She was 19.
She was a college student at Seton Hall University.
Cause of death: random murder at a private party by a man who was denied entrance to the party
Find A Grave contributor Ancestor's Child sent me the obit below to be added:
Jessica A. Moore, departed this life on Saturday, September 25, 2010.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 2, 2010, at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Ave., Petersburg, Va. The interment was in Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, pastor, and the Rev. Dr. Willie Derr, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Yale, Va., eulogist.
Arrangements by J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va.
Survivors include her mother, Dr. Phyllis Moore-Tolliver (SGM (Ret.) Olanda) of Sussex, Va.; father, MSG (Ret.) James A. Moore (Clarissa) of Madisonville, Ky.; sister, Chandler Moore of Madisonville, Ky., and brothers, Jerrod Moore of Sussex, Va., Trevor Moore of Madisonville, Ky., and Christopher Tolliver of Germany.
The family requests that memorial donations be made to the "Drop Out to Degree Program" at any Suntrust Bank location.
Published in Star-Ledger on October 1, 2010
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Miss Jessica Ann Moore, fondly known as Tennessee, departed this life on Saturday, September 25, 2010. Jessica had an infectious personality and a kind and giving spirit. She was truly a blessing to everyone she met and she gave her life to save her friend. Jessica was born on December 11, 1990, in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, but was raised in Clarksville, Tennessee. She accepted God at the early age of six under the direction and leadership of Pastor Doctor Leroy Burgess, Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Clarksville Tennessee, now under the leadership of Pastor Doctor Carl E. Livingston. She attended Minglewood Elementary School and New Providence Middle School where she ran cross country, played basketball, was Captain of the Cheerleaders, was Vice President of the Junior Class and was a member of the school choir. Jessica was also very active in the community. She was a Girl Scout, she played softball for Northwest Little League, she was a Sunbeam Matron for the St. Marys Chapter #40 Order of the Eastern Star, she was a member of the Young Teachers Association and a member of the Duke University Talented and Gifted Program. Jessica attended Northwest High School in Clarksville, Tennessee where she played basketball and softball, ran cross country and was a member of the Booster Club. She received several awards and honors including: Whos Who Among American Students, United States Achievement Academy National Award, the 2004-2005 Leadership Merit Award, and the 2006-2007 Best Free Throw Percentage Shooter Award. She was also a member of the National Society of High School Scholars, Governors Study Partner Program, Tennessee Department of Education, and she was featured in the magazine On the Ball 2006-2007 Basketball Breakdown - 80 Players to Watch in the State of Tennessee. Due to her stepfather serving in the military, Jessica later moved to King of Prussia, PA where she graduated with honors from Upper Merion Area High School. She played softball and basketball and was a member of the school choir. She was also selected for the First Team Regional Softball and Second Team District Softball teams and she received the Golden Glove award. Because of her love for God, she continued to fellowship with King of Prussia Church of Christ, under the leadership of Minister Daniel Fletcher. On June 8, 2010, Jessica joined Calvary Baptist Church, Yale VA, under the leadership of Reverend Doctor Willie R. Derr. Jessica was a sophomore honor student at Seton Hall University, majoring in Psychology. She aspired to be a Psychiatrist and wanted to help service men and women suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). She released her first single I Cry in June 2010 and was scheduled to audition at the Apollo Theatre in New York on October 3, 2010. She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Edward Moore, Sr.; great grandmothers, Martha Taylor and Theresa Hines; grandfathers, Clifford Taylor, Douglas Hines and