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Rev. Billy Ray Moore
July 24, 1933 - June 20, 2009

Rev. Billy Ray Moore was born on Friday, July 14, 1933, son of the late Alvin Moore and Lula Mae Chaney Pulley. Rev. Moore died Saturday, June 20, 2009 at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, Ark., at the age of 75 years 11 months and 6 days. He was born in Trumann and had lived in Black Oak, Ark., before moving back to Trumann four years ago. He was a retired minister and a member of the First Assembly of God in Trumann. Mr. Moore was preceded in death by one sister; two step-sisters; one half-brother and his parents. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Emma Jean Fortson Moore of the home; two daughters, Dorothy and Frank Davidson and Kathy and Mike Ashford both of Jonesboro; three sons, Bill Moore of Ft. Smith, Ark., James and Shirley Moore of Springfield, Mo., and Danny Moore of Jonesboro.; one sister, Betty Jean Chappell of Naples, Fla., two step-sisters, Ruthie Ann Faulks of Panama City, Fla., and Betty Mott of Michigan., three half-brothers, Jerry Moore of Blytheville, Bobby Joe Moore and Tommy Moore both of Caruthersville, Mo., and one step-brother, James Fields of Caruthersville, Mo.; 12 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m. at the First Assembly of God in Trumann with Rev

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  1. Pam Miller, Jonesboro, Ar says
    June 25, 2009

    What a wonderful man Mr. Billy was, we at Jonesboro Sewing have lost part of "us" we loved him so much and miss him already. But, we know he is where he wants to be and that is in the presents of his Lord, whom he allowed to show in his everyday life. He made our job easier just by being "Billy". He will always be in our hearts as will his precious Emma Jean who he loved so.Our thoughts and prayers will continue for his family.Pam

  2. Robert & Freda Moore, Paragould, Ar. says
    June 23, 2009

    I am Terry Moore's brother. My wife, Freda, and I would like to let you know we have your family in our prayers. MAY GOD BLESS YOU,ROBERT AND FREDA MOORE

  3. Rev. and Mrs. Charles Throgmartin & Renee', Lake City, AR says
    June 23, 2009

    To Sister Moore and children --- We loved and appreciate Bro. Moore and he and his family had an impact on our lives. He will be missed. But we know that soon we too shall be like him; in the presence of our maker, our Lord Jesus Christ. May God bless and keep you through this difficult time.

  4. Sue Anderson, Lake City, Arkansas says
    June 23, 2009

    Emma Jean and family; I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I learned to love and respect Billy from working with him at Jonesboro Sewing and Vaccuum. My prayers are with you.Sue Anderson

  5. Pat Kimble, Jonesboro, Ar. says
    June 23, 2009

    Dear Emma Jean and family, you are all in my thoughts and my prayers with the passing of your precious husband and father. I knew Billy from the Jonesboro Sewing and Vacuum store. He was such a nice man who loved his family and little dog so much. He could make us all laugh and was loved by all who knew him. He had such a testimony of his love for the Lord. As God gives you all the grace to deal with your loss, know there are many who are praying for you now. With deepest sympathy,Pat Kimble

  6. Malissa (Lamberson) Davis, Bay, AR says
    June 23, 2009

    Rose, Ms. Emma Jean and the rest of the Moore kids and families, I send you my deepest sympathy at the loss of your father, husband, and grandfather. As a kid, I don't ever remember seeing Mr. Moore without a smile. He always emitted a happy glow which came from his love for God. I will be thinking about and praying for you in the days and weeks to come.

  7. Paul Carter, Jonesboro, Arkansas says
    June 23, 2009

    Danny Moore and family,Deepest sympathy for your loss.

