Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at Carrollton Baptist Church for Mary Allen Campbell Moore, 93, of Carrollton, who was lovingly referred to as “Nanu” by many people who knew her and was a beloved member of her family and community, who died peacefully at her residence on Saturday, Jan. 17. Burial followed in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation was held one hour prior to the service on Wednesday, Jan. 21, at the church.
Mary was born on Aug. 31, 1932, the daughter of the late Grady Campbell and the late Linnie Haley in her family home in Carroll County where she was raised alongside her five siblings: Evelyn C. Pipkin, Estelle C. Cooper, Sadie C. Mann, Lloyd Campbell and Henderson Campbell. Those early years shaped her strong values and work ethic, and provided a foundation for her deep commitment to family.
Mary attended J.Z. George High School and following her graduation, she married her sweetheart, Ern Wells “Pete” Moore. Although they lived for a time on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, they soon returned to Carrollton to be nearer to their network of support, as their new family continued to grow. There, they built their home within walking distance of the service station they came to take over from Pete’s mother, Alice Marshall. They operated “the station” on Highway 82 in Carrollton for decades; it was more than just a business as it reflected their values of connection to the community and service to others. In addition, she briefly worked at Supreme Electronics and Baldwin Piano, but most of her working life was spent with The People’s Bank & Trust Company as the Carrollton branch manager from which she retired.
Mary was a devoted lifelong member of Carrollton Baptist Church where through the years she kept the nursery; taught Sunday school and Vacation Bible School, and was an integral member of the church choir, under the direction of Dr. Bernard Taylor. Her faith was strong, genuine and evident in the way that she lived her life every day.
She was fond of little lap dogs — most often named Buddy — loved warm weather and had numerous creative skills that included, sewing and gardening. She was talented with needle and thread and could make almost anything — from majorette uniforms to delicate doll clothes to embroidery — always with precision. Her yard was a testament to her love of the outdoors and gardening, and she was always willing to share what she had grown with others. She was a phenomenal home cook, who insisted on sending everyone home with leftovers. Her home was a place of warmth, love and welcome for everyone. Her legacy will live on in the generations that she nurtured and the countless lives that she touched.
In addition to her parents, her husband, Ern Wells “Pete” Moore: one son, Edwin Eugene “Eddie” Moore, and great granddaughter, Natalie Lynn Jones, preceded Mary in death.
Survivors include, three children: Bruce Moore (Gale) of Memphis, Tenn., Phyliss M. Makamson (Ray) of Itta Bena and Barbara M. Liberto (Michael) of Grenada. Additionally, she is survived by 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, all of whom were a source of great joy and pride, as evidenced by the numerous picture-covered walls of her home.
Mary was a pistol of a woman — a true firecracker. She had a quick wit, a sharp sense of humor and a laugh that came easily and often. Her life was one of faith, family and hard work. Her memory will live on in the stories that are told, the skills passed down and the love she gave so freely. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered for her strength, her unwavering faith and her lifelong dedication to those she loved.
Pallbearers were her grandsons: Hunter Hodges, Heath Hodges, Joseph Liberto, Nick Liberto, Paul Liberto and Austin Moore.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be directed to Carrollton Baptist Church, P.O. Box 5 Carrollton, MS 38917; the Evergreen Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 425 North Carrollton, MS 38947 or the Natalie Lynn Jones Memorial Playground Fund at Bank of Commerce, P.O. Box 546, Greenwood, MS 38941.
Online condolences can be expressed to the family at www.ofhwinona.com
Oliver Funeral Home of Winona was in charge of arrangements.