William Giles; aunt, Chandra Hines and uncles, George Larry Taylor and Dezzy Smith. Jessica is survived by her loving family, mother: Dr. Phyllis Moore-Tolliver(SGM (Ret) Olanda) of Sussex, VA; father, MSG (Ret) James A. Moore (Clarissa) of Madisonville, KY; sister, Chandler Moore of Madisonville, KY; brothers: Jerrod Moore of Sussex, VA, Trevor Moore of Madisonville, KY and Christopher Tolliver of Germany; grandmothers, Annie Moore of Petersburg, VA, Fannie Taylor of Prince George, VA, Shirley Tolliver of Chatawa, MS and Mattie Toney of San Pedro, CA; grandfathers, John Hines (Mildred) of Sussex, VA and Millard Tolliver of Chatawa, MS; great grandmother, Eula Roney of Charles City, VA; Great-grandfather, Amal Wilson of Chatawa, MS; aunts, Ann Slater (Chris) of Dinwiddie, VA, Debrah Taylor of Hopewell, VA, Barbara Moore of Petersburg, VA, Cynthia Moore of Prince George, VA, Marsha Hines of Sussex, VA, Mildred Martin (Kendrick) of Chatawa, MS, June McKenzie of Green Bay, WI and Cassandra Toney of Los Angeles, CA; uncles, James Taylor of Petersburg, VA, Clarence Taylor of Prince George, VA, Michael Taylor (Taineka) of Disputanta, VA, Terry Taylor (Margaret) of Hopewell, VA, Edward Moore, Jr. of Petersburg, VA, William Moore (Lucia) of Germany, Bobby Wilson of Baton Rouge, LA, Jessie James (Jerry) of Jackson, MS, Jeffrey Tolliver (Angela) of Hawaii, Christopher James (Rosalind) and Oliver James (Rhonda) both Chatawa, MS, John Hines (Theresa) of McKenney, VA and Reginald McKenzie of Green Bay, WI. Jessica is also survived by a host of cousins, other relatives and friends, including a special childhood friend, Josh Boone of Clarksville, TN and long term special friend, Marquise Rudolph of Clarksville, TN. A funeral service for Miss Jessica Moore will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, October 2, 2010 at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, Pastor and Rev. Dr. Willie Derr, Pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Yale, VA, Eulogist. The interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Petersburg, VA. The family will receive friends at 24128 Cabin Point Road, Disputanta, VA and may be contacted by calling (804) 721-9662 or (804) 519-0825. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Drop Out to Degree Program at any Suntrust Bank location. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Miss Moore online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. ********************************** Out of town guest that wish to attend Miss Jessica A. Moore's Homegoing Services and require lodging the following hotels have extended discount rates: Hotels Hilton Gardens $89.00 per night 800 Southpark Blvd. (No Breakfast) Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-0600 Toll Free: 1-877-782-9444 Hampton Inn $89.00 per night 403 East Roslyn Road (Hot Breakfast) Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-7333 Comfort Suites $85.00 per night 931 South Avenue (Hot Breakfast) Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 528-0600 Toll Free: 1-800-424-6423 *Ask for Long & Foster Realty Discount Rate
She was a college student at Seton Hall University.
Cause of death: random murder at a private party by a man who was denied entrance to the party
Find A Grave contributor Ancestor's Child sent me the obit below to be added:
Jessica A. Moore, departed this life on Saturday, September 25, 2010.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 2, 2010, at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Ave., Petersburg, Va. The interment was in Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, pastor, and the Rev. Dr. Willie Derr, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Yale, Va., eulogist.
Arrangements by J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va.
Survivors include her mother, Dr. Phyllis Moore-Tolliver (SGM (Ret.) Olanda) of Sussex, Va.; father, MSG (Ret.) James A. Moore (Clarissa) of Madisonville, Ky.; sister, Chandler Moore of Madisonville, Ky., and brothers, Jerrod Moore of Sussex, Va., Trevor Moore of Madisonville, Ky., and Christopher Tolliver of Germany.
The family requests that memorial donations be made to the "Drop Out to Degree Program" at any Suntrust Bank location.
