Minnie Lee Moore made the journey into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, Sept. 10, at the age of 97. Born May 27, 1926, in the rural outskirts of Leakesville, Mississippi, she was one of five sisters and a brother. Her "mama" taught Minnie a love for southern cooking, a strong work ethic, the gift for serving others, and most importantly, family.

Upon graduating from high school, Minnie stole the heart of a Navy man, Adolph Nemec, whom she was married to for 32 years. They relocated from Pensacola, Florida, to Narka, Kansas, where his family resided. Shortly after, daughter, Donnetta, was born.

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