Memorial Service
Lakewood Funeral Chapel
98 N. Dixie Drive
Lake Jackson, TX
77566
Friday, November 13, 2020
10:00am
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of Lake Jackson, TX
March 19, 1949 - November 9, 2020
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Terry was born to parents D.C and Bobbie Dee Moore in Alpine, TX on March 19, 1949. He excelled in both academics and sports. He graduated from Mertzon high school as valedictorian and was the captain of both the football and basketball teams. He graduated from University of Texas at Austin in 1971 with a BS in math. Terry came from a long line of educators (his mother was teacher and both his father and grandfather where superintendents) and in 1971 he started teaching math at a middle school in Austin, TX. He then went on to earn a master's degree in administration from Sul Ross State University and a superintendent's certification from Texas Tech University. He spent most of his career as the principal of Ogg Elementary in Clute Texas. He worked as a principal there from 1984 - 2005. He was respected and loved by his staff and students and even had the street in front of Ogg Elementary named after him when he retired. He led Ogg Elementary to winning a National Blue Ribbon award, one of his most treasured achievements as an administrator.
He married his high school sweetheart on August 14th 1971 in San Angelo, TX. They had 2 children, Bethany Moore and Travis Moore. Terry was a loving father and supported his children in all their activities and aspirations. He was generous to a fault at times and was always open to hearing someone's point of view and putting himself in their shoes. He was active in the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association. He loved to golf, play basketball and bowl and play games and remained a curious learner his whole life. He loved to travel as well.
Terry lived with Parkinson's disease for the last 30 years of his life. It took away much from him, but he remained positive and continued to live his life to the best of ability until his death.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the American Parkinson's Disease Association
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8 Condolence(s)
Doug Laughlin
Houston, TX
Sunday, May 30, 2021
Bethany and Travis - I am so sorry to learn of your father's death. Terry was my cousin, and we visited him on numerous summer vacation trips to Marfa and Valentine in the 50's and 60's. We always enjoyed our visits with Uncle D.C. and Aunt Bobbie Dee and Terry. Your grandfather (our Uncle D.C.) and my mother (Ethel May Moore Laughlin) and uncle (Wilson L Moore) were brother and sister. Terry was the last known cousin I had, and I spent several years recently trying to track him down in Clute, but could never locate him. I presumed that his Parkinsons had caused him to relocate somewhere. Terrys other cousin, my brother Robert, passed away May 26, 2020 from cancer. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I will always cherish the memories of Terry and your family.
Esperanza Vasquez Ramirez
Lake Jackson, TX
Monday, January 4, 2021
I had the privilege of knowing Terry when we went to school together in Valentine, TX, and again when we were reacquainted years later at TW Ogg where I substituted for several of his teachers. He was a sweet soul, kind and very friendly back in our school days and he never changed. My sympathies and prayers go out to his family. I know you miss him very much.
Julie Garza
Angleton, TX
Friday, November 13, 2020
My sincere condolences to Bethany & Travis. Your dad was the greatest friend & boss I've ever known. He will never be forgotten. I will miss him dearly. I truly believe that when the Lord calls a loved one home he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. You're in my prayers...RIP my dear friend.
Wendy Tow
Tyrone, NM
Thursday, November 12, 2020
My condolences to the Moore family. Mr. Moore was the best principal I have worked for in 28 years. He always said to come to him with a solution to a problem and 99.9% of the time he would support you any way he could. He was a great leader and role model for students and staff. He will truly be missed.
ASHLEY GILBERT
Richwood, TX
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Mr. Terry Moore you will truly be missed. R.I.P.
Ray & Nicki George
Bryan, TX
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Bethany & Travis...
Those we hold most dear never truly leave us...they live on in the
kindnesses they showed, the comfort they shared, and the love they brought into our lives. Your Dad was a very special person to many people he worked with in Brazosport I.S.D. May beautiful memories give you strength at this difficult time.
Greg Lee Hackney
Freeport, TX
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
He was never called by me, Terry, bec He was my principal. A great boss that backed me in everything I did.
Mary Helen Peņa
Angleton, TX
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
My sincere condolences to Bethany and Travis Moore. I've never known a better man than your father. I worked for him at TWOgg and I must say that he was the best principal I've ever worked for. He was always so kind and considerate of his teachers and staff. He made it fun to work for him. I truly admired Terry; there will be no other like him! He was a great man and will be greatly missed.