  8. Frances and Pam Thurman, Paragould, AR says
    June 23, 2009

    May the God of ALL Comfort comfort you in this difficult time. When Dad died, Mother and I found comfort in visualizing him in heaven where there's no sickness, no pain, no death, nothing bad EVER. Perhaps Dad was one of the welcoming party on the other side for Brother Moore. We're praying for you-all. May God bless each of you with His Comfort.Pam and Frances Thurman

  9. Rick n Deborah Summers, Jonesboro Arkansas says
    June 23, 2009

    Sis Moore James,Shirley,Andrew,Brody and entire Moore family.Our hearts were saddened to hear about Bro.Moore's home going but know he has a big smile on his face now.Sorry we couldn't attend visitation and funeral due to illness.But our hearts and thoughts are with the whole family.Much LOVE and APPRECIARION Rickie and Deborah{Russell}Summers

  10. ARKANSAS UROLOGY CLINIC, JONESBORO, AR 72401 says
    June 22, 2009

    The Moore Family,Our condolences go out to the entire family during your time of grief. Our prayers are with your family. GOD bless each of you.The office of Dr. John Allen

  11. Matthew & Susan Risener, Jonesboro, AR says
    June 22, 2009

    Cathy, You have my sincere condolences on the loss of your Father. You and Mike are in our prayers...

  12. Anna C. Riley, Jonesboro. Arkansas says
    June 22, 2009

    I'm so sorry about Bro Moore's passing, but I knew he was in bad health. He was always pleasant and friendly when you saw him. He was faithful to the Lord's work and he will be sorely missed, but to you Emma, you have hope of being reunited again soon. Sincerely. Anna Riley

  13. Maxine Pruitt & family, Bay, AR says
    June 22, 2009

    Dear James & family, I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. You have our deepest sympathy in your loss. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by all who knew him. Your in our thoughts and prayers and if we can do anything for you and the boys just let us know.

  14. Maxine Pruitt & family, Bay, AR says
    June 22, 2009

    Dear James & family, I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. You have our deepest sympathy in your loss. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by all who knew him. Your in our thoughts and prayers and if we can do anything for you and the boys just let us know.

  15. Lorene (Billie) David & Geneva Romeo, Quitman, AR says
    June 22, 2009

    Billy and I worked together when he was the service manager and I was the secretary at Electrolux in Jonesboro. In fact, he introduced me to "Moon Pies" as a snack when we had our afternoon break. One day when he came back from UPS he said "I have something special for our break" It was "Moon Pie". I suppose you have to grow up eating them, because I never developed a taste for them!!!! He was a caring person and loved his family. He will be missed. Love to EmmaJean and the family. Billie and Geneva

  16. Stephanie Glenn, Brookland, Arkansas says
    June 22, 2009

  17. Gelenda & Gary Cope, Brookland says
    June 22, 2009

    Sister Moore and all of you children. So sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was a very wonderful person, pastor and man of God. I'm sure God had a need for him in his beautiful bouquet. Just praying HE will sustain you during this time of sorrow and keep his loving arms of mercy around you. God Bless all of you. We know Bro. Moore will truly be missed. God's Blessings Upon all of You. Gelenda and Gary Cope

  18. Gelenda & Gary Cope, Brookland says
    June 22, 2009

    Sister Moore and all of you children. So sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was a very wonderful person, pastor and man of God. I'm sure God had a need for him in his beautiful bouquet. Just praying HE will sustain you during this time of sorrow and keep his loving arms of mercy around you. God Bless all of you. We know Bro. Moore will truly be missed. God's Blessings Upon all of You. Gelenda and Gary Cope

  19. Pastor and Bonnie Vandermolen, Jonesboro, ar says
    June 22, 2009

    We do send our sincere condolences to the family . He truly was a blessing and a true inspiration to us . Had many good services with Him and his church at Black Oak plus just being such a great friend along with his dear wife. We will be praying for you as a family and we are away at the time so won't be able to attend but will be praying for you . God bless you truly Rev Ulysses Vandermolen and Bonnie

