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Jackie Twydell Moore, 74, of Atlanta, GA, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, December 22, 2021, from complications of prostate cancer.
Jackie was born in Winterville, NC. He was the third of eight sons for Richard Caswell Moore, Sr., and Whilsonia Richardson Moore, who predeceased him. He is also predeceased by his stepmother, Elizabeth Moore, his brother, Albert Eugene Moore, and his nephew, Marc Thomas Moore.
Jackie grew up in Norfolk, VA and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. He joined the U.S. Air Force and served a total of four years; two years were spent in Thailand, one in Bangkok and one at the Royal Korat Air Force Base. After completing his tour of duty, he returned to Norfolk where he attended Norfolk State University and made lifelong friends but left prior to completing his degree.
He moved to Milwaukee, WI, where he made more good friends. He also met the love of his life, Sussan Sutphen. He completed an Associate Degree in Interior Design at Stratton College, and, after Sussan finished medical school, married her. After she completed her residency program, they relocated to Cincinnati so he could attend the University of Cincinnati School of Architecture where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture. Jackie was tapped into Sigma Sigma Fraternity after completing an interior redesign of the African American Cultural and Arts Center on the UC campus. The couple then moved to Atlanta where he joined Hirsch Bedner Associates and worked on Ritz Carlton Hotel projects in Maui, HI, Caracas, Venezuela, and Rosebank, South Africa. He worked at other design and construction firms retiring in 2013 from SPG Products Group. He designed the Copeland’s restaurants in Marietta, GA and Denver, CO, and completed other commercial projects, such as cafeterias at HBCUs and redesigns of restaurant kitchens for McDonald’s and other restaurant chains. He also remodeled homes and produced a large number of art pieces.
Jackie was a loving and supportive husband, partner, and friend. He was a mentor who encouraged others to learn new skills and branch out. He loved to meet people, find out more about their interests, and find commonalities. He was uncle to many nieces and nephews, always willing to listen and give advice if asked, and, sometimes, if not. He had a ready laugh, enjoyed having fun, and rarely turned down the chance to party and have a good time. His brothers and an extended family of friends surrounded him. He will be deeply missed.
A Celebration of Life Service is being planned for the end of January or beginning of February 2022.
Jackie is survived by his wife, Sussan Sutphen, brothers Richard Caswell Moore, Jr. (Maryann), Olah Moore (Debbie), Samuel Moore (Edith), Albert’s wife, Minnie, Steven Moore (Linda), Roderick Moore (Sharon), and Clifford Moore; in-laws, Diane Sutphen, Lady Cecil Sutphen (Gerard Wilkes), Mona Sutphen (Clyde Williams), and David Sutphen (Tina), and a host of nieces, nephews, and many, many friends.
Memorial contributions may be made in Jackie’s name to the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University at https://winshipcancer.emory.edu/support-winship/give/memorial-gifts.html 1762 Clifton Rd, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30322; Norfolk State University at Support Norfolk State | Norfolk State University – Norfolk State University (nsu.edu) 700 Park Avenue HBW Suite 410, Norfolk, VA; or the University of Cincinnati at University of Cincinnati Foundation – Foundation – University of Cincinnati (uc.edu) PO Box 19970, Cincinnati, OH 45219.PO Box 19970 Cincinnati, OH 45219
The Moore family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 1086 Hwy 54 W, Fayetteville. Messages of condolence may be left at www.GeorgiaCremation.com.
Kenneth Middleton says
Dr. Sutphen,
My condolences to you and your family. Just know that you and your loved ones are in my prayers.
Grace and peace
Saul Adler says
Sussan
Rosalyn and I are sorry for your loss. Jackie could cheer up any room. He made friends easily and was very comfortable around friends as well as folks he didn’t know. We always enjoyed our times together. He will be missed. You are in our thoughts.
David Penn II says
Sue,
My condolences go out to you and your family. Jackie was a kind and loving neighbor. He had a great sense of humor. He will be missed dearly.
Diane Beckley Milner says
Sussan,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, sending love and light and keeping you and your family lifted in prayer.
Diane Beckley Milner
Preston Plew says
Dr. Sutphen,
I worked with Jackie a couple of years at Leggett and Platt. He always had a smile on his face. Sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
marcella C. williams says
Sussan,
I am so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. My prayers are with you and your family. It is a blessing to find true love.
Your Ship 💕💚, Marcella
Keshia Martin says
My sincere condolences goes out to you and your family during this time. May God continue to strengthen you and your family. Praying for strength, comfort, and peace.
Neil Pendleton says
Sussan,
We are so very, very sorry to hear this news! Jackie was always the supporting classmate, supporter and advocate at Cincinnati. And in his own special way, the “senior statesman” who couldn’t have been a better human being to look up to! He will certainly be missed.
Our prayers go out to you and your family!
Michelle Moore says
Aunt Sue,
During life events such as this, words tend to fall short. I will always remember you and Uncle Jackie being front row to all of Marcus’s and my accomplishments. Cheering us on, and challenging us to be better. From college graduations, to all the letters and card while I was in boot camp.
With much love & respect.
Larry Carr says
Sue,
I am so very saddened by this news. My condolences to you and your family. I don’t think Jackie ever knew just how important he was to me at UC. He was truly the friend (or big brother) I needed in those days.
God Bless
Cynthia Holzheimer says
Sue,
Our hearts are with you. We tried to move to all the locations you folks were in, and we enjoyed catching up with you when we were able to return to Atlanta. We were always impressed with all the projects both you and Jackie took on. I am sorry Jackie didn’t get a chance to critique our last old house renovation. The prayers will keep coming.
Stephen Moses says
I am deeply saddened to learn of Jackie’s passing. Jackie was the very first person to extend his friendship to me when I first moved to Atlanta in 1995. He will be missed but the memory of Jackie’s positive and uplifting spirit will endure. Terry and I extend our heartfelt condolences to Sue and the entire family.
Rest in Paradise.
Diane Sutphan says
My dearest sister Sussan,
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could give you a great big hug, but just know that I am always here for you. I love you. I feel blessed to have known Jackie and we will always have Galena. May Jackie rest in peace.
Diane
Barbara Burke says
Dear Sue and Family,
Jackie’s gentle presence, his listening and attentive eyes, and his affirming smile leave an enduring imprint in our hearts, a blueprint for our futures.
With love,
Barbara
Steve Kessell says
Jackie was a shining star who shined his light on the lives of many. I will miss you dearly, but you will always live in my heart.
Brunetta Matthews says
We are so grateful to have enjoyed time with Jack, he was a light with an infectious smile.
Sending love & praying for Sue as she navigates the days ahead without him. 🙏🏽
Brunetta & Charles Matthews
Cynthia Pass says
Dr. Sutphen,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Jackie and I worked together at SPG until he retired. He was truly an encouraging and funny person and I am grateful to have known him. May he forever rest in peace.
Wanda Mitchell says
Prayers for family and friends…..
He was such a good guy to all!!!!
Rest in Peace…