WILLIAM MOSE MOORE , born 4 Apr 1886 in Hannibal, Marion County, Missouri; died 9 Dec 1962 in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois (St. John's Hospital); buried 11 Dec 1962 in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, son of BYRON R. MOORE and MARTHA ELLA DUNBAR . He married on 26 Apr 1910 in Burlington, Des Moines County, IA EVA EDNA LIGGETT , born 9 Oct 1892 in Bloomington, McLean County, Illinois; died 30 Mar 1968 in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois (St. John's Hospital); buried 2 Apr 1968 in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, daughter of JAMES K. P. LIGGETT and EVANGELINE M. PETERSON .
William Mose MOORE was the youngest child of Byron and Martha E. DUNBAR MOORE. William was born 4 April 1886 in Hannibal, Missouri. William grew up without a formal education. "Although he never went further than the 4th grade, he was a self-educated man and no one would have guess his lack of [formal] education." William, or "Mose" as he was frequently called by business associates, grew up as a typical Irishman enjoying his alcoholic beverages. Mose changed his ways once he met his future wife, Eva Edna LIGGETT. Eva, the daughter of a minister, was a very devout woman. William and Eva were married in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa on 26 April 1910. The couple was married by Eva's father, James K. P. LIGGETT, in the home of Kittie and Benjamin GILLESPIE.
Eva Edna LIGGETT was the daughter of Evangeline PETERSON and James K.P. LIGGETT born 9 October 1892 in Bloomington, McLean County, Illinois. At 10 months of age, Eva contracted polio and was crippled all her life. Eunice MOORE LAWYER, Eva's daughter, remembers that her mother only attended grade school, but made much of the education she had. The LIGGETT family lived in Bloomington through 1902. Eva's parents divorced IN 1900 in Bloomington, IL. According to Eva's daughter, Eunice MOORE LAWYER, Eva went to live with her father at the age of 16. In 1909, Eva and her father lived in Peoria, IL.
During the early years of their marriage, William was a traveling salesman moving his family from place to place as the need arose. The family lived in Decatur, IL; Hannibal, MO; Burlington, IA (1910); Keokuk, IA (1913); Galesburg, IL (1916-1918); Peoria, IL (1920-??); Quincy, IL (1927); Springfield, IL (from 1927 on). When asked how the family moved from town to town, William's daughter, Eunice MOORE LAWYER replied, "As for transportation when we were growing up, we had a Model T Ford, until we got a Model A Ford. My father used to say we used to be poor until we got our Model A. That's the only transportation we ever had to my memory. Plus the fact, that Pop did all the work on it himself. I can still remember my mother saying, 'Will, you go in there and take off that white shirt before you work on the car.' And he would trot to the bedroom and change shirts."
Eva was what was called "stylish stout" and always wore her long hair done up in a knot. Granddaughter Diane MOORE TROMBI remembers "Grandma Eva MOORE was a great cook and baker. As a child, I loved to climb a neighbor's cherry tree and pick enough cherries for her to make me my own cherry pie. Her crust was light and flakey and with the tart cherries, it was a supreme treat for a skinny, picky little eater like me who only liked red and white foods ...... she always had real butter on her table which fascinated me to no end (with six kids, we were strictly a cheap margarine crowd.) One of Grandma's hot biscuits dripping with Grandma's real butter was surely one of the supreme treats of my younger days." Peggy CRONISTER EDDINGTON used to take her grandmother, Eva MOORE, to the store every Thursday. In return, she would give Peg a homemade coffeecake. Peg always wished she had that recipe.
When asked to recall memories of her grandmother, Bettianne MOORE FORD states "stern is the word that would first come to mind. She was also very consistent and the dominant force in the family structure...as well as in the religious upbringing of the children." Bettianne's sister, Diane MOORE TROMBI, adds, "She had a wry sense of humor when you could get her off of religion and onto other subjects. I liked her kind smile much better than the pursed lips." Eva believed in keeping the children busy and establishing a good work ethic which resulted in more chores than playtime. Eva would not allow the typical sibling rivalry. "No fights - My mother would not allow that - she ruled the entire household. No backtalk, either," wrote Eunice MOORE LAWYER. Eva and William believed it was imperative that the family eat together and not leave the table until excused.
William and Eva had 9 children: Russell Eugene, Robert Allen, Gladys Ellen, Irvin Lysle, Eunice Lorraine, Herschel Bryant, Pauline Virginia, William (Jr.), and Eva "Christine". Three of the children died at young ages. Robert died as an infant and is buried in an unknown location. Pauline died at 1 year and is buried in an unknown grave in Lutheran Cemetery, Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois. Christine died at 5 years and is buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery (Block 39, Sec. 3, R-12, Gr 20), Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. 
Before Christine’s passing in 1932, the MOORE family had a family picture taken with all 7 children. The photograph was taken by Carter Harrison SPENCER. Carter’s daughter, Dorothe Nina, would eventually marry William and Eva’s son, Irvin.
