George F Moore

Born April 25th 1924 Vancouver, BC

A 2nd Generation Vancouverite, George passed away on July 6th 2012 at 12:20 pm at George Derby Retirement Home. Dad was a World War 2 veteran, fighting in the battle of the Atlantic, a Navy Gunner and Legion Member. A Vancouver Police Officer for 25 years rising to the rank of Sergeant, George then became acting Chief of Police and Deputy Chief of Police in Regina for 3 years and finally Director of Tactics for CLEU for the remaining years with the Police Force. Dad fought crime for his whole career over a period of 30 years. He protected and valiantly defended our Country, our City and our Family his whole life! He also taught Criminology at SFU for years and inspired many of our youth to join the forces.

Dad was a real fighter and demonstrated this fighting spirit right to the end in a 2 month battle with his health. A true inspiration to all who knew and loved him, he will be sorely missed.

Dad loved travelling to sunny places for most of his years; his favourite spots included Hawaii, Mexico and Arizona.

Predeceased by his Second wife Daphne of 28 years and his beloved brother Jerry. Survived by first wife Bernice of 26 years as well as his 3 sisters Marilyn, Beverly and Sharron. Survived by 6 children, George, Larry, Pam, Leslie, Wayne and Shawn; two step children, Scott and Kelly; 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

George had a strong Roman Catholic faith, loved to drink rum on social occasions and tell stories to the children and his friends and had a great sense of humour. Dad loved his dog Frau, the BC Lions and the Vancouver Canucks. He also enjoyed painting and drawing at George Derby and loved all the wonderful women there who helped him! Thank you to all of the George Derby Staff for caring so much for our Dad during his final years with us. We will truly miss his roaring laugh that was infectious.

Dad we wish you all the best on your new journey.

You are our true hero. Love your family and friends.

Please join us to celebrate Dad’s life at Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre on Saturday, July 21st at 2:00pm; 14831 28 Avenue, Surrey. A 2nd Catholic Service will be held Sunday July 22nd at 10:00am at George Derby Centre,7550 Cumberland Street, Burnaby.