Ivey Robert Moore

Ivey Robert Moore Jr., age 80, of Vilas, NC passed away Tuesday December 9th, 2025. He was a graduate of Cove Creek High School where he was a proud member of the wrestling team. He was honored to serve his country in Vietnam - 101st Air Borne. Robert was a builder; he built many houses and loved to help with any project. His favorite pass time was to cut, split, and stack wood up until the very end. He faithfully served his church (Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church) alongside his wife as custodian for 40 years. You could always find Rob drinking a cup of coffee and telling stories. Robert was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. 

He is preceded in death by his parents Ivey Robert Sr. and Ada Moore of Vilas, and brother in law Boyd McCloud of Elk Park.

He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Mildred Moore. two daughters; Sandra Hodges of Vilas, and Janet Guy and husband Waylon of Beech Creek, two grandchildren; Jonah Hodges of Bethel and Chelsi Greer and husband Austin of  Beaver Dam, sisters; Dora Lee Story and husband Harvey, Ruth McCloud, and Marie Bumgarner and husband Billy Joe, brothers; Raymond Moore and wife Jan, and Floyd Moore and wife Sue. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 

The family will receive friends at Austin and Barnes Funeral Home,  Friday December 12th, from 5:00-8:00 PM. The funeral service honoring Roberts life will be held at Mt.Lebanon Baptist Church, Saturday December 13th, at 1:00 PM. Pr. Jason Cornett and Pr. Burl Greer will officiate the funeral service, and Pr. Jeff Wilson will officiate the graveside service at the Danner Cemetery. 

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