The following is according to William’s granddaughter, Bettianne:
"I once asked my Dad why Aunt Gladys' petticoat was showing and Aunt Eunice' stockings were askew and he told me that Mom's Dad had taken the picture and that he was late getting there. By the time he arrived, the kids were somewhat rumpled. Grandma was such a stickler that I knew something was up! As a matter of fact, my Dad had to stand behind Herschel because Dad had gotten blueberry stains on his pants. The baby on Grandma's lap is Christine."
Christine's obituary in 1932 listed her father as Capt. William MOORE of the Volunteers of America. Volunteers of America, founded in 1896 by social reformers Ballington and Maud Booth, envisioned a movement dedicated to "reaching and uplifting" the American people. In addition to being a comprehensive human services organization, Volunteers of America is an interdenominational church. On 1November 1939, Eva was also appointed to Captain of the Volunteers of America, Chicago, Kedzie 2363.
William and Eva eventually became lay ministers at Mt. Olive Missionary Chapel. The following undated news article was found in Grandma MOORE’s scrapbook: "Ordained At Chapel Service - Rev. Frank Staley, of Mt. Vernon, was the speaker at the ordination service of Mt. Olive Missionary chapel Sunday afternoon at the chapel, 1713 E. Adams St. He was assisted in the service by Rev. Margaret Pourchot. Mrs. Staley was pianist. Those ordained were William M. Moore, Eva E. Moore, Francis William Walters, Henry Gehrman, Goldie Nickels and Kenneth Jones, all of Springfield, and Gerald Stark, of Roby. Preceding the ordination, a flag was presented to the chapel by Stephenson Women's Relief corps 17. The presentation was made by Mary Fritz, patriotic instructor, and remarks were given by Elizabeth Coon and Hane Call. William Moore, vice chairman, received the flag and words of appreciation were given by Eva Moore, chapel chairman."
Diane MOORE TROMBI remembers attending her grandparents' church. "I loved going to Grandma and Grandpa's church, the Mt. Olive Missionary Chapel, on Sunday evenings. The songs were happy and joyous and I could shout out, "AMEN!" with the others. The dramatic side of me was well fed by such freedom to share." Bettianne MOORE FORD remembers a time when William and Eva's whole life was the church. "Grandma was strong in her beliefs and even if we don't agree with them, we can accept that she lived by that she believed." When asked about someone who had a big influence in her life, Peggy CRONISTER EDDINGTON stated, "Grandma Eva MOORE - who was a minister and led me down the path of righteousness."
William's granddaughter, Peggy CRONISTER EDDINGTON shares a favorite memory of her grandfather. "Grandpa MOORE used to sneak off for an ice cream cone from the Dairy Queen without telling Grandma. He was a diabetic." Several family members have shared memories of William's wonderful sense of humor. According to his daughter, Eunice MOORE LAWYER, William loved to tease. Bettianne MOORE FORD says "Grandpa was a very interesting guy, though it took me years to get to know him. He was quiet but pensive, and usually his observations were accurate."
William and Eva spent 52 years together. In 1935, their children threw them a party to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary. The following article was found in Grandma MOORE’s scrapbook. The paper name and date is unknown.
"Silver Wedding of Couple Celebrated - Captain William and Eva Moore, 1603 East Jefferson street, were given a surprise party Saturday evening in celebration of their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary. They were given a set of dishes by members of the Volunteers of America, of which Captain Moore is head. Games were played and refreshments were served. The couple has six children: Russell, Irvin, Herschel, William, Eunice and Mrs. Gladys Cronister and two grandchildren, all of this city."
In 1960, the couple celebrated 50 years of marital happiness. Grandma MOORE made these notes in her scrapbook:
"On Sunday April 24 - 1960 our children had planned special observance of our 50th wedding anniversary. It was one of the most wonderful days I have ever had. At the little chapel 931 S. 16th St. In the morning service the church honored us, and our work. Bernie Nation gave a special reading and Bro & Sis Sanders sang and played there. After some very uplifting remarks the church presented us with an electric skillet. In the afternoon at our home 438 N. 14th St. Open house was held and many friends came. We had the most beautiful cake I have ever seen. It was large enough to serve 98. Herschel made the punch & the boys took moving pictures. We were presented with gifts and money. The church folk had already offered their congratulations in the church service so only a few of them came to the house. All of the children got home for the occasion, but Irv, and he was (unreadable). We received lovely cards & telephone calls reaching into the following week. Present at open house for out 50th wedding anniversary: Mr. & Mrs. Jess Applegate, Mrs. Mays, Marcella May, Mr. & Mrs. J. Nation, Mrs Donna Handley & son Gregg, Mr. & Mrs. John Tarr, Jack, Randy & Pamela, Mrs. T Gorbett & Mike & Tammy, Mr. & Mrs. Russell Moore, Mr. & Mrs. Herschel Moore, Mrs. Chris Schrumpf of Chillicothe, Mr. Armie Schrumpf of Chillicothe, Mr. & Mrs. William Moore, Billy, Mikie, & Jerry, Mr. Russell Moore, Jr., Mr. & Mrs. George Lawyer, Mr. & Mrs. William Walters, John & Billy, Mr. Chiles, Mr. & Mrs. Gilbert Rick, Mr. & Mrs. Jeffers, Mr. & Mrs. J. Paoni & son Tommy, Mrs. Gladys Cronister, Joyce & Becky, Mrs. Bertha Stark, Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Stark, Rev. & Mrs. Wirth, Mr. & Mrs. E. Sanders of Pawnee, Mrs. Margaret Pourschot."
