Kelly R. Moore, age 55, formerly of Quincy, passed away at 2:36pm on Tuesday, April 17th at his home in Buffalo, NY.
Beloved and devoted father of Jillian Moore, Hilary Cox, Galen Moore, and Guthrie Moore; loving Grandfather of Claire Cox; Brother of Ronald (Janet) Moore and Tami (Gary) Parry. He married Laura Wade in 1981. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlotte(Von Holt) Moore and Donald Moore of Quincy, IL.
Kelly attended Quincy Senior High School, graduating with the class of 1975, and attended John Wood Community College. He worked as Chief Engineer for the State of Illinois Department of Corrections. He was also a versatile percussionist, a philosopher, and a great cook. His grace, humor, generosity, and strength in the face of illness served as a constant inspiration to those lucky enough to have met him. Kelly enjoyed travel, and made fast friends wherever he went.
We ask that you celebrate his life, and share your stories, memories, and love.
Services: Monday (April 23,2012) at 3:00 pm at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home with burial in Quincy Memorial Park.
A reception will follow the burial at the East Room of O’Griff’s.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers please make donations to GIST Cancer fund (www.gistsupport.org) or the Dana Farber Cancer Institute.
Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements.
www.hansenspear.com
Dear Moore Family,
I only now learned of Kel’s passing.
Kel was a beautiful man. Fond memories for me are tromping about in the woods, camping, and intrepid travel in Kel’s great company. He had said once “You’re the only person I know who’s even ‘cooler’ than me” –which speaks of his particular sense of humor, but we ALL know he was much cooler than most people in ways that it counts the most.
My heart goes out to you all who will sorely miss his calm and loving presence in your lives. Hugs to little Miss Claire, too.
It was a pleasure to reconnect later in life and share stories of the years in between and of how proud we are of our kids. Glad to know I’ll have another guardian angel with a sense of humor looking after me!
Dear Jillian, Hilary, Galen and Guthrie,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you CELEBRATE Kelly’s life, as he asked you do to. I also know that you are all grieving the life of a man who loved you with all his heart and soul. I witnessed that first hand for the three years we were together. Although it was a tumultuous relationship, I have many fond memories of the shows we did together: Carmina Burana, Evita, 1776 and Blood Brothers. And most of all, I will never forget how he helped me buy and remodel my first home!! I would never have done it if it wasn’t for Kelly’s encouragement and help. No one made falafel like Kelly!!
To Kelly: I can’t rattle them off in Hebrew the way you could, but I just know you’re partying it up with all those archangels in Heaven!! I know most people say “Rest in Peace”, but that just doesn’t seem like something you’d do, so I’ll say “Party on, Kel”. And much love. Kitty
Hilary,
We were both saddened to hear of the passing of your father at such a young age. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Though we didn’t get to meet your father, judging from the picture, a very creative soul, just like his daughter.
To Kelly and his family, you have my condolences and sincere prayers of Godspeed. Kelly was a gifted artist and one of the most heart centered people I have every known. A true poet, philosopher, and gentleman. He made me laugh! Much love to you all.
I will always remember Kelly for his humor, wise words of wisdom, and awesome percussion skills. He truly was a great friend and I will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Didn’t know you well, but I enjoyed you and your attitude greatly. Love and prayers to your close friends and family.
We will have you all in our thoughts and prayers during this time of grief. Remember, you are loved and if you need to talk or just have someone around let us know and we will be there for you.
Dear Jillian, Hilary, Galen, and Guthrie:
We were all saddened to hear of the passing of your father. We fondly remember all the good times we spent together when you lived in Mt. Sterling and then some when you moved away to be closer to your father’s work in Canton. Please accept our profound sympathy and know that each of us will keep you in thought and prayer. May God bless all of you during this difficult time.
You were always a good friend, from carrying notes in junior high, playing the drums while I sang at Pops Concert, to always giving your informed, honest opinion on a topic in recent years. I’ve told you before, and truly believe that no one played that drum roll before “Stand Up & Cheer” like you did. My sincere sympathy to your family, you will be missed by many.
You’re leaving us too soon my friend. We weren’t done tossing the Frisbee or playing that game of Risk. You did make friends quickly, and kept many for your life’s journey. We’ll all miss you, your spontaneity, your wit and wisdom and your smile. Be well in this, your new beginning.