Gloria Anne Moore

Gloria Anne (Grove) Moore passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, September 1, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana at the age of 78. Gloria was born on February 25th, 1941 in Anderson, Indiana to parents John Morris Grove and Marian Augusta Dronberger, who both preceded her in death.

Gloria is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Gary Allen Moore, and their adoring children and grandchildren: Kristin Anne (Moore) Swansiger and husband Tim Swansiger and children Emily, Jordan and Casper; Heather Lynn (Moore) Dile and husband Jay Dile and their children Alex, Evan and Andrew; Ryan John Moore and his wife Sarah Moore and their children Amelia and Henry; Seth Allen Moore; Noelle Kaye (Moore) Wilson and her husband Herschel Wilson and their children Zoe, Zara and Zayda. Her beloved poodle, Sophie, also survives Gloria.

Growing up in Indiana, Gloria lived in Anderson, South Bend and Fort Wayne. She graduated from Northside High School in Fort Wayne and attended International Business College before meeting Gary at a local dance. They married on August 28, 1965 in Fort Wayne, and started their life together in Ohio before moving to Michigan and finally returning to settle down in the Indianapolis area.

Gloria served as a medical secretary and homemaker and enjoyed family, reading, cooking and all God's animals. Together with Gary, they raised five children. She was an extraordinary cook who each day prepared multi-course dinners from scratch for her family that always included a tasty dessert for those who finished their vegetables. Gloria had a brilliant mind (having graduated high school early), and was an avid reader. She possessed a strong faith and deep love for her entire family to whom she dedicated so much of her time. Her family carries with them her love, courage, resilience and compassion.

Gloria supported many wildlife and domestic animal causes. She adopted a retired greyhound and took in or rescued several animals over the years.