Published in Star-Ledger on October 1, 2010
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Miss Jessica Ann Moore, fondly known as Tennessee, departed this life on Saturday, September 25, 2010. Jessica had an infectious personality and a kind and giving spirit. She was truly a blessing to everyone she met and she gave her life to save her friend. Jessica was born on December 11, 1990, in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, but was raised in Clarksville, Tennessee. She accepted God at the early age of six under the direction and leadership of Pastor Doctor Leroy Burgess, Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Clarksville Tennessee, now under the leadership of Pastor Doctor Carl E. Livingston. She attended Minglewood Elementary School and New Providence Middle School where she ran cross country, played basketball, was Captain of the Cheerleaders, was Vice President of the Junior Class and was a member of the school choir. Jessica was also very active in the community. She was a Girl Scout, she played softball for Northwest Little League, she was a Sunbeam Matron for the St. Marys Chapter #40 Order of the Eastern Star, she was a member of the Young Teachers Association and a member of the Duke University Talented and Gifted Program. Jessica attended Northwest High School in Clarksville, Tennessee where she played basketball and softball, ran cross country and was a member of the Booster Club. She received several awards and honors including: Whos Who Among American Students, United States Achievement Academy National Award, the 2004-2005 Leadership Merit Award, and the 2006-2007 Best Free Throw Percentage Shooter Award. She was also a member of the National Society of High School Scholars, Governors Study Partner Program, Tennessee Department of Education, and she was featured in the magazine On the Ball 2006-2007 Basketball Breakdown - 80 Players to Watch in the State of Tennessee. Due to her stepfather serving in the military, Jessica later moved to King of Prussia, PA where she graduated with honors from Upper Merion Area High School. She played softball and basketball and was a member of the school choir. She was also selected for the First Team Regional Softball and Second Team District Softball teams and she received the Golden Glove award. Because of her love for God, she continued to fellowship with King of Prussia Church of Christ, under the leadership of Minister Daniel Fletcher. On June 8, 2010, Jessica joined Calvary Baptist Church, Yale VA, under the leadership of Reverend Doctor Willie R. Derr. Jessica was a sophomore honor student at Seton Hall University, majoring in Psychology. She aspired to be a Psychiatrist and wanted to help service men and women suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). She released her first single I Cry in June 2010 and was scheduled to audition at the Apollo Theatre in New York on October 3, 2010. She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Edward Moore, Sr.; great grandmothers, Martha Taylor and Theresa Hines; grandfathers, Clifford Taylor, Douglas Hines and William Giles; aunt, Chandra Hines and uncles, George Larry Taylor and Dezzy Smith. Jessica is survived by her loving family, mother: Dr. Phyllis Moore-Tolliver(SGM (Ret) Olanda) of Sussex, VA; father, MSG (Ret) James A. Moore (Clarissa) of Madisonville, KY; sister, Chandler Moore of Madisonville, KY; brothers: Jerrod Moore of Sussex, VA, Trevor Moore of Madisonville, KY and Christopher Tolliver of Germany; grandmothers, Annie Moore of Petersburg, VA, Fannie Taylor of Prince George, VA, Shirley Tolliver of Chatawa, MS and Mattie Toney of San Pedro, CA; grandfathers, John Hines (Mildred) of Sussex, VA and Millard Tolliver of Chatawa, MS; great grandmother, Eula Roney of Charles City, VA; Great-grandfather, Amal Wilson of Chatawa, MS; aunts, Ann Slater (Chris) of Dinwiddie, VA, Debrah Taylor of Hopewell, VA, Barbara Moore of Petersburg, VA, Cynthia Moore of Prince George, VA, Marsha Hines of Sussex, VA, Mildred Martin (Kendrick) of Chatawa, MS, June McKenzie of Green Bay, WI and Cassandra Toney of Los Angeles, CA; uncles, James Taylor of Petersburg, VA, Clarence Taylor of Prince George, VA, Michael Taylor (Taineka) of Disputanta, VA, Terry Taylor (Margaret) of Hopewell, VA, Edward Moore, Jr. of Petersburg, VA, William Moore (Lucia) of Germany, Bobby Wilson of Baton Rouge, LA, Jessie James (Jerry) of Jackson, MS, Jeffrey Tolliver (Angela) of Hawaii, Christopher James (Rosalind) and Oliver James (Rhonda) both Chatawa, MS, John Hines (Theresa) of McKenney, VA and Reginald McKenzie of Green Bay, WI. Jessica is also survived by a host of cousins, other relatives and friends, including a special childhood friend, Josh Boone of Clarksville, TN and long term special friend, Marquise Rudolph of Clarksville, TN. A funeral service for Miss Jessica Moore will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, October 2, 2010 at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, Pastor and Rev. Dr. Willie Derr, Pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Yale, VA, Eulogist. The interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Petersburg, VA. The family will receive friends at 24128 Cabin Point Road, Disputanta, VA and may be contacted by calling (804) 721-9662 or (804) 519-0825. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Drop Out to Degree Program at any Suntrust Bank location. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Miss Moore online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. ********************************** Out of town guest that wish to attend Miss Jessica A. Moore's Homegoing Services and require lodging the following hotels have extended discount rates: Hotels Hilton Gardens $89.00 per night 800 Southpark Blvd. (No Breakfast) Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-0600 Toll Free: 1-877-782-9444 Hampton Inn $89.00 per night 403 East Roslyn Road (Hot Breakfast) Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-7333 Comfort Suites $85.00 per night 931 South Avenue (Hot Breakfast) Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 528-0600 Toll Free: 1-800-424-6423 *Ask for Long & Foster Realty Discount Rate
She was 19.
