Michael Wayne Moore
June 15, 1972 ~ January 3, 2021
Michael Wayne Moore passed away peacefully from this earthand entered the gates of heaven on Sunday, the 3rd of January 2021, after a brave battle against coronavirus and other health complications.
A man with a larger than life presence who never met a stranger, Michael fully embraced his 48 years on earth and leaves behind a legacy of loving his neighbor as himself and loving his God with all his heart, mind, soul and strength.
Michael was born in Jacksonville, Texas on the 15th day of June 1972, to parents Travis Moore and Ruth Ann Holt Moore. Michaelreceived his bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Tyler andwas a teacher by heart and profession. Michael's passion was to teach and preach the Word. To say Michael loved the Lord would be an understatement. Michael lived as the Lord commands in Mark 12:30, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength." This is the passage that Michael centered his life around. Michael was currently the pastor of New Bethlehem Baptist Church in Cut and Shoot, Texas. He also preached the gospel at various churches in Texas, Arkansas, and Mississippi. Michael will be greatly missed by many people in various states.
Michael leaves behind a multitude of loved ones including his wife of 22 years, Cheri Moore; parents, Travis and Ruth Moore of Keller; father-in-law, Charlie Dale Easterling and wife Janie; mother-in-law, Sandra LouBlack of Nacogdoches; son, Jonathan Moore; sisters, Angela Ray and husband Raymond of Lewisville, Kelli Saltzman and husband Brian of Keller; and other family and a host of friends.
Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from six o'clock until eight o'clock in the evening, on Friday, the 8th day of January 2021 at Rhone Funeral Home.
Graveside services to celebrate Michael Moore's life are to be conducted at ten o'clock in the morning, on Saturday, the 9th day of January 2021 at Guiceland Cemetery in Grapeland, Texas. Bro Lynn Stroud and Bro. Terry Gibson will be officiating.
Those honored to serve as honorary pallbearers are Justin Bachman, Kenneth Rodgers, Danny SyFrett, Bailey Ray, Brian Saltzman, Raymond Ray, Syl Moore, Dale Easterling, and C.D. Walker.
Kindly note that for the protection of all who visit our funeral home, current protocols and guidelines are in place where masks and social distancing are required.
In lieu of customary remembrances, memorial contributions in Michael's memory can be directed towards The Gideons International Processing Center, P.O. Box 97251, Washington, DC 20090-7251.
Graveside services for Michael Moore are in care of Rhone Funeral Home, 3900 S. State Highway 19, Palestine, Texas.
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I remember lots of fun times with Michael and my son, Darin, at our house. They laughed a lot, shared great times at Line Pine Baptist Church, went to school together at Westwood. I loved hearing Michael preach, such a young man who gave his life to serve Jesus.
How encouraging to hear him preaching with such vim and vigor while still a high school student. Precious memories !!
We were so very sorry to learn of Bro. Michaels passing. Lifting his sweet family in prayer ….. Love, Keith & Stephanie Grant
Michael will be missed by our family. He lived and died doing what he loved doing the most, sharing the word with every person he came in contact with!! A cousin who loved all family members and were always there in person and prayers. We love you Michael and will miss you, but look forward to the day we will be together. Our prayers to Travis and Ruth Ann, and sisters and all of you!! We love you all so much and we will be praying for each of you!! Love you, Cuz♥ï¸
We were so sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. We extend our condolences to the family. Travis & Ruth we sent a card to you, but didn’t know you had moved from Palestine. Our prayers are with each of you.
Ann & Bill Peevy, Troup, TX
I am sorry for the loss of your precious loved one. I have many wonderful memories of teaching Michael; he was always kind, respectful, and so very smart. I know he will be greatly missed. and hope you can find comfort.
Michael and I sang together in Choir at Westwood High School. He was always a positive influence on me, and never had an ill word for anyone. I, and my family, are so sorry for this loss of such a great person.
I am so sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. He was such kindhearted person. Like Patrick said in his condolence, I was able to sing in the Choir at Westwood High School with Michael as well. Sending prayers out to the family.
I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will grant you the strength. My most sincere condolences. Mr.Moore was a wonderful teacher and co-worker this news has truly broken all of our hearts in the English department at Cleveland Middle School.
Ms.Mclemore
Mr. Moore was always the first person in our building every morning and the last one to leave in the afternoon. He stood in the hallway and greeted the students with his coffee in hand. He taught with his door open and his calming voice could be heard as you walked by his room. He will be greatly missed.
Love you Bubba and my sister Ruth Ann Moore and Travis and all that loved you.God bless you all.
Michael always had a smile and you knew he loved the Lord. Ruth Ann and Travis loosing a child is not easy my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Brother Michael was always so good with my youngest son, Tanner. He was a great man who will be greatly missed.
Michael was my kindergarten student many years ago and I still remember his sweetness. Many years later after his graduation ,I was delighted to see him again when he substituted at Westwood Primary. He still had that calm discipline and happy smile. Â
I am so sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace .
We are so sorry to hear about Micheal passing . He will be missed , He was a very kind gentle loving fun person ,. Enjoyed his preaching The Holy Word of God , loved music and could sing too . May you all find comfort , love hope and trust in God daily and also think about happy memories to share God will always be there for all of his family members lean on God and know He will take care of you Because God Is Love to all his children Yes Michael was a child of God Zheng is with his Heavenly Father no pain no sadness Again He will be missed but you his family and friends will see him again when we reach our heavenly home in heaven with God and loved ones Prayers for all the family and friends daily
I am deeply saddened to learn of Michael’s passing. I had the privilege of working with him at Story Intermediate in Palestine. He was dedicated to his students’ education, both in academics and character development, and was a team player among the staff. His Christian faith was evidenced in how he treated others. Our loss is Heaven’s gain. Thank you, Michael, for the honor of knowing you.Â
Michael was the little brother when I first met him. His sister was a student of mine. He was one of the three precious children blessed to have Travis and Ruth Ann as parents. His sweet spirit radiated love and warmth to those in his presence.Â
Praying to God for comforting blessings for the family.
He was a great pastor at Oakland Baptist in Vicksburg Mississippi. I certainly missed him and his sweet family when the Lord called him elsewhere to do HIS work.
Family I am so sorry!
We met Bro Michael and Mrs. Cheri at McDonald’s 😊 We would go, like they did, before Church on Sunday mornings. Both, our dear Cheri is with the Lord now too, both were so friendly, loving and you could tell they really loved and enjoyed each other. I know they are having a grand time with Jesus. Praying Jesus wraps you in His peace until we are all there together.