Geneva Moore, vice president of the Tabernacle Board of Education, died of cancer on Oct. 22. She was 70 years old.
Born in Philadelphia and raised in Marlton, she lived in Tabernacle since 1977. She served on the Tabernacle board for 16 years, including for six years as president.
She worked in education, serving as business administrator in several districts, including Palmyra.
“Geneva was a dedicated and well-respected member of the Tabernacle board and her loss is already being felt by those who had the honor and pleasure of working with her,” said Dr. Lawrence S. Feinsod. “We extend our condolences to her family and to the board of education and the entire staff at Tabernacle schools.”
She was also past president of the Burlington County Agricultural Board, past vice president of the State Board of Agriculture, and past president of the North American Cranberry Growers Association. She was co-owner, with her husband, Samuel R. Moore Jr., of Moore’ Meadow Blueberry and Cranberry Farm in Tabernacle.
She leaves behind her husband of 46 years, Samuel; children, Margaret (Gary) Andress of Shamong; David (Brenda) Elbertson of Tabernacle and Sammy III (Penny) of Tabernacle. She is also survived by six grandchildren, and a brother.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Geneva’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or www.cancer.org/donate. Condolences may be sent at www.lechnerfuneralhome.com