Charlene "Granny" Moore

Charlene Moore, age 95, of Jackson, Michigan, peacefully passed away, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of love, family, faith, and cherished memories.

Charlene was born in Henderson, Tennessee, to the late Rufus and Georgia Trice. At an early age, she accepted Christ at Oak Grove Church of Christ in Henderson, Tennessee. Later in life, she relocated to Jackson, Michigan, where she continued her walk with Christ and became a member of Adams Street Church of Christ and Higby Street Church of Christ.

Charlene was a hardworking and dedicated woman who spent many years serving her community. Throughout her working life, she worked at numerous factories, Foote Hospital, and Jackson Harness Raceway. She later became a bus driver for Jackson Public Schools, a position she proudly held until her retirement.

Charlene found joy in the simple things in life. She loved quilting, crocheting, and putting puzzles together and love to fish. One of her greatest joys was supporting her grandchildren and attending their sporting events. She treasured her family deeply and was happiest when surrounded by the people she loved.

To many, she was affectionately known as “Granny,” 3M's “Mean Mrs. Moe,” and “Twinkle Toes.” These names reflected the unique personality, strength, humor, and presence that made Charlene unforgettable to her family, friends, and the Jackson community. Her love, determination, and one-of-a-kind spirit will remain in the hearts of all who knew her.

Charlene leaves to cherish her memory her loving children: Lovies (Sammy) Barham, Evangel (Annette) Trice, Regina (Everett) Breedlove, and Letha (Laurence) Hester; Bonus children; William (Joann) Moore, Darnell Moore, Kathy Moore, Wilma Givens, Melvin Moore, Cynthia Clark, Yolanda Parson and special niece Linda Barham; 12 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, and 31 great-great-grandchildren, along with a host of other relatives, friends, and loved ones.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rufus and Georgia Trice; her siblings, L.C. Trice, William Trice, Denver Trice, and Ruby Barham; and her grandsons, Tarae Potter, Dwyane Moore, bonus daughter Kay Moore and son Pearl Moore.

Though Charlene has left this earthly life, the love she gave, the lessons she taught, and the memories she created will live on through the generations of family she leaves behind.

Rest peacefully, Granny. Your work here is done, but your love and legacy will live on