She was a college student at Seton Hall University.
Cause of death: random murder at a private party by a man who was denied entrance to the party
Find A Grave contributor Ancestor's Child sent me the obit below to be added:
Jessica A. Moore, departed this life on Saturday, September 25, 2010.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 2, 2010, at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Ave., Petersburg, Va. The interment was in Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, pastor, and the Rev. Dr. Willie Derr, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Yale, Va., eulogist.
Arrangements by J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va.
Survivors include her mother, Dr. Phyllis Moore-Tolliver (SGM (Ret.) Olanda) of Sussex, Va.; father, MSG (Ret.) James A. Moore (Clarissa) of Madisonville, Ky.; sister, Chandler Moore of Madisonville, Ky., and brothers, Jerrod Moore of Sussex, Va., Trevor Moore of Madisonville, Ky., and Christopher Tolliver of Germany.
The family requests that memorial donations be made to the "Drop Out to Degree Program" at any Suntrust Bank location.
Published in Star-Ledger on October 1, 2010
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Miss Jessica Ann Moore, fondly known as Tennessee, departed this life on Saturday, September 25, 2010. Jessica had an infectious personality and a kind and giving spirit. She was truly a blessing to everyone she met and she gave her life to save her friend. Jessica was born on December 11, 1990, in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, but was raised in Clarksville, Tennessee. She accepted God at the early age of six under the direction and leadership of Pastor Doctor Leroy Burgess, Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Clarksville Tennessee, now under the leadership of Pastor Doctor Carl E. Livingston. She attended Minglewood Elementary School and New Providence Middle School where she ran cross country, played basketball, was Captain of the Cheerleaders, was Vice President of the Junior Class and was a member of the school choir. Jessica was also very active in the community. She was a Girl Scout, she played softball for Northwest Little League, she was a Sunbeam Matron for the St. Marys Chapter #40 Order of the Eastern Star, she was a member of the Young Teachers Association and a member of the Duke University Talented and Gifted Program. Jessica attended Northwest High School in Clarksville, Tennessee where she played basketball and softball, ran cross country and was a member of the Booster Club. She received several awards and honors including: Whos Who Among American Students, United States Achievement Academy National Award, the 2004-2005 Leadership Merit Award, and the 2006-2007 Best Free Throw Percentage Shooter Award. She was also a member of the National Society of High School Scholars, Governors Study Partner Program, Tennessee Department of Education, and she was featured in the magazine On the Ball 2006-2007 Basketball Breakdown - 80 Players to Watch in the State of Tennessee. Due to her stepfather serving in the military, Jessica later moved to King of Prussia, PA where she graduated with honors from Upper Merion Area High School. She played softball and basketball and was a member of the school choir. She was also selected for the First Team Regional Softball and Second Team District Softball teams and she received the Golden Glove award. Because of her love for God, she continued to fellowship with King of Prussia Church of Christ, under the leadership of Minister Daniel Fletcher. On June 8, 2010, Jessica joined Calvary Baptist Church, Yale VA, under the leadership of Reverend Doctor Willie R. Derr. Jessica was a sophomore honor student at Seton Hall University, majoring in Psychology. She aspired to be a Psychiatrist and wanted to help service men and women suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). She released her first single I Cry in June 2010 and was scheduled to audition at the Apollo Theatre in New York on October 3, 2010. She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Edward Moore, Sr.; great grandmothers, Martha Taylor and Theresa Hines; grandfathers, Clifford Taylor, Douglas Hines and William