Preston Bryan Moore

February 18, 1968 - January 15, 2022

Preston Bryan Moore, age 53 of Lewes, DE, passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2022, at Einstein Medical Center, in Philadelphia, PA. He was born on February 18, 1968, in Lewes, son of Bonnie Anne (Moskey) and the late Paul B. Moore, Jr. Mr. Moore was a graduate of Cape Henlopen High School, Class of 1986. He built a lifelong career as a master mechanic, lending his expertise to such companies as Melvin Joseph Construction, Best Equipment, Howard Ritter and Sons, and Coastal Towing. Mr. Moore was the owner and operator of Heavy Duty Hauling for several years, as well. He loved building trucks and going to truck shows, and he had a true affection for old trucks, because they were “built right,” and “not made of plastic” like the ones today. Mr. Moore was a model train aficionado, with a particular bias towards Lionel Trains. He was a faithful member of The Gathering of Milford, DE, and will be remembered for his sense of humor, jokes, and the tendency to pull pranks. Above all, Mr. Moore cherished time spent with those he held most dear. He was a loving and devoted father, son, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Loved by many, he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. In addition to his mother, Mr. Moore is survived by his children: Paul Moore and Justin Moore, both of Georgetown, DE; his daughter, Julie Moore of Millsboro, DE; his stepson, Kevin Taylor (Elizabeth) of Laurel, DE; his stepgrandchildren: Mason and Dawson; his brothers: Charles Moore (Lynn) of Lewes, DE, Randy Hillegas (Barbara) of Mann’s Choice, PA and Lynn Hillegas, of Garrett, PA; his sister, Kelly Hillegas of Buffalo Mills, PA; his many nieces, nephews, and dear friends; and his loyal canine companion, Sadie. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at 11:00 AM, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE, where friends may call beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will be private. All are invited to join the service via live stream by visiting http://www.parsellfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/permalink/10326658/LTWebcast Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, masks and social distancing are required by all attending the services. Please sign the virtual guestbook located on the tribute page.