Georgia Anna Moore
October 17, 1922 ~ April 30, 2013
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 10:30 AM in First Missionary Baptist Church, Lexington Park, MD., with Rev. Roderick W. McClanahan officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Lawn Cemetery Woodford, VA
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 4, 2013 from 9:30AM - 10:30AM in the First Missionary Baptist Church, Lexington Park, MD.
Georgia Anna Moore, lovingly known as Georganna, was born on October 17, 1922 in Bowling Green, Virginia.. She was the eldest daughter of the late Richard V. Upshaw and Alice Golden Upshaw. God in loving and tender compassion called her home on April 30, 2013 in Leonardtown, Maryland
Georganna was educated in Bowling Green, VA. The most important lessons were received in the home and garden of her parents. There she gained some amazing talents. In January 1943, she married the love of her life, James Sylvester Moore. Their marriage endured the test of time growing, maturing, and lasting to the day of her passing.
She relocated from Virginia to Lexington Park, Maryland in the mid 1940’s. She began working at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station in the Laundry and Seamstress Quarters as a Master Seamstress for more than 35 years until she retired. Her second career was culinary perfectionist. Her most popular dishes were sweet potato pie, rice pudding, collard greens or kale and the infamous 5 flavor cake. One of her proudest accomplishments was joining First Missionary Baptist Church where she proudly became the "Mother" of the church until the day of her passing.
Georganna was a very caring and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She loved and cared for her children, grandchildren and great-grandson right up until the day of her passing. She took great pride in working for the Lord, First Missionary Baptist was her second home, and you would find her ever so lovingly in its kitchen on many occasions. She really enjoyed phone conversations. She also passed time by crocheting blankets, doilies and table cloths that are still displayed in the homes of those she loved.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brothers Tarleton and Richard "Dickey Boy" Upshaw of Bowling Green, VA., a sister Evelyn Upshaw of Manhatten, NY and three special life-long sister-friends, Ana Dyson, Julia James and Ida Taylor.
Georganna leaves to cherish her memory, her loving son and daughter-in-law Robert and Judy Moore Sr., three grandchildren, Sabana "Bana" Moore-Barnes (Colbert "Man"), Robert "BJ" Moore Jr. (LaShawn), and James "Jimmy" Moore, one assumed grandson, Marcus Blackwell, one great-grandson, Diontre "D" Barnes; five sisters, Eloise Frye, Bowling Green, VA, Pearl James, Woodford, VA, Margaret Joyner and Dorthy Nivens, New York City, NY and Alice Jackson, Woodbridge, VA., a special niece Louise "Lou" Fortune, two dear sister-friends Arlonia Thurman and Mary Hansley and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 4, 2013 from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM in the first Missionary Baptist Church Lexington Park, MD. A Funeral Service will follow at 10:30 AM in First Missionary Baptist Church Lexington Park, MD with Rev. Roderick W. McClanahan officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Lawn Cemetery Woodford, VA .
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“To the Moore family, words cannot express the sadness that I am feeling right now. Mrs. Moore was such a loving caring person and she will truly be missed. Just know that earth has no sorrow that hevan cannot heal. Samantha, Kieshia and Tevin”
“To the Moore Family – I am so sorry to hear this. What a sweet sweet woman. The world has definitely lost one of the good ones. “
“Bobby and family, Your Mom and your Dad were very good to me when we were young. They’re together now watching down on you. God bless her. “
“Bobby and Family, Your mother will always be remembered by me. She was an ANGEL with a honorable spirit and a beautiful smile. I enjoyed seeing and being around her everyday.”
“Bobby and Family, Words can not express what I’m feeling right now. You took care of your mother, and God will bless you for that. “
“” Bobby and Family ” Ms. Georgia was a beatiful person. I have so many memories that will last a lifetime. She kept a smile on her face. The days of our childhood, she would always keep her doors open for us kids and anyone else. she would give you a slice of pie or a piece of cake. Yes! she was a very lovely lady. I say hold on to the memories of your mother and God will see you through. So my friend take care. My Thought and prayers are with you, What a great job you done in taking care of her. “
“Bobby & Family,Your mother was a gift above all others, one that cannot be measured,she was a treasure to us all that knew her. She is resting peacefully now in Our Fathers Heavenly Home. May God bless!”
“BMoore – sincerest condolences on the loss of your Mother. Though I didn’t know her well she was always pleasant and cheerful with a gentle smile on her face when I saw her at the nursing home. “
“To the Moore Family: The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.May the love of family and friends help you all through these sad times.May God Bless and Take Care. Flo and Jeff”
“My heart is heavy with the news of Ms. Georgia’s passing. All the adults I remember as a child have gone on to glory. But, my memories will stand with me until I see her and all the others again. R.I.P. Mrs. Moore. You are gone but not forgotten. “
“Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.”
“Bobby, “Ms. Georgia” as I always referred to her, was an elegant woman. A true lady of class and fashion. She had a humble spirit, and a quite personality. She was poised and ploished. She knew when to speak, and what to say when it was her time to speak. I remember, back in the day, when her and Mr. Moore came to church, Ms. Georgia would wear the most beautiful hats and her face, and smile, would shine so brightly under the brim. The person that your mother was, is evident in you. I love you, and I am here for you. Your sister, from the neighborhood.”
“To The Moore Family: You have our deepest sympathy in the lost of your love one. Cherish the memories & “Take One Day At A Time”. Love, Michael, Cathy & Ciera Young “
“Bobby and family, You and your family are in my prayers. Georgia and I worked together for years at Pax in the laundry and remained friends. Eventhough as time went by and we grew old, she was always on my mind and in my heart. May God continue to hold you in His loving arms during this difficult time and forever.”
“B Moore and Family sorry to hear of the lost of your mother. Our hearts of prayer goes out to you and your family at this time of sorrow.”
“I am so sorry to hear about your mother/in-law. She was always smiling and laughing, that is how I remember her when she would visit Aunt Louise. May God keep you and your family during your bereavment”
“To Bobby and The Moore Family: I want to extend my sincere sympathy, she was a beautiful person with such a kind spirit! You are a great son, and you will be blessed! May GOD give you strength and uphold you with his ever redeeming love!”
“I am the pastor of Toi a neice. It is my prayer that God’s love will heal your hearts.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Ms Moore was a wonderful person and roommate. I will miss her dearly and know she is at peace with the lord.May god bless you all and may you all find comfort in the love of family and friends. Love Ruby”
“What a very sweet Lady -I enjoyed our talks at the Nursing home Mrs. Moore always had a smile.”
“To Bobby, Judy, Bana & Moore Family Sorry to hear of Miss Georgia’s passing. Both she & Mr Jim were special people. May God Bless you all and grant His peace to you!”