Giles; aunt, Chandra Hines and uncles, George Larry Taylor and Dezzy Smith. Jessica is survived by her loving family, mother: Dr. Phyllis Moore-Tolliver(SGM (Ret) Olanda) of Sussex, VA; father, MSG (Ret) James A. Moore (Clarissa) of Madisonville, KY; sister, Chandler Moore of Madisonville, KY; brothers: Jerrod Moore of Sussex, VA, Trevor Moore of Madisonville, KY and Christopher Tolliver of Germany; grandmothers, Annie Moore of Petersburg, VA, Fannie Taylor of Prince George, VA, Shirley Tolliver of Chatawa, MS and Mattie Toney of San Pedro, CA; grandfathers, John Hines (Mildred) of Sussex, VA and Millard Tolliver of Chatawa, MS; great grandmother, Eula Roney of Charles City, VA; Great-grandfather, Amal Wilson of Chatawa, MS; aunts, Ann Slater (Chris) of Dinwiddie, VA, Debrah Taylor of Hopewell, VA, Barbara Moore of Petersburg, VA, Cynthia Moore of Prince George, VA, Marsha Hines of Sussex, VA, Mildred Martin (Kendrick) of Chatawa, MS, June McKenzie of Green Bay, WI and Cassandra Toney of Los Angeles, CA; uncles, James Taylor of Petersburg, VA, Clarence Taylor of Prince George, VA, Michael Taylor (Taineka) of Disputanta, VA, Terry Taylor (Margaret) of Hopewell, VA, Edward Moore, Jr. of Petersburg, VA, William Moore (Lucia) of Germany, Bobby Wilson of Baton Rouge, LA, Jessie James (Jerry) of Jackson, MS, Jeffrey Tolliver (Angela) of Hawaii, Christopher James (Rosalind) and Oliver James (Rhonda) both Chatawa, MS, John Hines (Theresa) of McKenney, VA and Reginald McKenzie of Green Bay, WI. Jessica is also survived by a host of cousins, other relatives and friends, including a special childhood friend, Josh Boone of Clarksville, TN and long term special friend, Marquise Rudolph of Clarksville, TN. A funeral service for Miss Jessica Moore will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, October 2, 2010 at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, Pastor and Rev. Dr. Willie Derr, Pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Yale, VA, Eulogist. The interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Petersburg, VA. The family will receive friends at 24128 Cabin Point Road, Disputanta, VA and may be contacted by calling (804) 721-9662 or (804) 519-0825. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Drop Out to Degree Program at any Suntrust Bank location. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Miss Moore online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. ********************************** Out of town guest that wish to attend Miss Jessica A. Moore's Homegoing Services and require lodging the following hotels have extended discount rates: Hotels Hilton Gardens $89.00 per night 800 Southpark Blvd. (No Breakfast) Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-0600 Toll Free: 1-877-782-9444 Hampton Inn $89.00 per night 403 East Roslyn Road (Hot Breakfast) Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-7333 Comfort Suites $85.00 per night 931 South Avenue (Hot Breakfast) Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 528-0600 Toll Free: 1-800-424-6423 *Ask for Long & Foster Realty Discount Rate
She was a college student at Seton Hall University.
Cause of death: random murder at a private party by a man who was denied entrance to the party
Find A Grave contributor Ancestor's Child sent me the obit below to be added:
Jessica A. Moore, departed this life on Saturday, September 25, 2010.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 2, 2010, at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Ave., Petersburg, Va. The interment was in Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, pastor, and the Rev. Dr. Willie Derr, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Yale, Va., eulogist.
Arrangements by J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va.
Survivors include her mother, Dr. Phyllis Moore-Tolliver (SGM (Ret.) Olanda) of Sussex, Va.; father, MSG (Ret.) James A. Moore (Clarissa) of Madisonville, Ky.; sister, Chandler Moore of Madisonville, Ky., and brothers, Jerrod Moore of Sussex, Va., Trevor Moore of Madisonville, Ky., and Christopher Tolliver of Germany.
The family requests that memorial donations be made to the "Drop Out to Degree Program" at any Suntrust Bank location.
