Flora Stella Moore was born in Waelder, Texas, on September 27, 1937, to Sylvester Seay and Verna Randel. She was a sister to Mary, Dora, and Henry. On January 15, 1964, she united in holy matrimony with Vardell Noah Moore in her beloved home state of Texas. She had three children: Helen Marie, Vicky Lynn (who preceded her in death), and Vence Edward. Flora’s role as a mother was one of her greatest joys, and she embraced it with every fiber of her being.
Her life was a testament to faith, family, and the joy found in simple pleasures. Flora’s working life was as diverse as it was dedicated. She provided care and comfort as a babysitter, contributed to the local economy at a peanut plant, and served meals in the school district cafeteria. Through each endeavor, she extended her nurturing spirit to those around her. A devout Christian, Flora’s faith was the cornerstone of her life. She lived the Christian virtues of love, generosity, and selflessness.
After her husband’s discharge from the Air Force, the family moved to San Diego, California. Flora cherished time spent with her family above all. She also found joy in watching her favorite shows, with recent favorites being Sistas, Family Feud, and Wheel of Fortune. Her laughter and commentary during these programs were a source of entertainment for her loved ones.
Flora loved visiting Las Vegas, enjoying stays at her favorite hotel, Lady Luck, and playing the slot machines. Her heart was always open, her hands ready to help, and her presence a sanctuary of warmth. She lived a life that reflected the words of Scripture: “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
Flora was called home to the Lord on July 16, 2025, in San Diego.
She leaves to mourn her husband Vardell Noah, children; Helen Marie and Vence Edward, siblings; Mary, Dora, and Henry, many nieces and nephews, and her legacy lives on through her grandchildren, from Helen Marie: Angela, Alenio, Anerio,
and Ashley, from Vicky Lynn: Tyrone (preceded in death), Larissa, and Justin, and from Vence Edward: Shawanee, Selina, Vence Joseph, Vanity, Vence Edward II, Victoria, Kymberly, Kyla, and Val. She had many great-grandchildren and was a proud great-great-grandmother, with one more on the way.
Now resting in God’s embrace, Flora’s story of love and faith continues to inspire all who knew her.