The church was a great means of support and love for William and Eva MOORE. In her scrapbook, she kept a card from "your family at the church. God Bless you both". On the back Grandma MOORE wrote the following note: "With this card was a gift of $15.00. This was 8-20-60 while pop was getting over his bad spell of sickness."
William MOORE died 9 December 1962 in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. He was buried 11 December 1962 in Oak Ridge Cemetery (Block 48), Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois.
Eva Edna MOORE passed away on 30 March 1968 in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. Eva MOORE is buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery (Block 48), Springfield, Illinois next to her husband William MOORE.
William Mose MOORE was the youngest child of Byron and Martha E. DUNBAR MOORE. William was born 4 April 1886 in Hannibal, Missouri. William grew up without a formal education. "Although he never went further than the 4th grade, he was a self-educated man and no one would have guess his lack of [formal] education." William, or "Mose" as he was frequently called by business associates, grew up as a typical Irishman enjoying his alcoholic beverages. Mose changed his ways once he met his future wife, Eva Edna LIGGETT. Eva, the daughter of a minister, was a very devout woman. William and Eva were married in Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa on 26 April 1910. The couple was married by Eva's father, James K. P. LIGGETT, in the home of Kittie and Benjamin GILLESPIE.
Eva Edna LIGGETT was the daughter of Evangeline PETERSON and James K.P. LIGGETT born 9 October 1892 in Bloomington, McLean County, Illinois. At 10 months of age, Eva contracted polio and was crippled all her life. Eunice MOORE LAWYER, Eva's daughter, remembers that her mother only attended grade school, but made much of the education she had. The LIGGETT family lived in Bloomington through 1902. Eva's parents divorced IN 1900 in Bloomington, IL. According to Eva's daughter, Eunice MOORE LAWYER, Eva went to live with her father at the age of 16. In 1909, Eva and her father lived in Peoria, IL.During the early years of their marriage, William was a traveling salesman moving his family from place to place as the need arose. The family lived in Decatur, IL; Hannibal, MO; Burlington, IA (1910); Keokuk, IA (1913); Galesburg, IL (1916-1918); Peoria, IL (1920-??); Quincy, IL (1927); Springfield, IL (from 1927 on). When asked how the family moved from town to town, William's daughter, Eunice MOORE LAWYER replied, "As for transportation when we were growing up, we had a Model T Ford, until we got a Model A Ford. My father used to say we used to be poor until we got our Model A. That's the only transportation we ever had to my memory. Plus the fact, that Pop did all the work on it himself. I can still remember my mother saying, 'Will, you go in there and take off that white shirt before you work on the car.' And he would trot to the bedroom and change shirts."
Eva was what was called "stylish stout" and always wore her long hair done up in a knot. Granddaughter Diane MOORE TROMBI remembers "Grandma Eva MOORE was a great cook and baker. As a child, I loved to climb a neighbor's cherry tree and pick enough cherries for her to make me my own cherry pie. Her crust was light and flakey and with the tart cherries, it was a supreme treat for a skinny, picky little eater like me who only liked red and white foods ...... she always had real butter on her table which fascinated me to no end (with six kids, we were strictly a cheap margarine crowd.) One of Grandma's hot biscuits dripping with Grandma's real butter was surely one of the supreme treats of my younger days." Peggy CRONISTER EDDINGTON used to take her grandmother, Eva MOORE, to the store every Thursday. In return, she would give Peg a homemade coffeecake. Peg always wished she had that recipe.
When asked to recall memories of her grandmother, Bettianne MOORE FORD states "stern is the word that would first come to mind. She was also very consistent and the dominant force in the family structure...as well as in the religious upbringing of the children." Bettianne's sister, Diane MOORE TROMBI, adds, "She had a wry sense of humor when you could get her off of religion and onto other subjects. I liked her kind smile much better than the pursed lips." Eva believed in keeping the children busy and establishing a good work ethic which resulted in more chores than playtime. Eva would not allow the typical sibling rivalry. "No fights - My mother would not allow that - she ruled the entire household. No backtalk, either," wrote Eunice MOORE LAWYER. Eva and William believed it was imperative that the family eat together and not leave the table until excused.
William and Eva had 9 children: Russell Eugene, Robert Allen, Gladys Ellen, Irvin Lysle, Eunice Lorraine, Herschel Bryant, Pauline Virginia, William (Jr.), and Eva "Christine". Three of the children died at young ages. Robert died as an infant and is buried in an unknown location. Pauline died at 1 year and is buried in an unknown grave in Lutheran Cemetery, Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois. Christine died at 5 years and is buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery (Block 39, Sec. 3, R-12, Gr 20), Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. 
