Mr. Richard F. Moore

March 11, 1925 - April 14, 2015

Richard F. Moore Beloved Father and Grandfather WWII Navy Veteran TYNGSBOROUGH—Richard Francis Moore, age 90, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2015 at the Blaire House in Tewksbury. Richard was the husband of the late Mary Rita (O'Brien) Moore to whom he was married for almost 60 years. Born in Lowell on March 11, 1925, Richard was the only son of the late Peter and Mary (Ready) Moore. He was a graduate of the Sacred Heart Grammar School and Lowell High School. Mr. Moore enlisted in the US Navy in 1943 and served aboard the USS Hamul as a Signalman First Class. Mr. Moore saw action in the South Pacific and participated in the Okinawa Campaign. Upon returning from the war, Mr. Moore became an accomplished aviator and had flown professionally as a corporate pilot. He was also employed as an FAA Examiner/Flight Instructor. His most memorable achievement was that of beloved husband and dedicated family man. When he wasn’t fighting a war or flying the friendly skies, Richard loved spending time with his family. Whether it was organizing a holiday cookout or an impromptu cake and ice cream party, life was always a celebration with the "Fun Dad” at the controls. He also enjoyed sports, playing the piano and just walking his dog as much as he did traveling the United States. Richard was a respected friend, a man of honor, and an inspiration to many. He is survived by his sister Kathleen Lauricella of Tewksbury; his three daughters, Noreen Moore of Tyngsborough, Shelagh Shaw of Hudson, NH, and Eileen Lathrop and husband Len of Hudson, NH. Richard is also survived by his three grandchildren; Sarah Lathrop of Winter Park, FL., Jennifer McComas and husband Michael of Hudson, NH, and Adam Shaw and wife Lydia of Manchester, NH., and five great-grandchildren. FUNERAL NOTICE MOORE—In Tewksbury, April 14, 2015, Richard F. Moore, 90, a former Lowell and longtime Tyngsborough resident. Family and friends are invited to attend his FUNERAL MASS on TUESDAY APRIL 21, 2015 at 10 AM at ST. MICHAEL’S CHURCH, Sixth St. Lowell. Burial will follow in the Tyngsborough Memorial Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Richard’s memory may be made to the charity of your choice. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE FAY McCABE FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 978-459-9222. www.faymccabe.com