Michael David Moore
January 23, 1956 ~ December 7, 2024
Michael David Moore, age 68, a resident of Philippi, died on Saturday December 7, 2024, death was sudden and unexpected. Mike was born January 23, 1956, in Elkins, WV a son of Robert and Lois (Simmons) Moore.
Mike is survived by his wife of 46 years Deb (Overfield) Moore; his two beagle girls Odie and Olive; sister Cheryl Rosencrance; sisters-in-law Mary Casto, Jane Overfield and companion Allen, Alice Shreve and husband Buddy; several nieces, great nieces, nephews and great nephews. Mike was preceded in death by his parents and his mother and father-in-law Betty and Gerald Overfield.
Mike graduated from Philip Barbour High School in 1974. While there he played football, basketball and ran track. He was a coal miner. After he went back to AB with a sports medicine degree. He was a NATA certified athletic trainer and NSCA certified strength and conditioning specialist. He worked at Philip Barbour High School, Buckhannon Upshur and retired from Lewis County High School in 2017.
But his love for bass fishing topped everything. He has traveled all over the state and country fishing tournaments. The most recent experience was a team championship on Kentucky Lake.
Mike’s fishing buddies were his brothers.
Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home and on-site Crematory 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Tuesday December 10, from 2-8 pm and on Wednesday December 11, from 8- 11 am. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 am in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Tami Shoup officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery.
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Steve and I are truly sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Condolences,
Steve and Sherry Daugherty
I lived across from Michael and his family in Belington for many years. We went to school together and I always thought he was a nice guy. His wife was a sweetheart. Have not seen him for years thoigh
We are so sorry Debbie, prayers for peace and comfort in the days ahead
As a long-time member of B.A.S.S. Nation of West Virginia, Mike relished the opportunity to represent us and the Great State of West Virginia. He was a multiple Team Trail Series event Champion and had earned his way to multiple State Teams, the B.A.S.S. Nation Championship, and multiple Bassmaster Team Championships, having just returned home from competing at last week’s event on Kentucky Lake, TN.
Mike also served us for many years as our General Delegate and then Northern Delegate on our Board of Directors. Mike was also heavily involved in our Youth Program as both a mentor and Boat Captain/Coach to many of our Jr. & High School members. And very few of our Conservation Projects occurred without Mike’s dedicated involvement.
Mike was always fast with an encouraging, congratulatory, or appreciative comment. I enjoyed our conversations and meals together (Mike loved sausage gravy and biscuits for breakfast). He was a good friend to all and will be missed greatly and remembered fondly.
Debbie, please know that you are in our prayers for comfort and strength.
Ken Hackworth
President, BNWV
I only knew Mike for a few years but he was a great guy a great ambassador of WV Bass Nation and always helping young anglers it was a pleasure to have known him if even for short while tight lines Mike
Debbie, we are so sorry to hear about Mike’s passing. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
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Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss.. Mike will always be with you in your heart.
Keeping you in my thoughts,
Dian Wright Seckman
DEB. Charlie & I are so sorry for your loss. If you need anything please feel free to let us know. You will be in our thoughts and prayers in you time of loss.
Debbie,
Jan and I were so very sorry to hear about your husband Mikes passing. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Our condolences to Deb and their K9 family. Although I hadn’t seen Mike in many years, I have memories that are as fresh as yesterday. I’ll always remember Mike’s smile and his gentle soul. RIP brother.
My sincere condolences to Debbie, Cheryl and the rest of the family! He was a great person! I’ll never forget the sledding party at Rex and Karen Reeds way back when . Those guys built jumps that were crazy! It was a wonderful time ! My prayers for peace and comfort to each of you.
Debbie we were so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Know that you are in our hearts, our thoughts, and our prayers. Love Linda and JD
Debbie, Alice and Buddy,
I am so sorry to learn of Mike’s passing. I just lost my dear husband in November and there are no words to describe the grief. Praying for your comfort.
So sorry to hear about Mike. You are in our prayers. Love you. Sue and Bob
In memory of Michael David Moore, Sue and Bob Lundberg lit a candle
Condolences and prayers to Mike’s family, what a shock to hear. Many memories battling Mike and Nelson in many tournaments. It was always great to catch up with Mike when we would run into each other, he was a great guy and friend he will be greatly missed. So sorry for your loss.
So sorry. Heart aches for you. Be strong from someone who knows what you are going thru. Remember only the good times
Marceil
Deb sorry to hear of your loss! My heart feels for you and the family. You’re so sweet and kind to everyone. Be strong! Lean on your family and friends for support.
Deb Holding you close in my thoughts and hoping you are doing OK.” I’m sorry for your loss of your best friend and husband:( I know you are feeling so much sadness and emptiness:(
Mike is going to be missed he was pretty terrific!! He had a big impact on my sisters and me when we were teenagers. Hes always had a special place in our hearts.
Hes with GOD now and one day you will see him again:) I love you
Mike.brought so much to this world. He was a kind, strong and caring man. He will missed by everyone. I’m having a hard time excepting he’s gone. We all loved Mike and we love you Debbie. You’re in our prayers and thoughts. My heart hurts for you. I’m here for you if you need anything. Love you. With much love, Gretchen 💕
In memory of Michael David Moore, Vinson & Brenda Paugh lit a candle
Mike was an individual that I met years ago fishing local waters and tournaments. I cannot remember the exact event, but after the weigh in, I talked with him for a few minutes and I immediately knew Mike Moore was an individual who was a stand up type of guy. Mike was to me the complete angular. He always seemed to be on the water when I was! One cold late winter day, I decided to go to Tygart, and low and behold, Mike was already on the water in his blue/white Ranger. We were the only 2 guys there all day. Normal guys would have been home, somewhere warm, but when it came to fishing, he gave it his all. He will be missed, and I am a better person for having been associated with Mike. Godspeed my friend.
I’m very sorry for your loss. Mike was a good friend and fishing buddy. I will miss seeing him on the water.
Tim
So sorry for your loss.
Debbie, thinking of you and sending prayers for peace and comfort at this most difficult time.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.