Melvin Moore Jr., born September 5, 1926 departed this life and arrived at his lifelong destination on Saturday, July 21, 2012. During his childhood in Bolton, m Mississippi, Melvin Jr., his four brothers and four sisters were motivated by their parents, Melvin Moore Sr. Daddy Moore and Fannie Barnes Moore. Melvin, Jr.'s extended family and friends helped teach his traits and habits that influenced him on his eighty-five year journey. Nicknamed "Sonny", Melvin always challenged others to do better than their best and even accept jobs jobs one might not seek. He challenged himself the same way. Melvin loved to learn; his siblings were his first teachers, He was tested and prepared for his future in ways only siblings can do. competing in sports in addition to coming of age activities developed Melvin's strong sense of self confidence. During World War II, Melvin served with honor in the United States Navy; the G.I. Bill enabled him to attend Howard University in Washington, D.C. While matriculating there, Melvin earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and his Master's degree in Social Work. During his attendance at Howard, Melvin met Gloria Johnson Baytop, a college graduate and elementary school teacher. On July 10, 1949, they were united in a marriage which lasted more than sixty-three years. Melvin and Gloria raised their children, John Robert and Rosslyn Louise in river Terrace, a neighborhood of northeast Washington, D.C. they family worshiped at Calvary Episcopal church. the children attended the local public schools; Melvin was very active in the PTA as well as numerous community organizations. visits with family and friends were always enjoyed by the Moores. During his professional career, which spanned over four decades, Melvin Moore, Jr. successfully served in a variety of positions, including; Senior Social Worker Boys Village of Maryland in Cheltenham; community Organization Specialist and later, Assistant Director of Neighborhood Development United Planning Organizations and Affiliates, Washington, D.C.. In 1968, Melvin began working as a Community School Coordinator for the Baltimore city Public School System. He also served as as Court Consultant and as Coordinator of Federal Vocation Programs while employed by BCPSS. In 1971, Melvin Moore Jr., began working in the Baltimore City Health Department as an Administrative Health Officer. He served as the Director of Mental Health Services from 1972 to 1976. He also served at Youth and families Unlimited Randallstown, MD and at Harbor Hospital center Baltimore city before returning to the BCPSS in 1997. His professional career ended upon his retirement from the position of Social Worker supervisor in 2001. Melvin enjoyed carpentry and doing home improvement projects; he would try play golf, but he was much better with a hammer in his hand. He like gadgets, playing poker with friends, listening to music, reading the newspaper, watching the news on television and traveling to visit relatives. Melvin Moore, Jr. is survived by his loving wife, Gloria, son John Robert, June; daughter, Rosslyn Louise; brother, Frank G. Pamela, Charles Pearl and James Ann; one sister, Ilene Robert; one step sister-in-law, Corinne and a multitude of cousin, nephews, nieces and friends.