James Adrian Moore Jr., age 81, of O'Neill, passed away Sunday, Feb. 12, 2006, after residing at Beverly Healthcare for l7 years.

Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2046, at St, Patrick's Catholic Chrch in O'Neill. Rev. Francis Nigli officiated the service. Music was provided by soloist, Marvin Ziska acccompanied by Paula Havranak, pianist.

Pallhbearers were Jimmy Peter, Joshua Peter, Robert Peter, Matthew Peter, Michael McCain, Adam McCain and Jesse Moore.

Interment was in the Calvary Cemetery in O'Neill.

Biglin's Mortuary, Inc. of O'Neill was in charge of arrangements. James was born April 30, 1924, in O'Neill, to James Adrian Moore and Julia Mary (Mandevklle) Moore. He attended St. Mary's School. After school he worked 40 years in the sale barn at O'Neill, Atkinson and Ewing, and 15 years for the Dr. Pepper Bottling Company.

He lived on a small farm south on First Street in O'Neill. He loved animals, especially small animals. James never married.

James is survived by three nieces; one nephew; 21 great-nieces and nephews; and 28 great-great-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by brothers, Robert and William; sister Rita; two great-great-nephews; and one great-great-niece.