Moore - Charley - 1894 - Montgomery InGenWeb Project

Charley Moore, the only son and child of George and Jennie Moore, was born August 18, 1882, and departed this life June 12, 1894, age 11 years, 9 months, and 24 days. His sickness was of short duration. He was taken with what was supposed to be congestion of the stomach and bowels. But in spite of what medical skill could do, it went to his brain, causing death instantly.

Charley was an obedient child and an affectionate son, an agreeable associate, possessing all the qualities that pertain to a lovable and worthy character.

Of him it can be truly said none knew him but to love him, spoke of him but praise, Although young in years, he had been taught of Jesus and one the morning of his death he was conscious of the fact that he must die but his faith was not chilled by the cold winds that come from the dark valley of the shadow of death, but expressing his explicit confidence in God. He said that he would soon be with God and the angels. Among the last words that he said were that the angels were in the room with him, and requesting of his father to meet him in heaven. Closing his eyes, he quietly passed away to try the realties of the new world.

The funeral was conducted by N. B. Mount, with very appropriate singing by the church choir and a scripture lesson and prayer by Rev. Moody. The remains were laid to rest in the Lutheran Cemetery. May heaven console the bereaved father.