Notice regarding Coronavirus...Read More

Plan Ahead

Moore, Billie Jean Smith

September 7, 1926 –
 December 26, 2016

Obituary

Dallas, Texas — Billie Jean Smith Moore (aka Memaw), a long-time resident of the Dallas area, died Monday the 26th of December, 2016 at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, Plano. Born in 1926 in Ft. Worth, Texas, Billie received her High School diploma from Polytech High School in Ft. Worth and continued her education at the University of Texas. Early in her marriage Billie worked as a bank teller while her husband finished college on the GI Bill in 1946-47. She was also a full-time mother and taxi driver for her three sons as well as volunteering at church, school and as a Den Mother for Cubs Scouts of America. Later in her life she worked as an administrative assistant and was the fastest typist west of the Mississippi. Billie loved good Mexican food, Dallas Cowboys football and Texas Rangers baseball. She had a wonderful smile that could light up a room. She also loved to read books and work crossword puzzles. Throughout her life she still took time to write letters to family and friends and her cursive penmanship was perfection. She is survived by 3 sons, Murry, Dallas, Texas; Roger & wife Kathy, Bossier City, Louisiana; and Eric, Huntsville, Alabama. Billie was also blessed with 4 Grandchildren, Justin, Jeremy & wife Lori, Joshua & wife Amy; Brian & wife Janet. She also had 4 Great-Grandchildren (and 1 on the way), Alexis, Maggie, Cohen and Bri Billie loved the Lord and the Light of His Love shined through her to each of her 3 sons and their families and her two brothers, Dick Smith, Ft. Worth, TX and Jim Bob Smith, Gig Harbor, WA. She is also survived by countless cousins and other relatives and friends.  Billie is now “fully alive” forevermore. Billie requested that she be cremated so there will be no formal memorial service. The immediate family is having a private ceremony to say goodbye to Memaw. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting memorial gifts may be made in memory of Billie Moore to the American Cancer Society Arrangements are under the direction of ARIA Cremation Service and Funeral Home 19310 Preston Road Dallas, Texas 75252 214-306-6700    

    Steven Smith
    31 Dec 2016
    8:59am

    Thanks to God for a loving Cousin. Rest in peace with “those whom we love but see no longer.”

    Jeanelle Smith Roberts
    31 Dec 2016
    9:45am

    Billie was one of my closest and favorite cousins. I will miss her VERY much. She had a long and happy life! We will see each other again!

    Jim Smith
    31 Dec 2016
    5:40pm

    BIllie was the best sister a brother could ever have. SHe was always available to help family and friends and she generously gave of her time and talents. JOur brother, DIck,
    Mentioned to me during a phone conversation last night how wonderful Billie was and how much she loved family and friends and the good times we had growing up and she will Be missed by veryone who knows her.

    Murry Moore
    1 Jan 2017
    8:20am

    I love you Mom! You look pretty today Mom, as you always did! We rejoice with you, now in your FOREVER HOME! For you are, FOREVER HOME WITH OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST!!!

    Margaret Mc Near
    2 Jan 2017
    12:04pm

    I was Billie’s hairdresser for 25 years and always looked forward to her weekly visits. She always talked about her family who she loved so much. When we moved away in 1999, I missed not seeing and visiting with her so much. So sorry for the families lose and you will be in my prayers. RIP Billie.

    Murry Moore
    5 Jan 2017
    12:41am

    These facts were omitted from my mother’s obituary: Mom was predeceased by her parents, Ivan Horace Smith and Opal Hitt Smith. Mom was married to Bobby Gene Moore on April 20, 1946 and remained happily married to our Dad until his death on November 8, 1992. Mom and Dad moved to Abilene, Texas in 1950 and all three of their sons were born there. The family moved to Dallas on October 25, 1963.

    Vicki Thaxton
    7 Jan 2017
    3:32pm

    I was finally to open the site you mentioned to me today at work and read the very nice obituary on your precious Mom. I had not seen her in so many years and the picture I viewed….still showed the beautiful loving person I remembered….even after all those years. My husband, Murry adored both Billy and Bob and spoke of them often to me before his death. I am sure he and Bob were there to greet her….along side Murry’s Mother…Sister….as everyone called her. What a reunion it must have been.
    Do not grieve for your loss, she is Safe and in the Shepard’s Arms now.