Before Christine’s passing in 1932, the MOORE family had a family picture taken with all 7 children. The photograph was taken by Carter Harrison SPENCER. Carter’s daughter, Dorothe Nina, would eventually marry William and Eva’s son, Irvin.
The following is according to William’s granddaughter, Bettianne:"I once asked my Dad why Aunt Gladys' petticoat was showing and Aunt Eunice' stockings were askew and he told me that Mom's Dad had taken the picture and that he was late getting there. By the time he arrived, the kids were somewhat rumpled. Grandma was such a stickler that I knew something was up! As a matter of fact, my Dad had to stand behind Herschel because Dad had gotten blueberry stains on his pants. The baby on Grandma's lap is Christine."
Christine's obituary in 1932 listed her father as Capt. William MOORE of the Volunteers of America. Volunteers of America, founded in 1896 by social reformers Ballington and Maud Booth, envisioned a movement dedicated to "reaching and uplifting" the American people. In addition to being a comprehensive human services organization, Volunteers of America is an interdenominational church. On 1November 1939, Eva was also appointed to Captain of the Volunteers of America, Chicago, Kedzie 2363.
William and Eva eventually became lay ministers at Mt. Olive Missionary Chapel. The following undated news article was found in Grandma MOORE’s scrapbook: "Ordained At Chapel Service - Rev. Frank Staley, of Mt. Vernon, was the speaker at the ordination service of Mt. Olive Missionary chapel Sunday afternoon at the chapel, 1713 E. Adams St. He was assisted in the service by Rev. Margaret Pourchot. Mrs. Staley was pianist. Those ordained were William M. Moore, Eva E. Moore, Francis William Walters, Henry Gehrman, Goldie Nickels and Kenneth Jones, all of Springfield, and Gerald Stark, of Roby. Preceding the ordination, a flag was presented to the chapel by Stephenson Women's Relief corps 17. The presentation was made by Mary Fritz, patriotic instructor, and remarks were given by Elizabeth Coon and Hane Call. William Moore, vice chairman, received the flag and words of appreciation were given by Eva Moore, chapel chairman."
Diane MOORE TROMBI remembers attending her grandparents' church. "I loved going to Grandma and Grandpa's church, the Mt. Olive Missionary Chapel, on Sunday evenings. The songs were happy and joyous and I could shout out, "AMEN!" with the others. The dramatic side of me was well fed by such freedom to share." Bettianne MOORE FORD remembers a time when William and Eva's whole life was the church. "Grandma was strong in her beliefs and even if we don't agree with them, we can accept that she lived by that she believed." When asked about someone who had a big influence in her life, Peggy CRONISTER EDDINGTON stated, "Grandma Eva MOORE - who was a minister and led me down the path of righteousness."
William's granddaughter, Peggy CRONISTER EDDINGTON shares a favorite memory of her grandfather. "Grandpa MOORE used to sneak off for an ice cream cone from the Dairy Queen without telling Grandma. He was a diabetic." Several family members have shared memories of William's wonderful sense of humor. According to his daughter, Eunice MOORE LAWYER, William loved to tease. Bettianne MOORE FORD says "Grandpa was a very interesting guy, though it took me years to get to know him. He was quiet but pensive, and usually his observations were accurate."
William and Eva spent 52 years together. In 1935, their children threw them a party to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary. The following article was found in Grandma MOORE’s scrapbook. The paper name and date is unknown.
"Silver Wedding of Couple Celebrated - Captain William and Eva Moore, 1603 East Jefferson street, were given a surprise party Saturday evening in celebration of their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary. They were given a set of dishes by members of the Volunteers of America, of which Captain Moore is head. Games were played and refreshments were served. The couple has six children: Russell, Irvin, Herschel, William, Eunice and Mrs. Gladys Cronister and two grandchildren, all of this city."
