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Mrs. Mary Alice Moore

4/19/1946 - 6/12/2025

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Obituary For Mrs. Mary Alice Moore

Mrs. Mary Alice Moore, 79 of Beckley, was called to her eternal home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, June 12, 2025.

Mrs. Mary Alice Moore was born April 19, 1946, in Stanaford, WV. She was the daughter of the late Carl and Mary Cousins.

Mary began her career with Raleigh County Head Start in 1991, serving as the executive secretary. Throughout her 34 years in the educational system, she was a beloved mentor and source of encouragement, positively influencing the lives of countless students and coworkers. Mary was a cherished member of our educational community, leaving behind a legacy of love and inspiration for everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Mary, in addition to her father and mother, was preceded in death by her grandmother, Lucy Carey Cousins; brothers James Cousins, Eric Cousins, and Larry Cousins, two stillborn brothers, and sister, Joann Simon.

Mary leaves to cherish precious memories her husband of 59 years, Larry Moore Sr. of Beckley, WV. She is also survived by her son, Larry (Erin) Moore; daughters, Tammy (Barry) Hairston and Tanika (James) Woody, all of Beckley, WV; brother, Carl Cousins of Laurel, MS; and sisters, Diana (Jerome) Bradley and Loretta Powell, both of Beckley, WV, Teresa Logan of Charleston, WV, and Tracy Cousins of Parkersburg, WV. Additionally, she is remembered by 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren, her aunt Gloria Freeman of Beckley, WV, and a host of nieces, nephews, special extended families, and friends.

Funeral service will be 12:00PM Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Heart of God Ministries 1703 S. Kanawha St Beckley with Rev. Odellas Moore Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Memorial Park, Beckley.

Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may visit with the family one-hour prior.

Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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06/24/2025

Tanya Scruggs Thornton

The Scruggs Family would like to send our sincere condolences to the family. Mrs. Mary Alice was family to me and my children. The sweetest woman that I have ever known. I miss her so much and her smile was everything. Tanika.Tammy and Doby I love you all and just know I am a phone call away! RIP Queen you have earned your crown.
06/23/2025

Mary Bullock

Our sincere condolences to the Moore family in the loss of their loved one. Mary Alice was a very sweet person.She will be truly missed. Keeping the family in our prayers. Bullock & Mary 🙏🏾🕊️😇❤️
06/23/2025

Kimberly A. Crider

To the Family of Mrs. Mary Alice, It is with a heavy heart I offer my condolences and sympathy to the family at this very difficult time. Mrs. Mary Alice was like one of my adopted West Virginia aunties. Our family went back and fourth from Ohio to West Virginia all the time. I would come to West Virginia and stay most summers with my late Grandmother Mrs. Louise Walker. So naturally everyone in that tight knit community knew one another ot was related so we pretty much instantly became family. So Mrs. Mary Alice and Ms.Janie's daughters, Tammy and Melissa (Missy) became my friends/sisters. This is a very hard loss for our families. So I'm praying and asking the Lord to please comfort each of us as needed. Give each family member the strength they personally need and in time Lord would you please turn all of the tears of heartbreak,hurt and pain into tears of joy of the wonderful and loving memories we all have of our Beloved Mrs. Mary Alice. Prayerfully, Kimberly A. Crider (Kim) (Mrs. Louise's Granddaughter)
06/23/2025

Stefanie Alleyne

My humble condolences to the entire family. Tammy, Tanika, and Doby your mother was such a sweet and caring woman, I hadn't seen her in years but I'm sure she never changed. Prayers going out to you all. Love Stefanie Arline Alleyne
06/20/2025

Jean Peck

Sincere condolences to the family of Mrs. Mary Alice Moore! I first met Mary Alice many years ago in New York City and found her to be a warm, friendly and caring lady! I will so miss seeing her when I'm in Beckley! I'm praying for her eternal RIP!
06/20/2025

Elizabeth Zeigler, Chicago

My sincere prayers and condolences to family and friends! May God give you peace and comfort you during this difficult time 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
06/19/2025

Bob & Janet Walton

May God comfort you and your family during this time of sorrow. Bob & Janet Walton
06/18/2025

Eddie & Kim Watts

Our sincere condolences and prayers to the Moore family in the loss of their love one. Mary Alice will be truly missed. Rest in Peace. Eddie and Kim Watts
06/17/2025

Ernestine Lewis

Mary Alice was a great friend. She is going to be missed. You will always be in my heart.
06/14/2025

Diana nae manns carson

Mrs. Mary was such an beautiful LADY ! MAY GOD BRING HER FAMILY COMFORT AT THIS TIME OF SORROW 😭. HER LEGACY WILL CARRY ON FOREVER !! IM PRAYING 🙏 FOR ALL OF YOU .. LOVE NAE MANNS CARSON & FAMILY. 💔
06/14/2025

Larry Hoskins