Elizabeth "Liz" C.

Moore

Elizabeth “Liz” C. Moore 

Of Anna, Illinois, formerly of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at St. Joseph Medical Center at the age of 99 years.

Liz is survived by her loving nieces Regina (Angelo) Fuse and Margaret (the late Jeffrey) Wojnarowski. Her great-nieces Maria (Kevin) O’Keefe and Rachele Raygor and her great-nephews Vincent (Lana) D’Apriele and John Wojnarowski. Also survived by several great-great-nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her beloved husband William E. Moore (2010), her sisters Mary Agnes Ciuffini (2009) and Virginia “Ginger” (the late Teany) D’Apriele, her brother Carl Paul Ciuffini (2012) and her parents Albino and Margarita (nee DiDomenico) Ciuffini.

Born on July 11, 1927, in Joliet, Liz experienced both hardship and resilience early in life. Following the passing of her mother when Liz was just ten months old, she was placed in the care of Guardian Angels Orphans Home, where she spent her childhood until the age of twelve.

As a young woman, Liz moved to Chicago, where she began her working years as a parking lot attendant. With a strong work ethic and a natural ability for numbers, she later established a career as a bookkeeper, working for various Chicago businesses for more than 25 years.

In 1968, Liz married the love of her life, William E. Moore, at the historic Little Brown Church in the Vale in Nashua, Iowa. The couple later solemnized their marriage vows at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Anna, Illinois, where Liz remained a devoted parishioner.

Liz found great enjoyment in life's simple pleasures and especially treasured the friendships she made along the way. An accomplished and enthusiastic quilter, she was a cherished member of the Quilting Bees, where she earned the affectionate title of “Queen Bee.” Her love of quilting reflected her patience, creativity, and appreciation for the time spent in the company of good friends. She also enjoyed working on jigsaw puzzles, fishing, and exploring the natural beauty of Southern Illinois through hiking. Throughout her remarkable 99 years, Liz witnessed tremendous changes in the world, yet found lasting happiness in her family, friendships, faith, and the activities she loved.

Visitation will be held at the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home & Crematory, 2320 Black Rd., Wednesday, November 18, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. until services at 7:30 p.m.