Melvin T. "Mel" Moore was born September 18, 1919 in Brookfield, MO, and was living in Noblesville, IN with his wife, Pat, when he left this earth on August 10, 2016 at the age of 96. He was the son of Guy and Emily (Freeman) Moore.
Mel was a World War II veteran, proudly serving in the US Marine Corp in the South Pacific throughout the entire war. He had a colorful life as a farmer, salesperson, square dance caller, and retired as a real estate broker. Mel had been awarded the title of Honorary Kentucky Colonel and was a published author. He was very active in the Toastmasters organization for the past 25 years where he had earned the highest educational award, Distinguished Toastmaster, 3 times. He enjoyed mentoring new members and clubs, as well as participating in speech contest. He belonged to various Toastmasters clubs, including ones in Fishers, Noblesville and Indianapolis. Mel was a 65-year member of the Masonic order with his final home at Lodge #57 in Noblesville. He had been a member of Clarksville Christian Church for 10 years.
Mel is survived by his wife of 45 years, Pat Moore; children, Norma Fewell of Kokomo, IN, Edmun Whaley of Poland, IN, and James Whaley of Carmel, IN; seven grandchildren, Deborah Williams of Franklin, IN, Michele Glidden of Eminence, IN, Jason Holmes of Coatesville, IN, Leia Beedham of Greentown, IN, John Fewell of Westbury, NY, Christopher Whaley of Poland, IN, and Jennifer Whaley of Indianapolis, IN; 13 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Karl Moore; and brother, Vernon Moore.
A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 pm on Sunday, August 14, 2016 at Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary, 12010 Allisonville Road, in Fishers, with visitation from 1:00 pm to the time of service. Pastor Steve Fair will officiate. Military rites to follow the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to Noblesville Masonic Angel Fund, 295 South 9th Street, Noblesville, IN 46060; or Clarksville Christian Church, 16600 Lehr Street, Noblesville, IN 46060; or Salvation Army, Memorial Program, 3100 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208.
Visitation
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sunday, August 14, 2016
Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary
12010 Allisonville Road
Fishers, Indiana, United States
46038
Memorial Service
4:00 pm Sunday, August 14, 2016
Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary
12010 Allisonville Road
Fishers, Indiana, United States
46038