Published in Star-Ledger on October 1, 2010
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Miss Jessica Ann Moore, fondly known as Tennessee, departed this life on Saturday, September 25, 2010. Jessica had an infectious personality and a kind and giving spirit. She was truly a blessing to everyone she met and she gave her life to save her friend. Jessica was born on December 11, 1990, in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, but was raised in Clarksville, Tennessee. She accepted God at the early age of six under the direction and leadership of Pastor Doctor Leroy Burgess, Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Clarksville Tennessee, now under the leadership of Pastor Doctor Carl E. Livingston. She attended Minglewood Elementary School and New Providence Middle School where she ran cross country, played basketball, was Captain of the Cheerleaders, was Vice President of the Junior Class and was a member of the school choir. Jessica was also very active in the community. She was a Girl Scout, she played softball for Northwest Little League, she was a Sunbeam Matron for the St. Marys Chapter #40 Order of the Eastern Star, she was a member of the Young Teachers Association and a member of the Duke University Talented and Gifted Program. Jessica attended Northwest High School in Clarksville, Tennessee where she played basketball and softball, ran cross country and was a member of the Booster Club. She received several awards and honors including: Whos Who Among American Students, United States Achievement Academy National Award, the 2004-2005 Leadership Merit Award, and the 2006-2007 Best Free Throw Percentage Shooter Award. She was also a member of the National Society of High School Scholars, Governors Study Partner Program, Tennessee Department of Education, and she was featured in the magazine On the Ball 2006-2007 Basketball Breakdown - 80 Players to Watch in the State of Tennessee. Due to her stepfather serving in the military, Jessica later moved to King of Prussia, PA where she graduated with honors from Upper Merion Area High School. She played softball and basketball and was a member of the school choir. She was also selected for the First Team Regional Softball and Second Team District Softball teams and she received the Golden Glove award. Because of her love for God, she continued to fellowship with King of Prussia Church of Christ, under the leadership of Minister Daniel Fletcher. On June 8, 2010, Jessica joined Calvary Baptist Church, Yale VA, under the leadership of Reverend Doctor Willie R. Derr. Jessica was a sophomore honor student at Seton Hall University, majoring in Psychology. She aspired to be a Psychiatrist and wanted to help service men and women suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). She released her first single I Cry in June 2010 and was scheduled to audition at the Apollo Theatre in New York on October 3, 2010. She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Edward Moore, Sr.; great grandmothers, Martha Taylor and Theresa Hines; grandfathers, Clifford Taylor, Douglas Hines and William Giles; aunt, Chandra Hines and uncles, George Larry Taylor and Dezzy Smith. Jessica is survived by her loving family, mother: Dr. Phyllis Moore-Tolliver(SGM (Ret) Olanda) of Sussex, VA; father, MSG (Ret) James A. Moore (Clarissa) of Madisonville, KY; sister, Chandler Moore of Madisonville, KY; brothers: Jerrod Moore of Sussex, VA, Trevor Moore of Madisonville, KY and Christopher Tolliver of Germany; grandmothers, Annie Moore of Petersburg, VA, Fannie Taylor of Prince George, VA, Shirley Tolliver of Chatawa, MS and Mattie Toney of San Pedro, CA; grandfathers, John Hines (Mildred) of Sussex, VA and Millard Tolliver of Chatawa, MS; great grandmother, Eula Roney of Charles City, VA; Great-grandfather, Amal Wilson of Chatawa, MS; aunts, Ann Slater (Chris) of Dinwiddie, VA, Debrah Taylor of Hopewell, VA, Barbara Moore of Petersburg, VA, Cynthia Moore of Prince George, VA, Marsha Hines of Sussex, VA, Mildred Martin (Kendrick) of Chatawa, MS, June McKenzie of Green Bay, WI and Cassandra Toney of Los Angeles, CA; uncles, James Taylor of Petersburg, VA, Clarence Taylor of Prince George, VA, Michael Taylor (Taineka) of Disputanta, VA, Terry Taylor (Margaret) of Hopewell, VA, Edward Moore, Jr. of Petersburg, VA, William Moore (Lucia) of Germany, Bobby Wilson of Baton Rouge, LA, Jessie James (Jerry) of Jackson, MS, Jeffrey Tolliver (Angela) of Hawaii, Christopher James (Rosalind) and Oliver James (Rhonda) both Chatawa, MS, John Hines (Theresa) of McKenney, VA and Reginald McKenzie of Green Bay, WI. Jessica is also survived by a host of cousins, other relatives and friends, including a special childhood friend, Josh Boone of Clarksville, TN and long term special friend, Marquise Rudolph of Clarksville, TN. A funeral service for Miss Jessica Moore will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, October 2, 2010 at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, Pastor and Rev. Dr. Willie Derr, Pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Yale, VA, Eulogist. The interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Petersburg, VA. The family will receive friends at 24128 Cabin Point Road, Disputanta, VA and may be contacted by calling (804) 721-9662 or (804) 519-0825. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Drop Out to Degree Program at any Suntrust Bank location. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Miss Moore online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. ********************************** Out of town guest that wish to attend Miss Jessica A. Moore's Homegoing Services and require lodging the following hotels have extended discount rates: Hotels Hilton Gardens $89.00 per night 800 Southpark Blvd. (No Breakfast) Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-0600 Toll Free: 1-877-782-9444 Hampton Inn $89.00 per night 403 East Roslyn Road (Hot Breakfast) Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 520-7333 Comfort Suites $85.00 per night 931 South Avenue (Hot Breakfast) Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804) 528-0600 Toll Free: 1-800-424-6423 *Ask for Long & Foster Realty Discount Rate
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