Gennie Lou (Dobine) Moore

Gennie Lou Moore was born on September 24,1929, in Marion, Alabama, and she lived for 94 years before taking her final rest on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. 

On December 28, 1948, she united with Willie James Moore. The couple and their daughters relocated to Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1951.

Gennie accepted Christ at a young age. After relocating to Fort Wayne, Indiana, she became a member of Pilgrim Baptist Church, under the leadership of Rev. John Dixie, Jr. and later, Rev. Sam Shade, Jr. Gennie was deeply involved in her church community. She was an active member of Pilgrim Baptist Church, participating in various aspects of church life, including Sunday School, Prayer Service, and the Baptist Training Union (BTU). Her involvement and dedication to these activities demonstrated her commitment to her faith. Later on, she transitioned to Light of the World Christian Church, where she took fellowship under Pastor Cornelius Hill. 

Gennie was employed at Parkview Memorial Hospital as a Central Services Technician for over 30 years. Not only was she a diligent worker, she was an avid gardener, who generously shared the fruits of her labor with others. 

Gennie leaves to cherish many fond memories, children, Willie L. Moore, Bama (Walter) Hollis, Timothy (Kelly) Moore of Arizona, and Anthony Moore (Tammy); sisters-in-law, Corrine Mayhand, Thelma (John) Dixie, Louise Mattox, Gladys Moore, Fleta Moore and Helen Moore; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and a host of other family and friends. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie J. Moore, parents, Willie J. Dobine and Lovie Dobine-Griffin; daughters, Dorothy Moore and Janeice Moore; brothers, Thomas, Willie, Isaiah Dobine, Lloyd Dobynes, Sr.; sisters, Aserine Carlisle, Mildred King, and Jannie Sanders. 

Gennie's motto, "Pray to the Lord about it," played a significant role in shaping her perspective and approach to life. 

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