Harvey Ray Moore Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Harvey Ray Moore was born on August 27, 1946, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, and passed away on February 20, 2022, at his home in Linden, Tennessee. He was 75 years old. He is the son of the late Harvey A. Moore and Melissa Cordelia "Delia" Bolden Moore. He was also preceded in death by several brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife Johnnie “Penny” Lee Moore of Linden. Son Harvey J. Moore of Linden. Daughters Brenda (James) Crabtree of Lyles, Rebecca Moore of Lyles, Johnnie Moore of Pleasantville, and Rachel L. (Jeremy “Bud”) Haynes of Linden. 18 Grandchildren and 18 Great Grandchildren. Along with many other relatives, friends, and loved ones. Mr. Moore served in the United States Airforce for four years as an airplane mechanic and was a proud patriot. He was heavily involved with the Sons of the Confederate Veterans. He served as Chaplain for a time. He also participated in reenactments, history lessons at local schools, and many Veteran’s Day programs. He would always find a way to share God with others at all these activities. He was self-employed for many years working as a heat and air technician, licensed electrician, and plumber. He was hard working and continued to work well past retirement age. Mr. Moore was a Bishop for The Church of Jesus Christ in Pleasantville for many years. He loved preaching and sharing God’s word with others. He was involved in much mission work through the years journeying to Mexico, Jamaica, as well as many other places in the United States. He was often accompanied by his family, and they would all load up in their small camper traveling all over. He always found an opportunity to share God with others in every situation. His love for others was evident by his willingness to go far and wide to visit with and pray for those that had a need. He was always on the lookout for a way to help someone else. His heart's desire was to see his family all together worshipping God. Harvey loved to play the guitar, sing, raise horses and chickens and did a little fishing. Without a doubt, his favorite place to eat was Homestead Restaurant in Centerville. He and Mrs. Penny were frequent customers enjoying the company of others who happened to be there. Although he did not do it much he was an excellent cook. His children loved when he would make them French Toast. To this day they have not been able to recreate it. The family will also remember him as someone who often ran out of gas. He would “forget” to fill up quite often, making rides with him interesting oftentimes. Mr. Moore was a loving father to his five children. He raised them to be independent and care for themselves. He also loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren dearly. In his own words, he was a blessed man. Psalm 119:165 Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them. Acts 2:38 Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.

Harvey Ray Moore

August 27, 1946 - February 20, 2022