Mike and Mary Moore, who recently adopted a 12-year-old daughter, were tragically killed in a shooting incident at a tow company in Tulsa. The event occurred several months after they welcomed their daughter into their family. Staff at Catoosa First Church confirmed the identities of the couple to 2 News Oklahoma, highlighting the community’s shock and sorrow over this devastating loss.
They finalized the adoption of their 12-year-old daughter earlier this year. “Catoosa First is organizing this fundraiser for Mike and Mary Moore’s 12-year-old daughter after an unthinkable tragedy.
The church said that Mike and Mary were beloved members of its community and were known for helping and serving others. Earlier this year, they finalized the adoption of their daughter, making this devastating loss even more heartbreaking for everyone who knew and loved them,” says the fundraiser. Staff at Catoosa First Church shared a statement on behalf of the Moore family, saying, “Our family is deeply grateful for the tremendous care, prayers, love and support we have received during this incredibly difficult time. We are thankful to our community, first responders, law enforcement, friends, and all those who have reached out to us as we grieve this devastating loss. We kindly ask the media and public to respect our privacy and to give us the space we need to mourn together. We appreciate your continued prayers and understanding. They were some of the most loving and caring people, always looking for ways to help others and serve those around them. It adds, “This fundraiser is being created to help with funeral costs and to provide ongoing support for their daughter as she faces the days ahead without her parents. In the middle of this sudden and painful loss, our church hopes to surround her with as much care and stability as possible. Any support, whether through a donation or by sharing this fundraiser, will mean so much. Please keep Mike and Mary Moore’s daughter and family in your prayers and consider helping her during this incredibly difficult time.”
Mike and Mary, a beloved couple in their church community, were tragically murdered today.