In 1960, the couple celebrated 50 years of marital happiness. Grandma MOORE made these notes in her scrapbook:
"On Sunday April 24 - 1960 our children had planned special observance of our 50th wedding anniversary. It was one of the most wonderful days I have ever had. At the little chapel 931 S. 16th St. In the morning service the church honored us, and our work. Bernie Nation gave a special reading and Bro & Sis Sanders sang and played there. After some very uplifting remarks the church presented us with an electric skillet. In the afternoon at our home 438 N. 14th St. Open house was held and many friends came. We had the most beautiful cake I have ever seen. It was large enough to serve 98. Herschel made the punch & the boys took moving pictures. We were presented with gifts and money. The church folk had already offered their congratulations in the church service so only a few of them came to the house. All of the children got home for the occasion, but Irv, and he was (unreadable). We received lovely cards & telephone calls reaching into the following week. Present at open house for out 50th wedding anniversary: Mr. & Mrs. Jess Applegate, Mrs. Mays, Marcella May, Mr. & Mrs. J. Nation, Mrs Donna Handley & son Gregg, Mr. & Mrs. John Tarr, Jack, Randy & Pamela, Mrs. T Gorbett & Mike & Tammy, Mr. & Mrs. Russell Moore, Mr. & Mrs. Herschel Moore, Mrs. Chris Schrumpf of Chillicothe, Mr. Armie Schrumpf of Chillicothe, Mr. & Mrs. William Moore, Billy, Mikie, & Jerry, Mr. Russell Moore, Jr., Mr. & Mrs. George Lawyer, Mr. & Mrs. William Walters, John & Billy, Mr. Chiles, Mr. & Mrs. Gilbert Rick, Mr. & Mrs. Jeffers, Mr. & Mrs. J. Paoni & son Tommy, Mrs. Gladys Cronister, Joyce & Becky, Mrs. Bertha Stark, Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Stark, Rev. & Mrs. Wirth, Mr. & Mrs. E. Sanders of Pawnee, Mrs. Margaret Pourschot."
The church was a great means of support and love for William and Eva MOORE. In her scrapbook, she kept a card from "your family at the church. God Bless you both". On the back Grandma MOORE wrote the following note: "With this card was a gift of $15.00. This was 8-20-60 while pop was getting over his bad spell of sickness."
William MOORE died 9 December 1962 in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. He was buried 11 December 1962 in Oak Ridge Cemetery (Block 48), Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois.
Eva Edna MOORE passed away on 30 March 1968 in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. Eva MOORE is buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery (Block 48), Springfield, Illinois next to her husband William MOORE.Sources for William Mose Moore
1900 U.S. Census, Marion County, Missouri, population schedule, Hannibal (Mason Township), p. 157B (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 104, sheet 1-B, dwelling 18, family 19, Byron Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T623 roll 874.
Des Moines County, Iowa, Iowa Marriage Book #26: 176, William Moore & Eva E. Liggett, 1910, Marriage Record (with original signatures) & Return; Des Moines County Clerk, Burlington.
1910 U.S. Census, Des Moines County, Iowa, population schedule, Burlington, p. 118B (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 8, sheet 17-B, dwelling 303, family 375, W. M. Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T624 roll 401.
1920 U.S. Census, Peoria County, Illinois, population schedule, Peoria, p. 89A (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 113, sheet 6-A, dwelling 119, family 130, William M. Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T625 roll 399.
1930 U.S. Census, Sangamon County, Illinois, population schedule, Springfield, p. 245B (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 84-23, sheet 2-B, family 18, William Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T626 roll 558.
Eddington Family Collection. Death Certificate for William M. Moore. 10 December 1962. Privately held by Carla Leber, Tremont, Illinois. 2007.
Rev. William M. Moore Obituary, Illinois State Journal, Springfield, IL, Dated 10 December 1962, p. 18.
Oak Ridge Cemetery Office (Springfield, Illinois) to Carla Leber, letter, date 31 July 2003, providing administrative record for William Moore, Block 48, 545.
1900 U.S. Census, Marion County, Missouri, population schedule, Hannibal (Mason Township), p. 157B (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 104, sheet 1-B, dwelling 18, family 19, Byron Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T623 roll 874.
Des Moines County, Iowa, Iowa Marriage Book #26: 176, William Moore & Eva E. Liggett, 1910, Marriage Record (with original signatures) & Return; Des Moines County Clerk, Burlington.
1910 U.S. Census, Des Moines County, Iowa, population schedule, Burlington, p. 118B (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 8, sheet 17-B, dwelling 303, family 375, W. M. Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T624 roll 401.
1920 U.S. Census, Peoria County, Illinois, population schedule, Peoria, p. 89A (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 113, sheet 6-A, dwelling 119, family 130, William M. Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T625 roll 399.
1930 U.S. Census, Sangamon County, Illinois, population schedule, Springfield, p. 245B (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 84-23, sheet 2-B, family 18, William Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T626 roll 558.
Eddington Family Collection. Death Certificate for William M. Moore. 10 December 1962. Privately held by Carla Leber, Tremont, Illinois. 2007.
Rev. William M. Moore Obituary, Illinois State Journal, Springfield, IL, Dated 10 December 1962, p. 18.
Oak Ridge Cemetery Office (Springfield, Illinois) to Carla Leber, letter, date 31 July 2003, providing administrative record for William Moore, Block 48, 545.
Sources for Eva Edna Liggett
Bloomington, Illinois, Register of Births, Book 5, Page 150, No. 12562. Eva Edna Liggett; McLean County Historical Society microfilm.
1900 U.S. Census, McLean County, Illinois, population schedule, Bloomington, p. 293A (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 91, sheet 15-A, dwelling 311, family 330, James Liggett household, NARA microfilm publication T623 roll 322.
Des Moines County, Iowa, Iowa Marriage Book #26: 176, William Moore & Eva E. Liggett, 1910, Marriage Record (with original signatures) & Return; Des Moines County Clerk, Burlington.
