, James Jay, Marion Henderson, Velma Goodwyn, Mack Jay, Sue Thomas and Wallace Jay.
She graduated from Person County High School in 1952. She was married to the late George T. Moore Sr of Durham NC. To this union two children were born.
She was employed at Duke University Medical Center of Durham NC in various positions retiring as a Phlebotomist Supervisor after 36 years.
She is survived by her son, George T. Moore Jr.(Lisa) of Raleigh NC, her daughter, Sandra G. Moore of Durham NC. She is also survived by her grandsons Myles Moore of Raleigh, NC and Jaylin Moore of Durham, NC. Her surviving siblings, Bessie Lee of Roxboro, NC, Beulah Thomas of East Orange, New Jersey, and Dorothy Lunsford (Meryl) of Roxboro, NC and a host of family and friends.
Funeral services will be held Friday, September 27 at 1:00 pm at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Bahama, NC. Visitation will occur one hour prior to the service.
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Patrick T Lee sent Small Garden Dish for Edith Olivia Jay Moore - September 26, 2024
GT and Sandra Our deepest sympathies. We loved and will miss Aunt Edith. Love, Cousin Todd & Greg
Living Spirit Dishgarden was sent for Edith Olivia Jay Moore - September 26, 2024
Johnny Lunsford sent The Peace Lily for Edith Olivia Jay Moore - September 25, 2024
In memory of Aunt Edith From Lisa, Olivia and Johnny Lunsford
Pink Tribute Spray was sent for Edith Olivia Jay Moore - September 24, 2024
George,Lisa,Myles and Family. Sincere condolences to you during this difficult time. May God forever bless and keep you in His care. Bettie Branch
Expressions of Love and Sympathy to you and Your Family Wright Family Linda Sylvia and amary
We have been blessed to have one of God's angels to share family love and joyous times. May God cover you with comfort and strength always. Merriell & Minnie
Thoughts of Sympathy and Love are being sent to you, as well as Prayers for Strength and Comfort.
Edna J. & Ewell Kennedy Jr. and Family
To The Edith Olivia Jay Moore Family
Don't know you that well, but know I am related through Aunt Ruth who was my mom, Christine Thompson's grandmother. I remember this family coming to my mother's funeral when she passed away and was buried in Roxboro, NC. Anyway may God give you the strength you need during this time as you grieve, her children and other family. Philippians 4:13. 🙏 go out to you during this time. Violet & Ethel Williams Family of Newark, NJ
To the Moore Family - it is so hard losing a mother. My heart aches for you however you have beautiful memories that you can hold on to. Our deepest condolences to you. Carl and Gwen Hodges
Sincere condolences to the Edith Moore family. Keeping you in prayer. Memories of my visit to pray with Mrs. Moore and Sandra in place of communion.
Praying for you all. -Renee Jones
Aunt Edith I will miss you and I had so more memories with you and I love you and cousin Sandra and GT and Family I will each one of you in my prayers and love y'all as well - Paige A. Lee
George and Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. Edith was always very nice and pleasant to be around and was always had the most beautiful smile. She touched lots of lives and was beautiful inside and out. May her precious memories comfort you and give you all strength in the days ahead. Asking God to wrap His loving arms around each of you. Prayers, hugs and much love to all. Diane Cox
George and Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. Edith was always very nice and pleasant to be around and was always had the most beautiful smile. She touched lots of lives and was beautiful inside and out. May her precious memories comfort you and give you all strength in the days ahead. Asking God to wrap His loving arms around each of you. Prayers, hugs and much love to all.
George, Myles, Jalen, Sandra and Lisa, so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers and Condolences to you all! May you seek comfort in your memories and hold on to family during your time of bereavement. Portia and family
Aunt Edith, we are really going to miss you but you're in a better place resting in your heavenly home. Sandra and GT you are all in our prayers. Leroy & Sandra Cates, Pam, Lisa and Jeffrey, Ashley &Kendrick Ross, Amber and Poppi, Brandon
Grandma ( Aunt Edith), words can`t explain how much i miss you. San,GT and Family, you all are in our prayers as you go through this difficult time. Leo, Mamie and Kierstin Jay
May the family find comfort during this very difficult time 🙏 George and Sandra nothing can be so painful as losing a mother. You and George have my deepest sympathy and may she rest in heaven. ❤️ Barbara webb Edwards AND family
During this difficult time, just know your extended family is praying for you. Mrs. Edith was a joy, full of laughter and cheer. Thank you for sharing her with us.
Sandy, GT, and families; Words can never express the emotions when a loved one passes! I'm praying for your comfort during this time and pray that you know the impact Aunt Edith made in this life. She leaves so many loving memories and a living testimony in the lives of you and GT. In deepest sympathy; Wanda Goodwyn and Jasmine Roseboro
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