May 27, 2025, 78, Goldsboro —

Robert Wade Moore, Jr., lovingly known as “Junior,” passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his devoted family. He was 78.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Bonnie Smith Moore of the home; his daughter, Christy Moore of Mount Olive; and his son, Bobby Dean Moore and his fiancée, Brenda, of Dudley. He is also survived by his only and most cherished granddaughter, Tess Bronson of Florida.

Robert leaves behind his siblings: Sylvia Gerdeman and her husband, Bill, of Florida; Kathy Robinson of Mount Olive; Billy Moore and his wife, Linda, of Mount Olive; and Rodney Moore and his wife, Charlene, of Rutherford, North Carolina. He will also be missed by his beloved K-9 grand-pup, Cody.

 Mr. Moore retired from the North Carolina Department of Transportation, where he served as a truck driver, and also from the Boling Plant in Mount Olive. In both roles, he was respected for his reliability, dedication, and strong character.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 30, at 11 o’clock in the morning at Tyndall Funeral Home.  Visitation with the family will take place during the hour prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Wayne Memorial Park in Dudley.