Blanche Holmes Moore Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For Blanche Holmes Moore

Blanche Holmes Moore, 73, of Henrico, entered eternal rest Sunday, January 8, 2023.

Blanche was born in Hanover County to the late Deacon Luther L. Holmes, Sr. and Inez Williams Holmes. She was baptized at an early age at First Shiloh Baptist Church, Mechanicsville. She was a very active youth worker and continued her dedication to the ministry through adulthood, singing in the choir, and serving as a youth Sunday school worker. Later, she enjoyed working in many ministries of the church, including Vacation Bible School, youth representative to the Chickahominy Baptist Association, youth volunteer, secretary and church record keeper.

Blanche was a 1967 graduate of Lee-Davis High School (now Mechanicsville High School). In 1964, she was one of six African American students to integrate Lee-Davis High School. After high school she entered Virginia Union University, where she was a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, later becoming a Lifetime member. Upon graduation from Union, she pursued a career in business, spending 23 years at IBM. Blanche retired from Henrico County Public Schools Central Administration in the finance department.

Her passions included attending sporting events (especially at Virginia Union) and working in various community activities, mostly as a volunteer. Blanche was a life-long member of John W. Barco Alumni Chapter of Virginia Union and the National Alumni Association of Virginia Union University. For over 50 years, Blanche was a dedicated alumnus of Virginia Union University. In fact in 1983, she was honored with the Distinguished Alumni Award.

She volunteered with Senior Connections, the Henrico County Voter Elections, Henrico Christmas Mother Council and served as the 2021 Henrico County Christmas Mother. She continued to volunteer devoting her time to assisting more than 1,200 families yearly.

Blanche was an active member of St. Peter Baptist Church, serving in the Senior Ministry and the Missions Ministry. She was a member of the Richmond Chapter of AARP and a life member of the NAACP.

In addition to her parents preceding her in death, she was also preceded in death by her sisters, Jacqueline Bolden and Valjean Holmes.

Surviving are her devoted husband of 53 years, Dr. Roland E. Moore; daughter, Tamra J. Moore; son, Chris B. Moore of Atlanta, Ga.; grandchildren, Marquis E. Henley, Malayah R.Hayes Moore, Milan J. Hayes, Nickolai W. Moore of Lake Mary, Florida; brother Dea. Luther L. Holmes, Jr. (Janice), nieces, one devoted, Joi B. Cooley and nephews; two brothers-in-law, Deacons Charles L. Moore(Pat) and Learmon M. Moore; other relatives and friends, one devoted, Alicia H. Carter; loving goddaughter, Tiffany Carter and neighbors.

Remains rest at Scott’s Funeral Home, 115 East Brookland Park Boulevard, where viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday, January 16, 2023. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. followed by an Omega Omega Ceremony at 6 p.m. A celebration of life service will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 17 at St. Peter Baptist Church, 2040 Mountain Road, Glen Allen. Dr. Kirkland R. Walton, Pastor. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Blanche H. Moore Scholarship Fund, Virginia Union University Institutional Advancement,1500 North Lombardy Street, Richmond, VA 23220.

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Dr. Moore so very sorry for the loss of your soulmate, Ms. Blanche.
Her warm smile and welcoming presence will be missed. Yokefellow St. Peter Baptist Church, Doris Jackson

To the Moore family, Please accept my sincerest condolences for the loss of Mrs. Blanche Moore. She was a beautiful woman with a sweet spirit. She will forever be missed.

To the entire Holmes-Moore Family. What a wonderful spirit Blanche had. Will always remember her as that sweet person and having such a beautiful smile. Praying for you and your family. GOD bless you. Also we grew up as next door neighbors. Bettie Lee and Family

Condolences to the Moore and Holmes families. Blanche and I were classmates at VUU. Looked forward to seeing her each year in recent years at Alumni functions. May God bless and keep you during this difficult time. LaVerne Bates Coghill '71

Dr Moore: Heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Praying peace and comfort. Joslynn Perry

Our prayers are with you and the family. May continue to give you strength at this time. Jack and Pat Carey

With deepest sympathy Arlene Purcell (In the 60's & 70's, I lived about a mile from the Holmes family.)

The St. Peter Baptist Church Senior Citizens Ministry was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our member Blanche Holmes Moore. Blanche was a joy to be around her smile, willingness to serve and compassion for others she will be missed. To the family we will continue to pray for your strength.
Markeeta R. Waytes, Chair, St. Peter Baptist Church Senior Citizens Ministry

I'm going to always remember Mrs. Moore for her smile and laughter. Melissa Long. Tampa, Florida

Roland and family......My sincere sympathy in your loss. I worked with Blanche at IBM many years ago and have fond thoughts of our time together. May your memories comfort you at this sad time. Sue and Bill Eddleton

My sincere condolences for the passing of Mrs. Blanche Holmes Moore. Her inviting smile, contagious laughter and generous spirit will live on in all who had the privilege of meeting and knowing her. May the Peace of the Lord be with Dr. Moore and the entire family Always.
Dr. Joseph F. And Mrs. Rowena P. Johnson Fayetteville, North Carolina

My sincere condolences to the family. I worked with Blanche at HCPS, and will always remember her infectious smile and great personality!

Dr. Moore and Family, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult times. Whenever chatting with Blanche, she would greet you with a smile and had kind words to say. We will miss her at VUU Events, especially football and basketball games. Blanche was a special person with a big heart. Dr. Moore and Family hold on to her memories and know she will always be with you. Esther and Stephanie White

Sorry for your lost. Stay strong she's now in the arms of GOD. Carnell Wingfield

Sincere condolences to you Roland, and your family. May she rest in peace for a job well done. God bless all of you.. Sincerely, Dorothy Green Brooks

little did I know that morning to talk that you had received your heavenly wings. I will miss you much.To Roland,Tamara,Chris and all the family Blanche was a kind and loving person

Condolences to the family ! Willie & Ida Jones

Dr. Moore:
Please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Mrs. Moore was a beautiful person both on the inside and outside. May God continue to bless you and give you strength in the days ahead.
Renee Jolley

Darryl E. Baylor

Such a beautiful spirit that I truly enjoyed spending time singing with in the E.C. Fogle Memorial Chorus, at First Shiloh and churches all over the county and state. You will most certainly be missed. My condolences to the entire Holmes-Moore Family.

Blanche & I first became acquainted when we were 8th graders at John N. Gandy High School in Ashland, VA & later as freshmen at Virginia Union University. Blanche was one of the most caring/sharing persons I remember for the 2 years I went to VUU as she shared her locker with me & another friend the late Quvarda King Bailey. From time to time we would run into each other & spoke through Facebook & messenger. My condolences to Roland & the family.Praying God's peace to your hearts at this difficult time. Sandra Mallory Winston

Blanche was an amazing person ❤️ She will be missed by all who knew her. My prayers and condolences goes out to Roland, Tamra, Chris and the rest of her family and friends. Love Suzette

My greatest sympathy to the family of such a wonderful woman. I enjoyed working with her in Henrico County. She will be missed by so many people.

Dear Roland, "Only one life which soon is past...only what's done with love will last." Remembering Blanche through her life of service and honoring her legacy through those whose lives she touched. God bless you and your family always. Mary DePillars