Donald Allan Shadrach Moore didn’t even know his own real name. No wonder… he is better known as Sarge or Gramps. Born on July 23, 1939, in Woodstock, NB, Sarge was a paradox in human form. He was equally strong and soft. At only 17, Sarge bravely enlisted in the Royal Canadian Airforce. He served for 37 years, but you wouldn’t find Sarge telling stories about those days. His best stories were about his friends and family. That’s what he cared about most. Sarge passed peacefully in his home on November 1, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Left with colourful memories and inappropriate jokes are his daughters, grandkids, and great-grandkids. They want to thank the medical team, especially Sue and Val, for giving Sarge dignity in his final days. Sarge’s service will be held at Moase Funeral Home, Summerside, on Monday, November 6, at 1 p.m. Visitation is Monday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. with his funeral to follow. Interment in Peoples Cemetery, Summerside. Sarge’s celebration of life will be held at the RCAF 200 Wing at 2 p.m. No black clothing or flowers please. Instead, wear something with Sarge’s favourite colour – red. To honour Sarge, pour a drink (maybe a vodka + spicy Clamato) and share stories or donate directly to the Wounded Warriors at: https://www.woundedwarriors.ca/ or Hospice PEI at: www.hospicepei.ca Sarge lived his life with grit and grace, humour and heart. He teased that his final words would be “toodaloo mother ******.” But in the true paradox of Sarge, his softer side came out, and he said, “I love you.” Complete “story” can be viewed at: www.moase.ca
Cheers, Sarge. We love you more.