Kern County Obituaries

H. Ray Moore

Submitted by Billie Snyder 22 Jan 2008

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Bakersfield Californian 1/22/2008

H. Ray Moore 1929 - 2008
Memorial services for H. Ray Moore will be held at First Presbyterian 
Church (17th and H Streets) on Thursday morning, January 24, 2008 at 
11:00 a.m. Ray was born in Maricopa, CA on December 21, 1929. He played 
football, basketball, and performed in musicals during his four years at 
Maricopa High School from which he graduated in 1947. He attended the 
University of Santa Barbara. His love of music continued throughout his 
life. He participated in the Bakersfield Masterworks Chorale and sang in 
the choirs of First Presbyterian and Olive Drive churches for many years. 
He served in the Air forced during the Korean War and began working for 
Standard Oil Company upon his discharge. He married his wife Diane in 
September of 1955. In 1971, he went to work for the newly built CSUB in 
the accounting office, and then became the business manager in the new 
athletic department in 1972. He helped to establish the department and 
loved working there until his retirement in 1993. In honor of his working 
dedication in athletics, the CCAA awarded him a lifetime membership. He 
was the first to successfully bid the regional basketball playoffs, 
bringing national attention to the Bakersfield community. He also helped 
to develop the successful athletic BBQ's. Students often stopped by his 
office to talk and get his fatherly advice and the coaches relied on Ray 
to solve their problems as well. As an elder at First Presbyterian Church, 
he frequently officiated worship services and preached during summer months 
at the Community Presbyterian Church in Glennville. During his retirement, 
Ray enjoyed traveling and sharing time with his family. His love for God has 
been a great influence on his daughters and grandchildren. Ray is survived 
by his wife, Diane; his daughters, Vicki and Kathleen; his son-in-law, Henry; 
and his two grandchildren, Aaron and Elyse. Well done! - good and faithful 
servant. For additional service or floral delivery information, please 
contact Basham Funeral Care at 873-8200.