Elizabeth Moore
January 10, 1940 to September 25, 2024
Obituary
Libby grew up in downtown St. John’s, the daughter of James and Betty Organ (nee Dobbin) whom she loved and respected deeply. She was the youngest of five children: Bill, Marg, Louise and Mary. She graduated from Holy Heart’s Commerical program in 1959 and promptly landed a job as secretary to the Director of CBC radio. She loved her work at CBC and, as with every workplace, she made life long friends.
Libby met and fell in love with Leo Moore at age 20. They married in1963, despite Leo annoying her by buying an acre and half of land bordering on Hogan’s Pond for $1200.00, thereby depleting their savings. Nonetheless, she pulled up her sleeves and together they cleared the land, designed the house, and enlisted a few friends to the help build it. It was open concept before open concept was a thing. It was filled with light and love. There were huge patio windows and a brown stained wrap around veranda with robin egg blue trim, upon which Libby enjoyed sunbathing and being waited on by Leo.
There they raised their two daughters Lisa and Lynn, completely eschewing most known child rearing techniques. Instead, they made decisions based on permissiveness and trust – frequently telling their girls they could do whatever they wanted. And then they unleased that chaos into the world.
After Leo died suddenly in 1980, the light left her eyes for a while. Her friends, ever plentiful and ever loving, shoehorned Craig Dobbin into giving her a job at Air Atlantic six years later. This allowed her to continue her lifelong love of travel and brought her to many sandy beaches. It also gave her a new family of Air Atlantic employees.
During Snowmageddon in 2020, Libby lost her left leg. She lost her leg, but she gained her purpose – once she mastered her prosthetic limb (which she roundly and regularly cursed because of its weight) she drove her mobility impaired friends and relatives to hair and medical appointments and to her beloved beaches at Topsail and Middle Cove.
Libby was known for her sense of style and glamor. She was not afraid of a bit of bling. As she aged, she left behind the lifeguarding and tennis playing of her youth and enjoyed instead games of bridge at the Legion and in friends’ homes. She did not give up swimming however, and finagled Lisa and Lynn into pushing her wheelchair into the North Atlantic at Salmon Cove Beach at age 82.
Libby’s sound judgement and sharp wit endeared her to all. Libby fell ill quite suddenly on the 24th of September. On the 25th, when she knew the end was near, she faced it with grace and with love. She had us call her friends and family so she could tell them she loved them and say her last good byes. She spoke to all that she could, however, the list was quite long and death took her before she could complete it. She passed peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones who could make it to the hospital in time. She leaves us grateful for constancy, strength and love. We are heartened and heartbroken for having had her in our lives.
Libby was predeceased by her husband Leo Moore, her brother William Organ, her sisters Margaret Kirsebom and Mary Maddigan; her sister in law Kay Organ, her brothers in law Peter Kirsebom, Frank O’Grady, Court Maddigan, Gerry Moore; and her great nephew, Devon O’Grady.
Leaving to mourn her daughters Lisa Moore and Lynn Moore; her sons in law Steve Crocker and Bob Howard; her grandchildren Emily Amaral (Jared), Eva Crocker (Destiny Rosenberg), Theo Crocker (Sarah Near), Justine Howard, Chantal Howard, Rachel Moore (Paddy Nicholle) Kayla Howard (Matthew Gosse) and Ben Ralph (Rosalind Keyes); great grandson, Leo Amaral; her beloved sister Louise O’Grady; multitudes of nieces, nephews and friends; and her special friend, Dorene Brown.
Waking at Carnell’s funeral home Saturday October 26 from 2-5 and 7-9. A celebration of her life will take place at Lynn’s home (and Libby’s too) on Sunday, October 27 at from 2-5. All are welcome.
We are very grateful for the skill, care and kindness provided by her family physician, Dr. Susanne Price. Without you, we would have not have had her as long as we did.
A part of our hearts is missing.
Schedule
Visitations
2-5 p.m. on October 26, 2024
7-9 p.m. on October 26, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Celebration of Life
2:00pm, Sunday October 27th
Libby and Lynn's House
Aunt Louise and family, on behalf of the O’Grady family, we offer our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
What you wrote above is the ‘Elizabeth’ I knew and loved since the early ‘fifties’. Even tho’ it was Mary,( her sister) who was my era, I was a friend of the whole family – (In 1953, I slept at the ORGAN Residence on Bonaventure Ave. the night before my Dad died and spoke to Lib the night before she died.)
Rest in Peace Elizabeth !
Lynn, Lisa & Family,
Sincere Condolences on the passing of your mother. Lib was a beautiful woman, we had many laughs when she would drop in to Sharpe’s Store.
