Robert "Bob" Lawrence Moore, 80 of Eden, NC died Saturday, July 16, 2011 in Burlington, NC, after a courageous twenty-one year battle with cancer. A memorial service will be held at 2 pm Monday, July 25th at Twin Lakes Community Chapel in Burlington, where he lived at the time of his passing. Following the service a reception will be held at Twin Lakes. Mr. Moore was a father, husband, textile executive and farmer. He was born and raised in Statesville, N.C., the son of Carl and Elizabeth Holland, and graduated from N.C. State University. He served during the Korean War with the U.S. Army Counter Intelligence Corps. He was regional personnel manager for many years at Fieldcrest Mills (later Fieldcrest-Cannon) in Eden, N.C., and was an expert in labor relations. Mr. Moore was active in community affairs, serving on the zoning commission and other civic organizations, including president of the Chamber of Commerce. He enjoyed being active in the Eden Rotary Club and in local historical groups, and was a member of Leaksville United Methodist Church. Mr. Moore enjoyed travel, reading and writing history, and baseball; in his later years he became devoted to the Chicago Cubs. He spent much of his childhood on farms in rural North Carolina, and never lost his love for the land. For many years he owned a cattle farm in rural Rockingham County, and took pride in calling himself a "Gentleman Farmer". In retirement, he traveled widely, and delighted in living long enough to hear his ten granchildren call him "Papa". He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patricia (Bowen) Moore; four sons and daughter; three daughters-in-law and one son-in-law, and ten granchildren; David Moore and his daughter Ryan of Charlotte; Steve and Kim Moore and their sons David and Matthew of Alexandria, Va.; Robert and Kristen Moore and their daughter Serena of Asheville, N.C.; Toby and Eleanor Moore and their daughters Cecilia and Olivia, and son Wyatt of Alexandria, Va.; Mary and Glen Mewett and their sons, Robert and William and daughter, Katie of Felton, England. He is also survived by a sister Jane Russell of Burlington and four half-sisters. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to be made to the Eden Preservation Society, Po Box 2201, Eden, NC 27289 Online condolences may be made to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Pat and family, Bob was a remarkable man and will be missed in so many ways. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Tim, Pam & Frances
Pam Cundiff
Bob will be missed and we all have wonderful memories of him. Our love to Pat and the family. Jana and Tal Nowell
jana and Tal Nowell
...one of my favorite people in the world. Thinking of all the family. peace,ann
ann latham
To the family of Bob Moore. So sorry to hear of Mr. Moore's passing. I worked with him in the same building for 24 years and was one of the kindness and nicest man that I've ever had the privilege to know and work with. He will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you all now and the upcoming weeks and months ahead. May God give you all great peace and comfort in knowing that you will no doubt see him again when our God is ready.
Eunice Rice
Dear Pat and family, We are saddened to hear of Bob's passing. He was such a character and we'll certainly miss him.
Beth and Darrin Pulliam
Pat, my sincerest sympathy to you and your children. Bob was a gentleman and a scholar...a person I really enjoyed knowing. I looked forward to our yearly AAUW gatherings at your house because it was always so much fun to talk with Bob. He had an interest in so many topics and could talk with anyone about anything...a true talent. Living just one neighborhood away and teaching most of your children, I had many chances to know Bob over the years, and I was always blessed by being not just an acquaintance but a friend. Thinking about all of you....
Fern Ragan
To Pat and Family: We are proud to have known Bob for many years and to have enjoyed our families growing up together. Our deep affection goes out to all of you and our prayers go out to you as you say goodbye to "Papa." Love and Peace.
Jerry and Chris Myott Family
Dear Friends: I'm sorry to hear about Bob's death even though none of us can avoid it. He lived a good, long life and leaves many good memories with those who knew him. I hope I can attend his service and will unless something unexpected happens. Love, Paul
Paul Lowder
Dearest Pat and Family, Chuck and I were saddened to learn of Bob's death. Truly, he was an extraordinary individual, a "Renaissance man" with myriad talents, interests, and accomplishments. All the Grosecloses appreciated his many gifts, including that of devoted friendship. Such a life well-lived! Lovingly, Martha
Martha Groseclose Kolling
Pat & Family ~ Our sincerest sympathy to each of you at Bob's passing. He was definitely one of the finest men to walk the face of this earth! We always enjoyed his humor and intellect. Please know you're in our hearts & prayers. Pete & Susan Cunningham
Pete & Susan Cunningham
As a young Plant Manager with Fieldcrest I was fourtunate my plant was in Bob's area of responsibility. I learned a great deal about labor relations from him, and always appreciated his humor. You are in our prayers.
Scott Mair
Dear Pat and family, It has been a privilege to have know a stellar man like Bob! May God hold you all "in the hollow of his hand."
Barbara and Fred
Dear Pat and Family, At this sad time, I am thinking of you and the family and keeping all you in my heart and prayers. May you find comfort in the memories for years to come. Wanda
Wanda Harris
Patricia, So sorry to hear of your husband's passing. He meant so much to all of you, and I know he will be so missed. Glad Mary can be there with you. We will keep you in our prayers, Gail Washington
gail and herbert washington
My deepest sympathy to Bob's family. I worked with him for many years in the corporate office and always admired his kind, open minded way of handling his work and relationships. He was indeed, a fine and gentle man.
Peggy Martin
Sorry to hear about your loss. I will always remember Mr. Moore as a true gentleman. He was one of the few parents that never raised much fuss when the boys were playing sports at the Boy's Club. My condolences to all the family. George Conner
George Conner
Dear Pat and family, I was deeply saddened to hear of Bob's death. He was truly a unique individual with so much wisdom and humor. He mentored me and taught me so much about how to deal with difficult situations in our work environment. He'll be greatly missed and never forgotten.
Betty Tate
Patricia, I am so sorry to hear about Bob. I know this has been a long and difficult journey for him as well as for you and the family. Losing the ones we love is never easy. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Annie Jo
Annie Jo Gardner
You all are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time in your lives.
Rebecca Warren
Pat,I was so sorrry to hear about Bob's death. Please know that you and family are in my thoughts, cares and prayers.
Cleo Fulcher
Mrs. Moore, Steve, David & family, I was so sorry to hear about your husband/dad from my mom. Please know that our thoughts are with you all.
Lou Ann O'Dell Lewis
Dear Pat and Mary and family, it is with such fond memories that we express our sincere sympathy.
John & Carolyn Kemp & Family
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