1910 U.S. Census, Des Moines County, Iowa, population schedule, Burlington, p. 118B (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 8, sheet 17-B, dwelling 303, family 375, W. M. Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T624 roll 401.
1920 U.S. Census, Peoria County, Illinois, population schedule, Peoria, p. 89A (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 113, sheet 6-A, dwelling 119, family 130, William M. Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T625 roll 399.
1930 U.S. Census, Sangamon County, Illinois, population schedule, Springfield, p. 245B (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 84-23, sheet 2-B, family 18, William Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T626 roll 558.
Moore, Eva (Liggett). Scrapbook ca. 1950-60. Privately held by Carla Leber, Tremont, Illinois. 2007.
Eddington Family Collection. Death Certificate for Eva Edna Moore. Dated 1April1968. Privately held by Carla Leber, Tremont, Illinois. 2007.
Rev. Eva E. Moore Obituary, Illinois State Journal, Springfield, IL, 31 March 1968, p. 13.
Oak Ridge Cemetery Office (Springfield, Illinois) to Carla Leber, letter, date 31 July 2003, providing administrative record for Eva Moore, Block 48, 545.
Bloomington, Illinois, Register of Births, Book 5, Page 150, No. 12562. Eva Edna Liggett; McLean County Historical Society microfilm.
1900 U.S. Census, McLean County, Illinois, population schedule, Bloomington, p. 293A (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 91, sheet 15-A, dwelling 311, family 330, James Liggett household, NARA microfilm publication T623 roll 322.
Des Moines County, Iowa, Iowa Marriage Book #26: 176, William Moore & Eva E. Liggett, 1910, Marriage Record (with original signatures) & Return; Des Moines County Clerk, Burlington.
1910 U.S. Census, Des Moines County, Iowa, population schedule, Burlington, p. 118B (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 8, sheet 17-B, dwelling 303, family 375, W. M. Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T624 roll 401.
1920 U.S. Census, Peoria County, Illinois, population schedule, Peoria, p. 89A (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 113, sheet 6-A, dwelling 119, family 130, William M. Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T625 roll 399.
1930 U.S. Census, Sangamon County, Illinois, population schedule, Springfield, p. 245B (stamped), enumeration district (ED) 84-23, sheet 2-B, family 18, William Moore household, NARA microfilm publication T626 roll 558.
Moore, Eva (Liggett). Scrapbook ca. 1950-60. Privately held by Carla Leber, Tremont, Illinois. 2007.
Eddington Family Collection. Death Certificate for Eva Edna Moore. Dated 1April1968. Privately held by Carla Leber, Tremont, Illinois. 2007.
Rev. Eva E. Moore Obituary, Illinois State Journal, Springfield, IL, 31 March 1968, p. 13.
Oak Ridge Cemetery Office (Springfield, Illinois) to Carla Leber, letter, date 31 July 2003, providing administrative record for Eva Moore, Block 48, 545.
The Children of William and Eva (LIGGETT) MOORE
Children of William Moses Moore and Eva Edna Liggett were as follows:
i Russell Eugene Moore , born 23 Apr 1911 in Burlington, Des Moines, Iowa. He married (1), divorced Eva Cathleen McBride , born 29 Sep 1912; died 10 Jun 2000 in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois; (2) (---) Martha .
ii Robert Allen Moore , born bef 1913; died in As an infant.
iii Gladys Ellen Moore , born 13 Dec 1913 in Keokuk, Lee County, Iowa; died 21 May 1983 in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois (Memorial Medical Center); buried 24 May 1983 in Roselawn Cemetery, Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. She married (1) on 11 Nov 1931 in Sangamon County, Illinois, divorced 15 May 1934 in Sangamon County, Illinois Joseph Ferry , born in Falls of the Rough, Kentucky; (2) on 2 Jun 1934 in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois (Evangelical Church by A.R. Buckrop), divorced 9 Jan 1959 in Sangamon County, Illinois Henry Cronister , born 2 Dec 1913 in Salisbury, Sangamon County, Illinois; died 30 Jul 1978 in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois (Memorial Medical Center); buried in Roselawn Cemetery, Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, son of Henry Smith Cronister and Margaret Elizabeth Robinson ; (3) on 6 Jun 1964 in Jerome, Illinois, divorced 4 Apr 1972 in Sangamon County, Illinois Leonard McCawley .
iv Irvin Lysle Moore , born 19 Apr 1916 in Galesburg, Illinois; died 16 Dec 1998 in WinterHaven, Polk County, Florida. He married in 1938 Dorothe Nina Spencer , born 25 Feb 1917 in Quincy, Illinois.