A life well lived, may you rest in peace Libby, all Gods Blessings. 🙏
Lisa and Lynn,
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother.
I have memories of your mother from when I was a young girl. She fascinated me as she was so modern compared to other mothers. I enjoyed listening in on the grown up conversations that included Elizabeth (my mom called her Elizabeth) for she was always forthright and fun.
The loss of a mother is a profound loss.
Our sincere condolences to you and all of your family.
Margo Connors and Robert Stack
Lynn, Lisa and Families,
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My deepest sympathy to you. Your mom sure knew how to enjoy life-what a great gift.
Be kind to yourselves.
Lisa and Family,
On behalf of the Writers at Woody Point Board of Directors, we want to express our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved mother, Libby.
We know how much she meant to you and how deeply her loss will be felt. You are a valuable member of our festival family and we hold you, and your family, in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Board of Directors, Writers at Woody Point
Lynn and Lisa, my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mother.
Condolences from myself and Ed. Lib was a regular at the shop (Sharpe’s) and she was always such a delight to serve. Lib and Ed always had a good laugh together., like the day she called him to go to her house to rescue her , she had bared herself in her bedroom because there was a dead mouse in a trap. In the living room. She did drop by a few times since she moved to say hello., we were so glad to see her. I know she will be missed dearly.
Lisa and Lynn, my heart goes out to you on the loss of your mother. Your memories will give comfort and your mother’s advice will play in your head for years to come. In this way, she stays with you. Deepest sympathies to your families too.
Sincere condolences to Libby’s family and friends on her passing. Her fun of humour and wit were classic!
Kim and Helen Walsh
Libby was a wonderful woman whom I had the pleasure of working with and getting to know at Air Atlantic. She was always kind, had a warm presence, and an incredible sense of humor. We were truly fortunate to have known such a remarkable person.
Lisa, Lynn and your families,
So sad to hear of the passin of Ant Lib.
It was so special to have known your family for near 60 years. From Hollbrook Ave. to Hogans Pond, the families have shared many fond memories. .
After my exodus to the mainland I kept in contact with Lib via email. I looked forward to mornin emails with her great videos or classic jokes.. Great chuckle to start the day.
Every time I was home over the years I looked forward to gettin the sisters out for a fish n chips or a trip to Topsail Beach .
Lib’s banter with mom and Mary were classic, humorous, funny but never personal, But she was the best cat it.🤣🤣.
Leo and Lib are together again,💚, Mary and Marg were waitin with a deck of cards for Bridge game.
Been a tough few months with the tragic loss of Devon and Mary and now Lib..
Girls , once again please take our families condolences and love in this difficult time.
John and Becky O’Grady and family.
☮️💚🙏
Dear Lynn and Lisa,
Joanne and I are saddened to hear of Libby’s passing. My first memory of her was a long time ago, at Topsail Beach when I was a teenager. My cousin, Court Maddigan, no mean swimmer himself, pointed her out as the sister of his wife, Mary. “That’s Elizabeth,” he said., “VERY powerful swimmer.” I was fourteen or fifteen, I was very impressed. Later Joanne and I got to know her through visits with Court and Mary. Libby was often there and we were always glad when she was because she was unfailingly friendly and funny.. Our last meetings were sad occasions — the funerals of Court, and then, just a few months ago, Mary.. Joanne and I are so glad we got to spend time with her at the visitation for Mary and the family reception after the funeral. Libby was in good form as always, however down she felt, finding a way to make light of her own afflictions and contribute to the communal effort to cheer each other up. We are sad to see her go,, but we are sure that she leaves many sustaining memories for all who knew her, and especially you, her beloved daughters, in whom she took such pride. — Adrian Fowler and Joanne Barber
I was recently “home” in St. John’s and spent some time with Lib at our dear friend Maureen Fahey’s. She was in top form and we enjoyed a good few laughs and many tales of school days. What a shock to learn she had left us. Lib was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. May she now rest in peace
Joan (Delahunty) Forbes
Lisa, Lynn and Moore Family,
I was very saddened to hear of Aunt Lib’s passing Wednesday past. I had spoken to Lib three weeks prior and her fighting spirit was evident and she was determined to see this fight through to the finish which she did!
Aunt Lib, was always a regular presence at our home on Larch Place with Uncle Leo in the earlier years and then continuing on her own for many more.
Lib, was always good for a laugh and her storytelling of a new joke or funny story was priceless. If there was an award for most effective orator in my books Lib would be a perennial winner. Every little turn or comedic episode in her joke was always emphasized and that in itself was worth the admission.