  20. Margaret Williams, Haines City, Florida 33844 says
    June 22, 2009

    To the family I wish I could be there and give you a great big hug. I know it is rough but God will give you comfort and strength to overcome the sorrow. We love you and know we are praying for all of you to come to know what Bill knew. "He loved the Lord God Almighty"Love you all,Margaret and families

  21. SONYA VANHORN, jonesboro says
    June 22, 2009

    DANNY, I'M SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR FATHER!!!! YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.GOD BLESS,SONYA VANHORN

  22. Rick n Deborah Summers, Jonesboro Arkansas says
    June 22, 2009

    Sis Moore James and Shirley and entire Moore family.Our hearts were saddened to hear about Bro Moore home going.But know he has a big SMILE on his face.Sorry we couldn't make it to visitation but our thought's and prayers are with you all.With much LOVE and APPRECIATION Rickie n Deborah Summers.

  23. Rick n Deborah Summers, Jonesboro Arkansas says
    June 22, 2009

    Sis Moore James and Shirley and entire Moore family.Our hearts were saddened to hear about Bro Moore home going.But know he has a big SMILE on his face.Sorry we couldn't make it to visitation but our thought's and prayers are with you all.With much LOVE and APPRECIATION Rickie n Deborah Summers.

  24. Dr Floyd & Wanda Ray, Greenbrier, AR says
    June 22, 2009

    Sis Moore and boys, we just learned of Bro Moore's home going at 4:30 today. He and you all meant so much to us. Bro Moore was an inspiration to both of us. We just took a new church and have to be there for a meeting @ 10 on Tuesday. Our prayers arewith you all. Floyd and Wanda

  25. Nellie Jones / Eldon, paragould, ar says
    June 22, 2009

    He was a very special person, his preaching changed many lives, he will be greatly missed. our hearts go out to the family..

  26. Angie, James, T.j. Aaron, paragould, ar says
    June 22, 2009

    We are so sorry, I am glade to have had the chance to meet him and, be a part of his family. He was a very special man god bless those who he left behind... we will miss you very much...

  27. Dorothy and Bill Davidson, Jonesboro, Arkansas says
    June 22, 2009

    Moore Family: Bill and I will dearly miss Brother Moore. He had a wonderful spirit. He was truly a man after God's heart. We love all of you and we want you to know our prayers and daily thoughts will be with you during this time and the days to come. He was always there when we needed him. We will miss Brother Moore.Love,Bill and Dorothy

  28. Andrea McClelland Rubottom, Jonesboro, AR says
    June 22, 2009

    Sis. Moore and family,I was so sad to hear about the loss of Bro. Moore. He was a great pastor and a great man. I'll always remember how he got such a big kick out of me singing at church when I was as young as I was. I know you will miss him, but you can also rejoice in knowing that he is having the time of his life in heaven now!You're in our thoughts and prayers,Keith, Andrea, Anna Grace and David Rubottom

  29. Dianne (Scott) Gibson, Jonesboro, AR says
    June 22, 2009

    Sister, EmmaJean, you and your family are in my prayers. I'm sorry I couldn't be there tonight, but my thoughts and prayers are with you.As you know, all of us love Br. Billy and you and your family. You have been such a special factor in our formative years, we can't begin to thank God enough for how you and Br. Billy took us and loved us like your own.God Bless You. I love you.Dianne (Scott) Gibson

  30. John and Susan Utley, Elkhart, IN says
    June 22, 2009

    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Brother Moore was always so kind to us and we enjoyed preaching for him several times. He was a true man of God. Our prayers are with your family. Sincerely,John and Susan Utley

  31. Shirley Anders, Jonesboro, AR says
    June 21, 2009

    To the Moore Family,I know you will miss Brother Moore. I will be praying for you in the coming days. He was a fine man of God who exemplified what a Christian should be. He and my husband, Carl, are now exploring Heaven together. Love and prayers.Shirley Anders

  32. Barbara (Halfacre) Wagner, Jonesboro, AR says
    June 21, 2009

    I am very sorry to hear of your lose. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

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