Stephen Ray Moore

Stephen Ray Moore, 64, of Midland passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday, October 02, 2014. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at 10:00am at Fairview Cemetery.Stephen was born on January 7, 1950 in O’Donnell, Texas to Edward and Hazel Moore. After graduating high school, Stephen enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1972. On August 16, 1972, he married his true love, Shirley Edenburn. The two moved to Midland in March of 1976, after Stephen was honorably discharged from the military. Stephen and Shirley were the proud parents of two children, Teresa and Stephen, Jr. Stephen was a strong-willed, opinionated man of many words, but he is also lovingly remembered for his caring nature and many jokes shared, especially between him and his grandchildren. He was a man of many talents, whether it was flying planes or woodworking. He loved being outdoors and spending time with his family and three grandchildren, Rylan, Caden, and Macey. Stephen will always be remembered as a good, Christian man by his close friends and family.Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Shirley Moore; daughter, Teresa Emerson;son, Stephen Moore, Jr.; sister, Terry Kimble; brother, Eddie Moore; and grandchildren, Rylan, Caden, and Macey.He is preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Hazel Moore.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory. Online condolences may be made at www.npwelch.com.,