Lib, was always pleasant and I never ever saw her in a bad or bitchy mood; she was always upbeat no matter the family crisis(big or small)😝 and always had an alternative plan to circumvent a possible disastrous outcome. “C’mon guys!”
When Lib was going out on the town or a social function look out she could dress up and look great with the best of them! I often said to Lib on a number of occasions of how great she looked!
I will never forget Lib’s warmth and support for me over her lifetime. She was indeed a woman of impeccable character, positivity and grace.
God Bless you Lib; you’re with the first “L” now and the two remaining “L’s will carry on the legacy of the first two!✝️🙏
Brian, Mabel and O’Grady Family
Barrie, ON.
A true and beautiful person has left us.
I had the pleasure of doing Libs hair for the past 20 years plus. We shared so many laughs and stories over the years.
What a shock to receive a call from Maureen that Lib was gone.
It sure hurt to hear this.
May her beautiful funny soul rest forever peacefully
She was one in a million
I will miss our monthly chats in my chair
Libby fly high, I will miss you
Jackie Walsh
So extremely sorry for your loss. Lib was a great friend of my mother’s (Joan) and I was so sorry to hear of her passing. My condolences to the Moore family.
Sincerely
T’ina Hann
Dear Lisa, Lynn and family,
We were sorry to hear of your mum’s recent passing . Our condolences, Carolyn and Gloria.
Lynn, Lisa & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Cherish all the beautiful memories throughout the years. May she R.I.P.
Lynn, Lisa and family. Thinking of you all during this difficult time……..❤️
Aunt Lib was such a positive, fun, inspiring, quick witted beautiful lady. So happy I got to talk with her on the
phone recently., September 24th, would have been our Mom’s/her sisters 92nd Birthday.
Happy to have so many great memories!
Love from Liz (Elizabeth), Jan Kirsebom and
Families. Big hugs to you all!
Lisa and Lynn
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing.. It wasn’t that long ago when I saw Libby out and about full of smiles. Every time she saw me she would say I miss Mary so much. Mary Rockwell was also known to many as Mern or Mernie. Libby and Mern had a life long friendship. Libby was a loyal and loving friend to my Aunt Mern and she always stayed in contact with me as my Aunts health was failing. Their laughter together along with Louise’s could be heard loudly whenever they were together playing bridge in St John’s or catching rays on St Pete’s beach. Thinking of you both as well as Libby’s extended family as she loved life and her family deeply.
Marcy Greene
So sad to hear of Libby’s passing.. I worked with Libby for 10 years at Air Atlantic and to say she made an huge impact on my life would be an understatement. It was my first real job and at 19 I was pretty intimidated and nervous but Libby took me under her wing and she became one of my dearest friends. We kept in contact ever since and I’m so glad I got to see her last year at the Air Atlantic reunion. She was one in a million and willed be missed….
Please accept my deepest condolences. Thinking of you during this most difficult time.
Lynn and Lisa,
So very sorry to hear of your beautiful Mom’s passing. Thinking of you all as you navigate these difficult times.
May happy memories warm your souls and heal your hearts.
Lynn, Bob and Family
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Take care
Ed and Valerie Coward
Lynn , Lisa and family.
My heart breaks today funding out of your mom’s passing. Working with her was the highlight of my days. The fun and laughter we did daily was criminal. The first day we went grocery shopping had to be the funniest of all times. Me pushing her while she pushed the cart. People looking at is like we had lost our minds. It was guaranteed one of us was coming up with a line and walk away laughing. So many things I could say. I loved her dearly. She was more than a client. She was my friend. She will be forever missed. May she rest in peace.
Love markene
Lisa, Lynn, Jane & family,
I will remember all the fun and many laughs we shared being part of the Air Atlantic family. Libby was a dear friend and colleague who hosted a bridal shower for me at her beautiful home on Hogan’s Pond. I had the good fortune of randomly meeting her one sunny day on Topsail Beach in 2021 and we reconnected. We reminisced during the 25th Air Atlantic reunion last October and relived so many good memories. I will cherish our friendship forever.
Hope it helps to know that others are with you in thought and sympathy. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Lynn and family,
There is a saying: “Home is where your Mother is.” So true. You are in our thoughts at this time of great loss. May your dear Mother rest in peace.
Lisa and family, I am so sorry to hear about the death of your mother. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
To Lynn and Lisa,
Sending condolences to you on the passing of your dear mother. She and my mom were friends and I knew mom always loved to see her and they enjoyed a good laugh together!
I hope that all your great memories are comfort to you these days.