v Eunice Lorraine Moore , born 14 Aug 1918 in Galesburg, Illinois. She married on 3 Mar 1936 in Jacksonville, IL George Frederick Lawyer , born abt 1900 in Springfield, Sangamon County, IL; died 27 Apr 1973 in Springfield, Sangamon County, IL; buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Springfield, Sangamon, Illinois, son of George W. Lawyer and Addie Gibson .As of 1/28/2002, Eunice lives in Leesburg, Florida. I sent Aunt Eunice a letter full of questions about her childhood and family. Here are her responses: 1. Was your family religious? What religions did your ancestors practice? Did you grow up practicing this religion too? Yes. Every Sunday we were all in church. My mother was a very devout woman and my father was a preacher. My mother's father was also a preacher. I grew up in this atmosphere and have remained active in the church. 2. What heirlooms were in your family? Where did they come from? To whom did they belong in the past? Where are they now? 3. Describe your parents. What did they look like? What were their personality traits? Did you inherit any of this from them? My folks were both what called "stylish stout". My mother always wore long hair done up in a knot and I myself had hair long enough to sit on until I was 55 years old. 4. Give a brief description of what your parents did with their lives. Did you follow in their footsteps? What did you learn from them? William Mose Moore - My father was a salesman all his life and three of my brothers followed his footsteps. 5. Where was your mother born? Did she go to college? What is your fondest memory of her? Eva Edna Liggett - My mother was born in Illinois in Oct. 1894. She went only went to Grade school, but made much of the education she had. She had polio when she was 10 months of age and was crippled all her life. I most admired her courage. 6. Where was your father born? Did he go to college? What was your fondest memory of him? My father was born in Hannibal, MO in April of 1886. Although he never went further than the 4th grade, he was a self-educated man and no one would have guess his lack of education (format, that is). He had a wonderful sense of humor. 7. Describe your grandparents. What did they look like? What were their personality traits? Did you inherit any of this from them? I never knew any grandparents on my father's side. My father's father came from Ireland when he was 9 years old, was lost from his parents and was raised in an orphanage. My mother's mother lived with us for many years. 8. Give a brief description of what your grandparents did. What did you learn from them? As I've already said, I knew only my mother's mother (Lena Lindgren), who was quite a character. She was married 5 times and had a gentlemen friend when she died at age 89. A completely different personality from her daughter (my mother). 9. How many brothers and sisters did your parents have? List their names, if possible. Russell Eugen, Robert Allen (died an infant), Gladys Ellen, Irvin Lyle, Eunice Lorraine, Herschel Bryant, Pauline (died at 1 year), Bill Moore, Jr., Christine (youngest, died at 5 years) 10. What did you do with your siblings? Did you play together when they were young? Did you talk about friends, school, or other matters as they grew up? The older ones were married by the time I graduated from grade school (12 yrs old). Herschel and I were always very much alike and very close. My mother believed in keeping children busy and establishing a good work ethic, so there were more chores than play. 11. Did you have to share a room with any of your brothers or sisters? If so, what was it like? Did you enjoy having the company, or did it seem like you never had any privacy? Yes, with that many children and two adults privacy was practically unknown. 12. Did you fight with your brothers or sisters a lot? If yes, what did they fight about? Attention? Friends? Chores? Clothes? What did your parents do when they fought? No fights. My mother would not allow that - she ruled the entire household. No back talk, either. 13. Was there ever any teasing among your and your siblings? Did any of the jokes continue throughout their lives? Teasing, yes. Especially my oldest brother, Russ, was forever teasing everyone. My father was also a teaser. 14. Was there one brother or sister you always felt you could count on? Someone you could always talk to? Did they always seem to be there when you needed protection? Did you think of this person as your best friend or guardian? Herschel was the one I always depended on. Gladys was much older than I, married when I was 12 - so we had not much in common. 15. Did they borrow each other's clothes? If yes, with or without permission? Did anything ever get ruined or stained when it shouldn't have been worn? If yes, what happened? No - because of differences in age 16. What was the best part about having brothers and sisters? What was the worst? It was good training for life, especially for me, the middle one. You learn early on that you have to give and take and not to wear your feelings on your shoulder. 17. Did they go to school together? How many years apart were they? Did they do things with the same crowd? If so, did it ever cause any kind of conflict? What was it? Whom with? We were about 2.5 years apart, with the exception of Hersch and I who were 5 years apart. 18. Did you ever date a brother's or sister's friend? If so, how did they feel about it? Did it cause problems between them? What kind? How did it all turn out? No 19. Were you and your siblings often asked to watch each other? What happened during these times? Was anyone bossy? Could you do anything you wanted? I was often left to take care of Hersch and Bill when my mother was away. 20. Did you look up to one of your siblings with admiration? Did you want to be just like them? Did you turn out with similar or completely opposite personalities? 21. Once they were grown, how did the relationship between your and your siblings change? Did they see each other very often? Hersch and I were close. The others moved away. My brother Bill (the only one left beside me) now lives in Tampa and I see him now and then. 22. What traditions did you and your family have? Did they eat special foods on special days? Did they make a point of spending time together on certain days? 23. How were birthdays or anniversaries special in your family? What did they do differently from what other families do? Not much. 24. Describe your everyday family routines. Did they always eat together at the table? Did they play games or spend time together in the evenings? Did these later become customs in your own family? Yes, it was imperative that we eat together and not leave until excused. 25. Did you have family reunions when you were a child? How often? What did you do at them? Were these times to revive family customs? Who did you look forward to seeing? No MARRIAGE: According to family sheet Eunice filled out for Uncle Hank she was married in Jacksonville, IL 1936. I had 1937 - where did I get that from?
