Teresa D. Moore

March 08 , 1936 - September 24 , 2022

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A memorial service will be held

Saturday, April 29, 2023

11:00 AMTrinity Episcopal Church

11575 Belleville Rd.

Belleville, MI 48111.

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Obituary

Teresa D. Moore, founder of Adopt-A-Child Size & Support Services, Inc. 501(c)(3), died at age 86. Through her non-profit and team of volunteers, Moore provided clothing, books, and toys for over 15,000 children and families in Southeast Michigan. Teresa started Adopt-A-Child Size before retiring from Wayne County Regional Educational Service Agency (RESA), where she served as Director of Human Resources, Director of Student Staff Relations, and Social Worker for Head Start Programs. Teresa’s passion for enhancing people’s lives spanned a 60-year career that began with earning degrees in Social Work from Ohio State University (Bachelor’s degree) and the University of Michigan (Master’s degree). In various roles, she assured compliance with federal regulations, cared for unwed mothers, prevented child abuse, promoted early childhood development, and served as Program Director for the YWCA. Teresa received numerous professional, state, and community awards for her expertise and dedication. Teresa D. Moore is survived by her daughters Valerie Myers and Erica Myers, sister Marilyn (David) Wash, aunt Eloise (Peak) David, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, in-laws, bonus grandchildren, neighbors, friends, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. sisters. Teresa was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Elmer O. and Vivian E. David, brother Baldwin G. David, husband Harvey Moore, and husband Frederick Myers.

Instead of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Teresa's honor to: Starfish Family Services, 30000 Hiveley St., Inkster, MI 48141 Donate: (starfishfamily services.org), or Trinity Episcopal Church, 11575 Belleville Road, Belleville, MI 48111, or a charity of your choice.

Condolences

Dear Cousin Valerie , Erica & family, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother and my cousin, whom I loved dearly. We come from God and we return to God. We plan, but God is the best of planners. Teresa is in Paradise with her Mom and Dad. Soon we will all be together. I love you both. Love, Cousin Donna Mae Donna Mae Lynem
Dear cousins Valerie and Erica, although I was Aunt "T's" niece by marriage, I felt like she was truly an auntie to not only David, but to me and Jayden as well. She exuded love and never hesitated to share a smile, a kind word or a hug. She had a knack for telling you what she really thought so that you knew it was coming from a place of love and concern. She left a lasting impression on us all with her dedication and service to the community in which she lived. She touched our lives, our hearts and no doubt the lives of many others. We feel blessed to have known her and she will be dearly missed. David, Loreen and Jayden Fields
Erica and Valerie, We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved mother. She was a kind, thoughtful, and sweet human being. You were blessed to have her as a mother. She was also very special to Dewayne and I. Always delightful to talk as you could hear the smile in her voice. She will be truly missed. May the Lord wrap you in His arms and give you peace and comfort as you embark upon your grief journey. We love you and are here for you with whatever you need. ❤ May your mom rest in total peace.🙏 Sonji and DeWayne
Dear Ms.Erica,Ms.Valerie and family, I am deeply saddened by the news of the loss of your mother. She was such a kind and gentle spirit. I am sending prayers and love to cover you and your family during this time of grieving. Love Ebonee (Geter) Williams Ebonee (Geter) Williams
As a long-time Board member at Starfish and involved with Head Start, I worked with Teresa a fair amount over the years. She was truly dedicated to children and wil be greatly missed but fondly remembered. Steve Secrest