Obituary for John Mark Moore

John Mark Moore, 58, passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at Northern Hospital in Mount Airy, North Carolina. He was the son of the late John Ralph Moore and Wildia Faye Lyons Moore. John held his parents in high regard, and took special care of his mother throughout her life as well.

John was known for being a hard worker in a few different trades. Early in his career he was the owner of an exterminating business until later he found his real love, the road. John began his career driving trucks all over the country, taking in all the sights and what life truly had to offer. His favorite stories to tell would be of the times riding down Route 66, one of the most famous roads in the U.S.

He is survived by special friends; Darlene Martin and Johnny Phillips, along with two little ones who brought him much joy through the years, Leighton & Boyd Williams. Many other distant relatives also survive.

A graveside service followed by interment will be held on Thursday, April 13, 2023, at 2:00 PM at Newbern Cemetery in Dublin, Virginia.