"tammy and i went to junior high together, we had many classes together, We went to her parents house and made rock candy for a speech class. I had no idea she had passed away. She was so nice and a really special person. I am so sorry for your loss. I had been searching for her online for years and came across this. Again i am so sorry."
In loving memory of
Tamera Moore
April 17, 2007
Tamera (Tammy) Rae Moore, 49, of Keokuk, died at 1:17 P.M. Tuesday afternoon, April 17, 2007, at University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa.
Ms. Moore was born on October 23, 1957, in Kirksville, Missouri, the daughter of Robert R. and Ruth E. Hyde Moore. She was a lifelong resident of Keokuk, Iowa. She was employed with Roquette America as a purchasing clerk and in the time office. She previous worked for Keokuk Day Care Center and the Arrowhead Bowl. She was a past recipient of KHQA "7 Who Care" award. She was a member of the First Christian Church, United States Bowling Congress Women's Bowling Association, District Director of USBC Youth Association, and Youth State Board. She was the President of Keokuk U. S. Bowling Congress Youth and past secretary of the Keokuk Women's Bowling Association for ten years.
She is survived by her son, Ryan Moore and his wife, Jerrie, of Keokuk, Iowa; two granddaughters, Kaitlyn and Rachel Moore of Keokuk, Iowa; her parents, Robert & Ruth Moore of Keokuk, Iowa; one sister, Melody Stepp and her husband, Rick, of Keokuk, Iowa; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents.
Funeral services were Friday, April 20, 2007 at 10:00 A.M. at DeJong's Funeral Home with Rev. William Mitchell officiating. Burial followed at Memphis Cemetery, Memphis, Missouri.
Memorials may be made to Keokuk USBC Youth Bowlers.
Tributes
"Bob, Ruth Melody & Ryan, I'm so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. I only found out today or I would have been there for the services. Every time I remember all the years I bowled in Keokuk I cant help but think of Tammy. I know the Arrowhead will never be the same without her. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Loren Cloyed & Family"
"Dear Ryan, I am very sorry for the lose of your Mom. I can't imagine how hard it is to loose your Mom. I just heard today of your Mom's passing or else I would of been there. I would really like to be in better touch with you. Please contact me anytime. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers always, Nathon "
"Ryan, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. The bowling alley wont be the same with out her. She will be missed."
"My prayers go out to the entire Moore family. I'll always remember the times spent at the Moore house across from Kilborne Park. We've lost a major icon at the bowling alley. I'll miss you Tammy."
"Bob, Ruth, Melody, Rick, Ryan, Jerri, Katie & Rachel: We will miss Tammy so much. She was the heart and sole of the "YABA". In her honor and memory, We will strive to keep the program active and as productive as she did. We love you all. Love Dave & Von"
"Tammy will be missed all. She was a major part of the bowling alley. I will never forget all the fun times we had at the alley and at away tournaments. My heart goes out to all of you, Ryan, Jerri, Bob, Ruth, Melody, Rick, Katie and Rachel. She will be greatly missed."
"Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with Tammy's family. Class of '76"
"To the family of Tammy I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one. Know that she is in a better place. I graduated with Tammy and she was a very sweet and nice person. From Jennifer Fullbright Cottage Grove, MN "
"At this sad time, we want you all to know our thought and prayers are with you."
"I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Tammy, she will be missed by many. My prayers are with you. "
"You will missed very much....what we to do without you @ the bowling alley never be the same Love miss ya tons..............''' tina"