of Onia, AR
November 7, 1933 - June 12, 2023
Delpha Dene Moore Passmore was born November 7, 1933 to Willis Moore and Tina Balentine Treat Moore at home in Onia, AR. She entered the gates of heaven on June 12, 2023 in Springdale, AR.
Delpha accepted Christ as her savior at an early age and she continued to serve the Lord throughout the rest of her life. She became a preacher's wife on July 19, 1952 when she married Lester Passmore and she supported his ministry until his death in 2013. Often, Delpha stayed home to tend the home fire while Lester traveled to surrounding communities sharing the Gospel.
Delpha spent many years teaching school. She retired after 36 years from Timbo Schools where she taught second grade for many years. In her later years when memories started to fade, she would often say "I don't know who they are, but I know I had them in 2nd grade."
Delpha's most treasured role was mother and grandmother. Before her health declined, her most favorite thing to do was to gather her family together. She loved and served her family selflessly and she would have gladly included more into her fold given the chance. Even when the living room was filled to bursting at the seams, there was always room for one more.
Delpha is preceded in death by her parents, Willis and Tina Moore; husband, Lester Passmore and sister, Hazel Moore Lee.
She is survived by her children, Tim Passmore of Lonsdale AR, Tony & Jami Passmore of Onia, AR; grandchildren, Kyle & Regina Passmore of Onia, AR, Cody and Alexa Passmore of Mountain View, AR, Bret & Haley Passmore of Belleville, AR, Garrett Passmore of Searcy, AR, Luke Henriksen of Fayetteville AR, Kelle Passmore of Mountain View, AR, Carrie and Tyler Wilson of Rogers, AR; 12 great grandchildren; her sister, Wylidene Treat Brewer of Newkirk, OK; her sister-in-law, Pauline Tomlinson of Pekin, IL; many nieces, nephews, cousins and her dear cousin and best friend, Arlene George who has provided care and companionship to Delpha for several years.
Funeral services will be held at Bethany Baptist Church on Saturday, June 17, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. with burial at Pordue Cemetery in Onia. Visitation will be held Friday, June 16, 2023 at Bethany Baptist Church in Onia, AR from 6:00-8:00 pm. Officiating will be Junior Barham, Bret Passmore and Roy Jones. Her grandchildren will be pallbearers.
Roller-Crouch Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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12 Condolence(s)
Natalie Hess
Friday, July 7, 2023
My condolences to Miss Delpha’s boys, Tim and Tony and to her extended family and friends. She was a light in my heart as a loving neighbor during the summers I was lucky enough to spend in Onia as a kid. I will cherish memories of her ready smile and contagious laugh. She taught me to read and I credit her with sparking imagination, one of her magical abilities for so many children. She introduced me to frozen strawberries as dessert, instant potatoes were simply not allowed and the fact that readers are leaders. I will keep these happy memories and remember her voice forever. Love to all of your family Delpha, you are loved, remembered, respected and emulated. Love from Natalie
Wesley and Loretta Smith5
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Tim and Tony, we are so sorry for you boys and grandkids loss. We did't know about this until after the funeral or we woud have been there. You had a wonderful mother and she will be missed
Donna Richardson Moore
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Sorry for your loss. I can remember when your parents were married. Delpha was still a teenager when she finished college and started teaching. Her Dad, Mr Moore was my teacher in 6th & 7th grade.
Yvonne West
Friday, June 16, 2023
I remember what a beautiful couple you and Lester were. Love to your family.
Glenda Martin
Friday, June 16, 2023
So sorry to hear about Delpha. She was Brian's second grade teacher. Prayer's for her family. God Bless You All
Pat Brewer Mecum
Friday, June 16, 2023
Sorry to hear about a dear friend. She was very close to my late brother, Ronnie. We had lots of good times enjoying Razorback games as she would join our family for the fun. God bless her family. Family of Melvin and Retha Brewer
Tracy Brewer
Friday, June 16, 2023
A great lady and so much fun on our Razorback basketball and football trips. You will be so missed by your family and friends.
Cindy Avey
Friday, June 16, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you all.
Cleve Branscum, Ellen Mather, & Mae Passmore Branscum Family
Friday, June 16, 2023
Dear Passmore Family, Our Prayers are with Tim, Tony, and all of Aunt Delpha’s Family. She was a gentle Blessing to her family, friends, & community. We still cherish many fond memories of Aunt Delpha and Uncle Lester. Now they are United in Heaven for Eternity! With Love, ~Ellen Mather and Family of Pea Ridge, ~& Barbara & Cleve Branscum of Belleair, Florida
Teresa Keel
Friday, June 16, 2023
Deepest sympathies and prayers for Delpha's family. She will be forever missed.
Lisa Solomon Comeaux
Thursday, June 15, 2023
So sorry to hear of Mrs Delphi passing I know she’s will be missed by so many especially her kids Tony and Tim what a wonderful lady she was prayers for all her family RIP Mrs Delpha you are home now
Mary Morrow
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Prayers for the family.