On Thursday, June 4, 2026, God reached down from heaven and selected one of His precious creations to join him in heaven. Lucy Moore, 97, departed this earthly life to receive her heavenly reward. As an only child, Lucy was born April 14, 1929, in Forkland, AL. to the union of James and Susie Woods. Lucy was an only child.
Lucy attended Berdine Jr. High School in Forkland furthered her education at Greene County Training School in Boligee, AL. Lucy accepted Christ as her personal Lord and Savior at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Forkland, AL, under the leadership of Pastor William McKinley Branch.
Lucy was united in holy matrimony, on January 2, 1949, with the love of her life James Moore Sr. To this union 11 children were born. Lucy was an excellent wife, mother and homemaker, preparing homemade meals for her family daily. She was an outstanding cook. After the birth of their second child, the family relocated to Canton, OH. The family united with Mt. Calvary Second Baptist Church, under the leadership of Pastor J.R. Sanders.
Lucy was a faithful member of the church, serving also under the leadership of Rev. C.A. Lightbourn. Lucy served dutifully in her role as a Deaconess, taking tremendous care and pride in the meticulous preparation of the Holy Communion Table, ensuring the clothes and napkins were clean and pressed. She sang in the Mass Choir and the Senior Choir, served on the culinary ministry, and was a Vacation Bible school teacher. Lucy and her husband introduced each of their children to Christ, presenting the plan of Salvation.
Lucy leaves to cherish her memories her children, James (Lewistine)Moore, Canton, Nettie Graham, Canton, Joe (Doris) Moore, Canton, Lorenso (Patricia) Moore, Perry, OH, Susie (Earl) Jenkins Phoenix, AZ, Lawrenec Moore, Canton, Velma (Michael) Pruitt, Canton, Thelma (Devoe) Johnson, Louisville, Geraldine (Michael) Wilson, Akron, Cherry (Clifford) Jarrett, Canton, and Ethel Bullock, Baltimore, MD.
Her legacy will be sustained by her 31 Grandchildren, 57 Great Grand Children and 15 Great-Great Grand Children; brother-in-law Anderson (Dorothy) Moore Sr.; sisters -in -laws Ollie Belle Cheatham, Cleveland and Regina Mitchell Sterling Heights, MI.; several special cousins Mollie Emma Henderson, Betty Carroll, Dessie Duncan, Percy and Earl Gilbert all of AL and dear special friend Gertie Moore Cleveland.
Lucy is preceded in death by her husband, parents, son Homer Lee Moore and four grandsons. Lucy's life was a testament to resilience, and her memory shall remain a guiding light for her loved ones.
In reverence to her life, services honoring her legacy will be held at Mount Calvary Second Missionary Baptist Church, 1000 3rd Street NE, Canton on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
A public viewing will take place from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, followed by a funeral service at 12:00 PM. Pastor Gabriel Chavers will serve as the officiating clergy and Overseer Paul Mays of Mount Liberty Baptist of Akron will serve as the eulogist, celebrating the profound impact Lucy had on those who knew her.
After the committal ceremony, Lucy will be laid to rest upon the meadows of Sunset Hills Memory Garden, 7920 Frank Ave NW, Canton. As we gather to honor Lucy Moore's remarkable journey, we invite all who were touched by her life to join in this celebration of love, faith, and remembrance. Her legacy of grace and strength will forever be cherished.
At this time of intimate need and personal loss, the family of Lucy Moore elected to entrust the Ministry of Comfort & Care, along with Transitional After-Care Arrangements to the J. E. Washington Funeral Services, 1617 3RD ST. N.E. Canton, Ohio, PHONE: 330-454-3901
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My sincere condolences to the entire family. Always remembering the closeness of the neighborhood families when families went to Church together. We knew it was time for us to get to Peoples Baptist after Your family would pass our house on Your way to Church in more than one vehicle. What a blessing that was. Praying for Your family.
Sending my family Love and Condolences.
My condolences to Cherry and the entire family. Mrs. Moore was a very sweet lady. I remember her kind words everytime I came to pick you up Cherry (years ago). God bless you! 🙏🏾
Condolences and prayers from down south Alabama. Love y'all. Auntie Lucy you will be well missed
Momma I Thank God that He chose you to be my Mother. Words cannot express how I feel about you. Thank you for teaching me how to be the "Woman " that I am today. You taught all of your Children to Love Christ and to Love one another. You and Daddy led us to Live for Christ and to serve Him and others. As I set by your bedside in the hospital and watched you take your last breath all I could do is say Thank you God for "Our" MOTHER.. You are Loved and you are missed. Thank you for everything, your memories will forever be in my heart. You were Phenomenal Woman.. Wife, Mother, Grandmother of 5 generations, Aunt, Cousin.. But most importantly, A Child of God. Gone Bur Never Forgotten. Humbly submitted. Your Loving Daughter and Son in Law Velma T -Moore and Michael Pruitt
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