Obituary of Louis Moore

Louis Wallace Moore was born on November 25, 1934, in Leland, Mississippi to the union of his mother, Nander Hoskin and father, Oscar Moore. He was the oldest of six siblings. His parents preceded him in death along with his siblings, Oscar Moore, Donald James Moore, Dennis Hoskin, Taft Ewing, Jimmy Lee Hoskin, Shirley Moore, and Barbara Ann Ewing; daughter, Reva Robinson, and son-in-law, Henry Presley. Louis gave his life to Christ at an early age. His nickname was, “Deacon”. Their pastime as a family was bible quizzes. The family moved from Mississippi to St. Louis, Missouri and Calvary Missionary Baptist Church became his church home. Louis went to Vashon High School where he played baseball and basketball with neighborhood friends. He played basketball for the Air Force but let him tell it he flew jet planes. After being honorably discharged from the Air Force, he worked for the St. Louis Post Office. He was also one of the founders of the A Plus Program at the post office. He started at the post office sorting mail, moved his way up to being the EEOC Director, Manager of Employment and Development, and ended as the Director of Human Resources. Louis was also a member of the YMCA Wiseman’s Club. Louis married the love of his life, Myrlene. This union of love was gifted with three beautiful children. They remained were married 67 years. The two would always agree that they had a good life together. Let’s not forget the other side of Mr. Moore’s life, starting with Mel’s, Big O’s, and ending with the Zodiac better known as, Grandaddy’s Church, by Lil’ Joe. He loved helping others and he continued helping until the Lord called him home. He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved and devoted wife of 67 years, Myrlene Moore; one son, Anthony (Sena) Moore, son in law, Joe Robinson; daughter, Terry Presley; sister, Michelle Moore; sister in law, Cassandra Hoskin; Grandchildren, LaParacina (Eddie) Williams, Joe (Quiana) Robinson, Robyn Presley, Brooke Presley, Ashley Robinson, Anthony Moore Jr., and Ivory Moore; Great Grandchildren Amoria, Layla, Tyson, Nihla, Taniya, Justice, Deneen, Tabitha, Darashay, Rianna, and host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and friends.