Joanne "Nan" or "Twiggy" Moore Obituary (1958

Joanne T. Moore, known as Twiggy or Nan to family and friends. Born on February 24, 1958 to the late Joseph and Rosemary (nee: Callsen) Moore and has been a proud South Philly lifelong resident. She will be remembered for working at both the Oregon and Penrose Diners here in our neighborhood. Family was her world and she simply adored her grandchildren. She had a warm heart and was loved by those who knew her and she was affectionately given the title of Nan by friends and family and even her grandchildrens friends. Joanne liked to play computer games, bingo and other games of chance. New Years and the Mummers Parade was always a memorable day for her and she loved "all things mummer". Never turning away anyone in need she was generous with al she had or didnt have but she made sure everyone was able to get bye. She will be sadly missed by her beloved husband, Edward Leidy Jr. who stood by her side through all the ups and downs. Loving mother to Joanne T. Payne, Tara Dougherty, Jennifer Doane, John Doane, Amy Leidy, Stephen Doane and Thomas Doane. Dearest Nan to Teyha, Eddie, Tommy III, Virginia, Kayla, Alex, Haley, Orville, Tommy Jr., Jose, and the late Edward Jr. and Franny Jr.; great nan to Owen. Sister of Thomas (Virginia) Haigh, Francis (late Colleen) Haigh, Rose Mary Haigh and the late Joseph Moore Jr. Niece of Alice (Ed) Leemon, Gail Callsen, Lynda Callsen and Janice Callsen. She will also be greatly missed by her Godchildren, Dawn LaBarr and Michael Noto and by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and good friends. Relatives and friends are invited to her visitation on Monday eve from 6:30-8:30pm at the Murphy Ruffenach Brian W Donnelly Funeral Home, 3rd & Wolf Sts. Funeral Services will begin at 8:30pm. Burial is private. Memorial donations in her memory can be made to the Mummers Museum, 1100 S 2nd Street Phila., PA 19147.