vi Herschel Jennings Moore , born 13 May 1923 in Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois; died 1 Jan 1993 in Springfield, IL; buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Springfield, Illinois. He married (1) Marcella Chambers ; (2) on 5 Dec 1947 in First Church of the Nazarene, Springfield, Sangamon, Illinois Mary Jane Krueger , born 1924; died 1978; buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Springfield, Illinois. Notes: Obit of Herschel J. Moore: State Journal Register, 1/3/1993, p. 23: "Herschel J. Moore: Herschel J. Moore, 69, of Springfield died at 11:40 a.m. Friday at Memorial medical Center. He was born May 13, 1923, in Peoria, the son of William and Eva Liggett Moore. He first married Mary Jane Krueger in 1948; she died in 1978. He married Marcella J. Chambers in 1980. Also preceding him in death were two brothers, Robert and Russell Moore; and three sisters, Pauline and Christine Moore, and Gladys McCawley. Mr. Moore was employed by the cit of Springfield as superintendent of the Springfield Recreation Commission and later as personnel director of the Springfield Park District, retiring in 1986. He served as a member of the Springfield School District 186 Board of Education for 12 years and as president of the board during the 1962-63 school year. He served as chairman of the Sports Jamboree, which won the 1958 Youth Fitness Award for Springfield in national competition. In 1958, he was one of the six finalists in the Springfield Junior Chamber of Commerce contest to name the Outstanding Young Man for the year. For many years he was active in working with young people, including Little League, Pony and Colt leagues in the baseball organization. He was a U.S. Army veteran and an active member of the First Church of the Nazarene. Surviving are his wife, Marcella J.; three daughters, Mrs. Richard (Becky) Wood of Fort Myers, Fla.; Mrs. William (Brenda) Shomidle and Mrs. James (Bonnie) Pappas, both of Springfield; four grandchildren; two brothers, Bill of Tampa, Fla., and Irvin of Winterhaven, Fla.; a sister, Mrs. Eunice Lawyer of Springfield; 10 nieces; six nephews; several great-nieces and nephews. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at First Church of the Nazarene, with the Rev. David West officiating. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Vancil Memorial Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements." MARRIAGE: "Mary J. Krueger, Herschel Moore Exchange Vows - Marriage vows of Miss Mary Jane Krueger, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. William Krueger, of 602 S. Thirteenth St., and Herschel Moore, son of Mr. And Mrs. William Moore, 1311 E. Edwards St., were spoken at 8 p.m. yesterday at First Church of the Nazarene. Rev. J. R. Erp, pastor, performed the double ring ceremony and the music was provided by G. Marc Stokes, organist, and Mrs. Mary Foster, soloist. Mrs. Foster sang "I Love You Truly," "O Promise Me" and "Because." The attendants were Mrs. Bernis Weaver, sister of the bride, matron of honor; the Misses Jane Brancato and Evelene Haycroft, bridesmaids; Fadra June Waggoner, junior bridesmaid; William Moore, a brother, best man, and William Henry, John Fortner, Lamar Krueger, Kent Huson, Donald Sands and Dominic Mezzapella, ushers. The bride was given in marriage by her father. She was attired in a gown of white satin, fashioned with a net yoke, long pointed sleeves and full skirt with bustle back, fell entrain. Her fingertip veil was attached to a headdress of the satin and she carried a prayer book with orchids. A reception was held at the church after which the couple departed for a trip to the south. They will be at home at 825 S. Park Ave." Paper name and date unknown. Herschel and Mary Jane were never able to have children. He would have been an excellent father. He loved being around kids.
vii Pauline Virginia Moore , born 7 Oct 1924 in Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois; died 12 May 1925 in Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois; buried 14 May 1925 in an unknown grave in Lutheran Cemetery, Peoria, Illinois. Notes: MEDICAL: Cause of Death: whooping cough; meningitis type b
viii William Mose, Jr. Moore , born bef 1927. He married Norma Young .
viii William Mose, Jr. Moore , born bef 1927. He married Norma Young .
ix Eva Christine Moore , born 10 Apr 1927 in Quincy, Adams, Illinois; died 18 Oct 1932 in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois; buried 22 Oct 1932 in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Springfield, Illinois. Notes: Moore, Eva Christine - Of 921 N. 6th St., died at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, 1932 at residence, age 5. Survived by parents, Captain and Mrs. William Moore of the Volunteers of America: four brothers, Russell, Irvin, Herschel and Billy; two sisters: Mrs. Gladys Ferry and Eunice Moore; grandmother, Mrs. Lena Lindgren. Funeral Notices later. W.T. Vancil directing. - - Illinois State Journal, 10-19-1932, p. 14 MEDICAL: Cause of Death: Dipatheria
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