Our Ancestral Foundation

The Children of Willis & Ellen Moore

• Walter Moore

• Daisy Moore

• Everett Moore

• Silas Moore

• Verlie Moore

• Early Moore

• Carrie Moore

• Cornell (Colonel) Moore

• Roy Moore

• Nellie Moore

• Robert Moore

• Lou Ellen Moore

Through these twelve children, the Moore family expanded across generations and regions, giving rise to the family lines that continue today

From Willis & Ellen to Walter Moore

One of Willis and Ellen’s sons, Walter Moore, carried the Moore family line forward.

• Walter Moore — born February 13, 1904; died April 12, 1991

• Married to Lenora (Lou) Joyce Moore

Walter and Lenora’s children represent a pivotal generation in the Moore family story, connecting our ancestral lineage to the present-day descendants of Loranzy and Beatrice.

Loranzy & Beatrice Moore: The Heart of This Legacy

North Carolina was the birthplace of our parents Loranzy and Beatrice Moore, and the foundation of the Moore family story. In the early 1930s, seeking opportunity and stability, our father left North Carolina for West Virginia to work in the coal mines. Like many families of that era, this move marked the beginning of a journey defined by hard work, faith, and perseverance. After several years, he returned home, and in May of 1934, Loranzy & Beatrice united in marriage.

Following their union, the family settled in Slab Fork, West Virginia, where they built a life rooted in love, faith, and resilience. Slab Fork was a small coal-mining community, but it became “home” in every sense of the word. It was there that memories were made, children were raised, and lifelong bonds were formed. Though the work was difficult and the times were often challenging, the strength of family and belief in God carried them forward.

The children of Loranzy and Beatrice include:

• Leonard

• William

• Earl

• Charles Louis

• James Alvin

• Lenora

• Mary Marie

• Arjean Thompson

Some have passed on, while others continue to carry the family forward. From this generation come the grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, great-great-great- grandchildren, and future generations.

Faith. Family. Dedication. Our Foundation

Loranzy Moore served as a pastor, a calling that deeply shaped our family’s values. While the responsibilities of ministry often required sacrifice, including long journeys to serve congregations. Faith remained the cornerstone of our household. Beatrice Moore, steadfast and devoted, balanced family life with church involvement, anchoring the household with love and dedication.

Tragedy touched the family with the loss of children at a young age, reminders of how fragile life can be. Yet even in sorrow, the family leaned on faith, drawing strength from one another and from God. These losses left lasting impressions but also reinforced the importance of unity and remembrance.

Family reunions became a cherished tradition, especially beginning in the late 1960s. These gatherings served not only as celebrations but as acts of preservation. Opportunities to reconnect, honor the past, and pass stories to the next generation. Over time, reunions were held in several states, reflecting how the Moore family spread across the country while remaining connected at heart.

The sudden passing of our matriarch Beatrice Moore in 1987 marked a profound moment of loss. The family patriarch, Loranzy Moore followed several years later in 1992. Though their absence was deeply felt, their legacy lives on through their children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and every generation to follow. Their lives stood as examples of faith, perseverance, service, and unconditional love.

A Living Family Circle

Today, the Loranzy & Beatrice Moore family legacy continues to grow. Each generation carries forward the lessons instilled by those who came before. The importance of family, the power of faith, and the value of remembering our roots. This history is not only a record of names and dates, but a living story. One that honors the past while inspiring the future.

As the years go by and the family expands, this history serves as a reminder that our strength lies in knowing where we come from and in honoring those who paved the way.

Moore Family Circle will serve as more than just a website. It’s a living record of faith, love, and resilience. By honoring Fannie Moore, Nellie Gilbert, Willis and Ellen Moore, and centering on the legacy of Loranzy and Beatrice Moore, to ensure that every generation understands the strength of the family they belong to.

Willis & Ellen Moore our Matriarch and Patriarch