OBITUARY OF
Reuben Westwood Bowden Moore
(5 November 1851-2 July 1919)
THIS IS A TRANSCRIPTION FROM THE HICKMAN COURIER
Volume 60 Thursday July 10, 1919 Number 5
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B. MOORE DEAD
Prominent Citizen of Hickman Succumbs to Heart Trouble.

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   After a prolonged illness of organic heart trouble, death ended the suffering 
of our esteemed friend and fellow citizen, Reuben Westwood Bowden Moore, 
Wednesday morning, July 2 1919, the end coming peacefully at his home in East 
Hickman. When the spirit of this good man took its flight to the land "from 
whose bourne no traveler returns." 

   Hickman lost one of its oldest and most valued citizens. During his forty-two
years residence here he lived an exemplary life. His death was not only a great 
shock to relatives and loved ones, but to the entire community.

  "Bowdy" Moore was born at Cottage Grove, Tenn., Nov. 5, 1851, making him about 
68 years of age. On September 14, 1876, he was united in marriage with Miss 
Sarah F. Perry, by whom he is survived. To this union were born eight children, 
six of whom are living, namely: Mrs. F.C. Thompson, of Corinth Miss.; Mrs. J.H. 
Smotherman, of Blytheville, Ark; John L. Moore, of Nashville; Misses Lyda and 
Imogene Moore and R. Moore of Hickman. He also leaves a sister, Mrs. Ima George, 
of Hickman.

   Mr. Moore came to Hickman from Cottage Grove when 26 years of age and shortly 
after engaged in the contracting and building business which he followed 
successfully for some 37 years. In his business career he was not only 
industrious, but reliable, trustworthy, possessing public confidence to the 
highest degree. As a citizen he was always found on the right side questions 
effecting the public welfare, and was frank and fearless in his support of them. 
He looked with disdain upon current evils and unscrupulous men and methods. To 
those who knew him, it is needless to say that he was a moral, Christian gentle 
man. He cherished and practiced high ideals; had a profound regard for religion 
and was not only a member but one of the most regular attendants of the 
Methodist congregation. He was also a valued member of Masonic order of Hickman-
-being affiliated with Hickman Lodge 761, F. & A. M., Hickman Chapter 49 R.A.M., 
and the Columbian Woodsmen.

   Funeral services, conducted by Presiding Elder W.W. Armstrong, of Union City, 
were held at the family residence, with a large attendance. The body was laid to
rest in the city cemetery, the last sad rites being conducted by the Masonic 
fraternity. Many beautiful floral designs covered the new -made grave-a silent 
testimonial to the high esteem in which he [unreadable]. The family has our 
deepest sympathy in the loss of husband and father.