Leave A Condolence

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Testimonials

R. Driver
Read More
"Excellent customer service, they made you feel like you were their only customer. Very helpful and explained what we should expect during the process. They basically took care of our needs during this time. They contacted DFW National Cemetery for us which made it a smooth experience. Definitely will use them again."
K. Barker
Read More
"I was amazed how professional the team at Aria Funeral Preston Dallas Texas are. They guided me through the process and my options of their services that they offered for my mother. They are compassionate, caring, calm, good listener, efficient and did an excellent job! Thank you!"
R. Woll
Read More
"If I could give 6 stars I would. Aria made a difficult easier to deal with by basically taking care of everything in an efficient but very empathetic manner. I can speak highly enough of Dusty Martin, who helped us with all of the planning and logistics. He was incredibly understanding and helpful."
Angel M.
Read More
"Nothing prepares you for the grief you go through when losing a child. I called this funeral home at 2:00 am broken and could barely talk. The amount of compassion and empathy they showed me immediately let me know I found the right place to cremate my son. I cannot thank them enough for their professionalism, SINCERE concern, and commitment to making sure my son was honored in the most respectful way. I hope this Funeral home values her as much as my family and I do."
McGee Family
Read More
"Wayne and Staff, thank you for taking care of the arrangements for our mom, Exter McGee and our dad, Philip McGee. You have been great to work with during such a difficult time."
Elledge Family
Elledge Family
Read More
"On behalf of my family, I wanted you to know how much we appreciate your handling of my husband's final arrangements. Wayne Baxter assisted & guided us through the entire process with such care & compassion. Don't know what we would have done without him! Sincerely, Colleen Elledge"
The Peterson Family
The Peterson FamilyYelp! Review - Northwest Highway 5-Stars
Read More
"I can’t say enough about how helpful and professional Dusty Martin, the funeral director at the Aria Cremation location on NW Highway has been. From my initial call, he was kind and informative. My friend died at home while on hospice and she was picked up in about an hour after receiving the call from the hospice nurse. The person who arrived to pick her up was also very professional/respectful and allowed us to take as much time with her as we wished. When I met with Dusty the next day about arrangements, he explained the process and options available without being pushy or trying to “sell” extras. Throughout the process, he kept me informed and, for example, was careful to be certain I understood the cost of the obituary I wanted and offered some options for reducing that cost if I wished. When I stopped by for another reason and started talking about some of the problems I was having with the pictures and media I hoped to use at a memorial lunch I was planning, he not only listened patiently but offered technology advice and let me use his personal media player. I have had experience arranging cremations for four others using two other local companies, and this experience with Dusty at Aria has been by far the best one I have had."
Paula Barnes
Paula BarnesGoogle Review
Read More
"My Daddy’s service and our family experience at Aria Northwest Highway was truly blessed. Funeral Director Dustin Martin is the kind of person that you would like to see on a more regular basis – but in his industry – you hope to not see him that often. That being said – THANK YOU DUSTIN for your unending kindness, compassion and friendship through the process. Meeting you and discussing Dallas History, Find A Grave and my Dad’s lifelong contributions to the great City of Dallas was simply wonderful! In memory of my dad James A. Dodd, Sr. – I want to personally thank you and let you know that you made everything better in that moment. Your calling to “Be There” is spot on. Aria has a one in a million guy in you! Bling Blinky of TEXAS Shout Out: God Bless You!!"
Previous
Next

Get In Touch

Locations

Immediate Attention

Contact Us

Preston Road

“George Bush at Preston”

Aria - Northwest Highway

“5 Miles East of Hillcrest Memorial Park / Lake Highlands”

Funeral Homes Irving Tx: Aria Cremation

“Belt Line Road at 183”

Fannin Memorial Gardens

Veterans Funeral Services

Darst Funeral Home

Search Obituaries

Search

Important Information

  1. If death has occurred and or is imminent, please call the Aria location nearest you.

    PRESTON ROAD
    214.306.6700

    NORTHWEST HIGHWAY
    214.340.8008

    BELTLINE ROAD
    972.607.4400

  2. Click here to Download the Cremation Forms.
  3. Have the cremation authorization form notarized
  4. Fax the forms back to us at:
    • NW Highway
      214-340-8009
    • Preston Rd.
      972-526-7410
    • Belt Line Rd.
      972-573-1008
 

Additional Information