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Marva Mae Moore, age 89, of Flora, Illinois, formerly of Xenia, passed away Monday afternoon, April 9, 2018, at Heritage Woods in Flora.
Marva Mae was born August 9, 1928, in Xenia, the daughter of Owen O. and Edna (Burkett) Miller. She married F. Roy Moore on September 28, 1946, in Xenia, and together they shared 46 years of marriage. He preceded her in death on October 2, 1992.
Marva Mae was a homemaker, worked briefly at Brown Shoe Company, and was a longtime member of Brush Creek Community of Christ. She enjoyed taking care of the outdoors and spending time with her flowers and gardening. She was also a bird lover and kept an eye out on the Purple Martin houses as well as feeding and watching the many birds that spent time at her feeders. Marva Mae was truly a kind and supportive wife, mother, grandmother and friend.
She is survived by her daughter: Nikki and husband Roger Martin of Murphysboro; her son: Kevin and wife Susan (Cook) Moore of Xenia; her grandchildren: Stassi Hardage and husband Stacy, Shawn Buckley and wife Teri and their children Emily and John, Stephanie Fox and husband Stephen and their children Madeline, Charlie and Natalie, Tyler Moore and wife Helen and their children Lucy, William and Audrey, Michael Moore and wife Kaci and their daughter Nora, Sarah Pearce and husband Derek and their children Greyson and Fiona, and Elizabeth Moore and her fiancé Paul Henderson; and a step-sister: Wanda Eastin and husband Russell of Flora.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother: Lavarre “Billy” Miller; step-father: Lewis DeSelms; and two step-sisters: Geraldine Clements and Darlene Pierce.
A funeral service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, April 12, 2018, at Brush Creek Community of Christ. Interment will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Xenia. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora and from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service on Thursday at the church. Memorial donations may be given to Brush Creek Community of Christ or Clay County Hospice and will be accepted at the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory visit www.frankandbright.com.
I just learned of Marva Mae's passing today. I have fond memories of her from Brush Creek Church so many years ago. She loved writing cards and letters. Even when I left for college, she would often take time to send me a card full of love and encouragement. Marva Mae loved Jesus and His love radiated from her. Looking at her picture, I am flooded with so many pleasant memories from my childhood. Tyler, Stephanie, Sarah and Michael...your grandmother was a truly precious person. I'm so glad to have known her. Jeff Rapp
We are so sorry to hear about Marva Mae passing away. We did not know until Saturday. She was so nice, always enjoyed talking to her. Larrys Mom Elsie McCormick lived across the street . They had a very good way of checking on each other every day. I always liked waiting on her when she came in the bank. She will be missed by all her friends. I know you have a lot of fine memories. Larry and Jane McCormick
We will always remember your mother and grandmother as a lovely gracious lady and friend.
Ms. Marva was truly one of the kindest people I had ever met. She always showed such care for those around her and often shared her love of Christ. It was such a pleasure getting to know and care for Ms Marva during her stay at Heritage Woods. She was a true example of a Christian woman, and I look forward to seeing her in eternity.
Kevin & Susan , our deepest Love &Prayers for your loss of a wonderful Mother & friend . May Gods Grace carry you thru this trying time love & prayers Fred & Martha Ayers
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