A funeral will be held Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024 for 88-year-old Ruthie Jean Moore of Red Bud, Illinois, who passed away peacefully at 8:10 pm, Thursday, February 15, 2024 in Waterloo, Illinois.
Born Oct. 17, 1935, Ruthie lived a life marked by her unwavering dedication to her family and those she loved.
Ruthie married Thomas J. Moore; he preceded her in death on August 18, 1982.
She is survived by three children: Terry Moore of Belleville, Ill., Lisa (Jimmy) Moore-Allen of New Athens, Ill., and Thomas (Janet) Moore, Jr. of Floraville, Ill.; a chosen daughter: Toya Burdge (Rich Egbert) of Millstadt, Ill.; a sister: Brenda (Mack) Wheetley of Saxton, Mo.; 15 grandchildren: Aaron (Denise) Mouser, AJ (Rosie) Mathis, Penny Edgar, Amber Mouser, Ben Moeller, Amber Moore, Jessica Moore, Garret Moore, Hilary (Drew) Allen-Daniel, Chelsea Moore (Bryan Barrows), Jenna Allen (Ashon Briscoe), Laydin Renaud, Sasha Renaud, Bonnie Egbert and Riley Egbert; four sisters-in-law: Janet Middleton, Louise Grammar, Francis Johannings and Marilyn Hood; countless beloved nieces, nephews, great and great-great grandchildren, chosen family and friends.
She was also preceded in death by: her parents, three children: Jerry Mouser, Randy Mouser and Gary Moore; a grandchild: Keith Harris and four siblings: Alton Middleton, Billy Middleton, Lois Keaster and Bobby Middleton.
She was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and a cherished friend, mentor, and a pillar of strength and true unconditional love to those who knew her. Ruthie’s remarkable legacy will continue to resonate forever, leaving an enduring impression on the world she touched.
Born in Henderson, Tennessee and raised in Kewanee, Missouri, Ruthie lived a full and profound life.
She worked for a while as a restaurant owner of Ruthie and Virginia’s in Cahokia, Illinois, and also gave more than 20 years of dedicated service as manager of Pizza Hut in both Belleville and Red Bud, Illinois.
She put her entire heart into everything she did, and her greatest passion was her family.
She loved to cook, tell stories and jokes, and drive fast.
She was compassionate, honest, funny, and authentic.
In addition to loving and raising her own children, Ruthie’s door was always open to anyone who needed her, and she cared for numerous ‘stray’ kids who still, to this day, call her “Mom”.
Upon retirement, she lived primarily in Red Bud, Illinois, and dedicated the rest of her life to her grandchildren, whom she loved boundlessly.
The indelible imprint of Ruthie Jean Moore’s memory shall live eternally within the hearts of those fortunate enough to have the blessing and privilege of knowing her.
Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21 and 10-11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 22 at the Pechacek Funeral Home, Red Bud, Illinois.
A funeral for 88-year-old Ruthie Jean Moore of Red Bud, Illinois will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 22, 2024 at the Pechacek Funeral Home, Red Bud, Illinois. Pastor Matt Friz will officiate.
Interment will be 2 p.m. Thursday, February 22, 2024 at Pleasant Grove Memorial Park in Murphysboro, Illinois,
The family requests donations to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Alzheimer’s charity of your choice