Maria Goodridge
Dear Lisa ,Lynn and family.
I am truly sorry for your loss. I only met your mom once but could tell see was a special person with so much love and respect for her girls. Thank you for giving me the insight into her life. I am sure this is a very difficult time for you all. I am glad you have such fond memories of her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and my deepest condolences. I am sure she was so proud of both her girls.. Sending love and hugs.
Dear Lisa and Lynn,
I hadn’t seen Libby in many years but I have wonderful memories of her and Leo from our Catholic Youth Club days in the 1950s and 1960s. I remember them as a lovely and friendly couple who danced well together and were always so much fun. And Libby didn’t mind sharing Leo with me for a few jives! I was sorry to hear that she hadn’t been well but I know that you girls took great care of her. You must have lots of good memories of your mother. May she rest in peace. Sincerely, Anne Kieley Ryan
Dear Lisa and Lynn,
I’m so sad to hear that your beautiful mother has left us. What a brilliant woman – so witty and smart and full of life! This photo of her is lovely – it really captures her sparkle. I know you both loved her so much and will miss her greatly. She obviously loved you two and trusted you to be yourselves and become the amazing women you are. I hope the wonderful memories you have of Libby will bring you smiles during these sad times. Thinking of you, Beth
Lynn, Bob & Family.
I send my sincere thoughts and prayers to you on the passing of your dear mother. She was a remarkable lady, by all accounts. I hope your many fond memories will bring a smile to you as you reflect on a life well lived, in the celebration of her life. Take care.
Lynn, Lisa and family, I am so incredibly sad that lib has left us, I’m so grateful to have had one of the best, defenitly funniest aunties on the planet, mom, dad and her were as thick as thieves, I’m lost for words, I’m happy we spoke on the 23rd and I made her laugh. We hung up after expressing our love for each other and little did I know it’d be our last chat. I will surely miss her. Many overnights at Hogan’s pond, many trips to Florida together and many Christmas’s and other occasions we, all the O’Grady’s and Moore’s spent together in the dining room on larch place and fun times at Hogan’s pond as I mentioned, I always thought when I was young that my aunt was a movie star and today I know she was just that, poised, eloquent, funny and kind and stronger than any woman I knew, who raised 2 strong women. As dad would say not RIP but “Godspeed Lib” I will never stop saying your name and I will always brag about you. I remember being in Florida and David and I would scare mom, dad and lib when they came out of a room, lib would come from the bathroom and I’d yell BOO and she’d fling her glass of water at the wall nearly hitting the ceiling with fright and then she’d just regain composure before entering the living room and David would jump out of the cupboard and scream boo, she’d say ” oh me nerves” we thought it was a riot, doubling over in laughter, I think aunt lib would beg to differ! Ty for being you Aunt Lib Ty for never giving up on me, Lynn and Lisa I’m with you all at this devestating time, sincerely your niece Lu
I’m so sorry for your loss Lynn. I didn’t know your Mom but she raised amazing ladies. There are no words to describe losing your Mom, your biggest supporter with her unconditional love.. Thinking of you and your children at this time..
Lisa, Lynn and family,
My heart is with you at this very sad time.
Your mother was a force of nature and I loved and admired her for her love of life and her tenacity. Dad and Libby worked together at CBC and were great friends . I have so many childhood memories of us girls running around like wild animals in the woods at Hogan’s Pond… the freedom she and your dad offered us otherwise restricted Catholic girls! I also recall vividly the day Elvis died and Libby and I crying in front of the TV. I really didn’t know much of Elvis at that point but it was a shared memory with your mom that I hold dearly. She was always there to celebrate our successes and lifelong friendships and I am honoured to have known such a beautiful woman.
Sending you all peace.❤️
Xo Sheilagh
Much love to you Lynn and Lisa. Feeling gratitude for knowing Libby through this obituary. I have no doubt Hogans pond is embued with her spirit and felt the love of her gaze..
Sadly, another of the special ones has left us. Libby was one of life’s delights.
Condolences to all the family.
To Lynn, Bob and All the Family our sincere Condolences t. God bless you all . Edna and Bill McCann
A beautiful tribute to your mother. My most sincere condolences to you Lynn, your sister, and to all of your mom’s family and friends who loved her. Memories and love to hold close forever.
So sorry on the passing of your Mother. as we look back at the years on Holbrook ave many happy moments come to mind,a Beautiful Lady.Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.R.I.P..Ron and Shirley Dower.
So sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful mom. Sending all my love and sympathy.
Lynn,
So sorry for your great loss. You will miss her always. May she rest in peace .