Richard "Rick" Keith Moore

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA

Richard "Rick" Keith Moore

Richard "Rick" Keith Moore, 75, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on May 27, 2024 at his home. He was born in Cherokee County, SC, son of the late Cleveland and Kathleen Bailey Moore and was preceded in death by his siblings, Clara Rhea, Sarah Mullinax, John Moore, JC Moore, Bob Moore, Marsha Chastain, Sheila Tucker, Doris Wells, and Virginia Bumgardner. Rick was a long time member of First Baptist Church, Kings Mountain. He served his country faithfully in the US Army as a military policeman. He and Jean enjoyed traveling including spending time with his family at the beach. Rick was an avid golfer and a member of Masonic Lodge #339 and a Shriner. He possessed a servants heart and was always mindful of his civic duties which led him to serve the citizens of Kings Mountain for 12 years as a city council member. Rick was the owner and operator of Rick's Old Country Store for 20 years and Timms Furniture Store for 27 years. His family was always at the center of his life and he loved nothing more than spending time with his loved ones, especially his beloved grandchildren. Rick's contributions and love for his family and the citizens of Kings Mountain will be remembered fondly by everyone who knew and cared for him. He was a wonderful husband, guiding and loving father, grandfather, and good friend to many.

SURVIVORS: Wife of 56 years: Jean Falls Moore, of the home

Children: Tim Moore and significant other, Holly Wall and

Karla Moore Drennan and husband Randy, both of Kings Mountain, NC

Grandchildren: McRae Moore and Wilson Moore, Sarah Wilson (Sam) and Lily Drennan

Sister: Brenda Sellers (Bill), Kings Mountain, NC

FUNERAL SERVICE: Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 3:00 PM at First Baptist Church, Kings Mountain, with Reverend Dr. John Sloan officiating

VISITATION: Wednesday, May 29, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 2:50 PM prior to the service in the Stained Glass Room of First Baptist Church

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina

Memorials may be made to: First Baptist Church, 605 W King Street, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or Hospice of Cleveland Co, 953 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150

ARRANGEMENTS:  HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA