Hugh Edwin Moore, age 85, of Sparta passed away Wednesday morning, January 15, 2025, at his daughter's residence in LaVergne. 

He was born December 23, 1939, to his parents, the late Hugh Lawson and Vada Maynard Moore. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife. Martha Inez Moore; son, Doyle Lynn Moore; sisters, Linda Rice and Marie Moore. 

He was a retired Methodist minister and a member of Smithville First United Methodist Church. 

Survivors include children, Royce (Rhonda) Moore of Dowelltown, Elizabeth (Brenda Elrod) Moore of LaVergne; Grandchildren: Bradley Scott Moore, Brandy Lee Moore; Great Grandchildren: Alexis Mims, Tyler Scott Moore; Siblings: Lois Sellars, Doris O'Conner, Donell Moore, Denice Moore; a host of nieces & nephews also survive. 

Funeral service was held Saturday, January 18, 2025, at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. David Lunsford officiating and burial followed in the Plainview Cemetery. 

Pallbearers included Bradley Moore, Dennis Ramsey, Michael OConner, Tray Cantrell, Derrick Purtle and Jamey Palk. 

The family asks that donations be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital in memory of Mr. Moore. 

DeKalb Funeral Chapel, Smithville, was in charge of the arrangements.