Geraldine Moore Israel

geraldine israel

May 26, 1932 ~ December 6, 2020

Born in: Madison Co., NC
Resided in: Asheville, NC

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Geraldine Moore Israel, 88, passed away Sunday, December 6, 2020, at CarePartners Solace Center.

Ms. Israel was born May 26, 1932, in Madison County, but was a lifelong resident of Buncombe County.

She was the daughter of the late Dolman T. and Faye Stamey Moore and the wife of the late Gordon Israel.

She is survived by sons, Joe Black (Susan) and Larry Black (LeeAnn); daughters, Sonja Ashby (Paul), Betty Hood (Rocky) and Linda Buckner (Danny); granddaughters, Angie White (Michael), Amanda Buckner (Wes), special grandsons, Casey & Cody Ashby; brother Hugh Moore (Kathy) and sister Lula Messer(Ralph). She was also sister to the late Bunny Moore and brothers Eugene “Doc“ and Jack Moore.

She retired after 43 years of service from American Enka Company and was a member of Reeves Chapel United Methodist Church.

Before her health declined she enjoyed gardening, weekly bingo and you could always find her in the sitting area working on her puzzles. Geraldine was a God loving woman who worked hard all of her life and instilled integrity, ethics, good morals and respect in her children that they still follow today. She will be missed and remembered with love, affection and a sense of pride as having her for a mother.

A private family graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park , Enka, and officiated by her nephew, Daryl Messer.

The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the staff of CarePartners Solace Center for the exceptional level of comfort and care she received while there. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Reeves Chapel Methodist Church, 225 Sardis Road, Asheville, NC 28806.

You are my sunshine, my only sunshine; you make me happy when skies are grey. You’ll never know dear how much I love you. Please don’t take my sunshine away.

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Funeral Home Assisting The Family:

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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  1. Gerry, you are the best mother-in-law anyone could ever want. You always treated me like a daughter and you raised a fine son that became my loving husband. You were a selfless, giving woman who raised five children with good morals, and mostly on your own. You will missed dearly, but we take comfort in knowing you are in a far better place now. I love you

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  3. I am truly so sorry for your loss. I loved Mrs. Geraldine to pieces. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of sorrow.

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  6. Oh my sweet Gerry…I miss you already…I miss you smiling and saying hey babe!!as soon as I walked in the room..I miss hearing you sing “you are my sunshine” You always brightened my day..everyday.. You will truly be missed at Pisgah..

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  8. I ❤️You still much!!! You are a true Blessing and especially when you sang to my children You are my sunshine.
    You will forever be My Jewel

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  9. To the family of Geraldine, Joyce, Patsy and David are so sorry for your loss, the memories that you made, store them in your hearts, there will be smiles and also tears those are just a small portion that makes her memory special, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  10. My sweet aunt Gerry provided a strong, steady foundation to help me grow up with a strong work ethic and a good morale compass. She never waivered in her determination to find the best in everyone and never let any situation get the best of her. She left a lasting positive impression on all those who came in contact with her. She will be sorely missed. I pray comfort and peace for the entire family. Know that her legacy lives on and reaches far and wide. Pam

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  11. We send our heartfelt sympathy to Larry and Lee Ann and family for the loss of your sweet mother. Our prayer is that you all be surrounded by God’s eternal love and comforted by his quiet peace in the days ahead.

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  12. My deepest sympathy to the Moore Family …….I was part of the family for many years and in my heart, I still am. .Geraldine..was precious to me…….She even took me to the hospital when I was in labor with Sherry….my prayers are with the family …….Fly with the Angels Geraldine….Hug my Little Mom for me

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  13. Larry and LeeAnn I am so sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. She was a wonderful woman. She will be missed by many. My heart goes out to u and the family.

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  14. Larry and LeeAnn I so sorry for the passing of Gerry. She was a wonderful woman and will be missed by many. My heart goes out to you and the family…

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  15. Betty & Family,

    Ruthie & I are sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. Keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers.

    Robbie & Ruthie Dempsey

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  17. My precious Aunt Gerry, how I will miss you! I treasure my childhood memories but am honored with the memories to have worked with you at BASF. I never would have imagined your job responsibilities, the long hours, and the hard work had I not seen it for myself. Everyday you would stop by my office on your way to lunch and just be so happy, all the time! I don’t know how you did but you did! And how you managed to raise 5 great kids at the same time, I will never figure it out! You are an amazing lady and will forever be in my heart. Love, Kim Moore Bierman

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  18. Gerry, Mom, Dad and are so sorry we only found out. You were such a good friend. Love, Margaret, Virgil and Janet Meadows.

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