Ali Kay Moore

Ali Kay Moore, “Ali Cat”, 34, passed away peacefully surrounded by loves ones on Monday, October 9th, 2023. Ali was born on February 14th, 1989 in Bend, OR to Daniel and Deana (Cardin) Moore. She completed their tight-knit family of four in the best ways, never leaving room for a dull moment. Her parents raised Ali and her sister without comparison, fostering a relationship between the two that was built to last anything that came their way. Ali was raised on the best cul-de-sac in town, a place where seven homes came together to teach each other about community, acceptance and how to have a good time. She made lasting memories and friends who became family over the years. Throughout her life, Ali consistently marched to the beat of her own drum. She was a strong willed, free spirit who radiated love and laughter. Always in search of adventure her life was full of exploring, using her imagination and having as much fun as she could with her family and friends. Ali loved all dogs, treating her own as her children over the years. She was a member of dog 4-H with her blue ribbon girl Maddy. She raised a litter of her puppies which sparked Ali's life long dream of living on a farm full of puppies. She loved a wide variety of music from a young age. After hearing stories of her mom playing the cello she was inspired to join orchestra and also learned to play the cello. Ali was not a big sports fan but was always ready to support the Beavers with her dad. Her favorite activities included eating sweets, taking bubble baths, listening to true crime podcasts, watching movies, getting wild with Parker and talking about Charlie. Her love of being in the water motived her to swim competitively for The Bend Swim Club from 2000-2004. Ali graduated from Mountain View High School in 2007. After graduation she moved to Missoula, where she started her journey in restaurant management. In her free time, she enjoyed getting lost in the woods, floating the river, midnight sledding and playing hard with Kaylee, many friends, roommates and co-workers who became her Montana family. Ali returned to Bend in 2016 to conquer her addiction. She regained her sobriety with tenacity and the support of her family, Charlie Bear, the Best Care staff (in Klamath Falls) and her counselors. In addition to the continued support she received from loved ones after treatment her dedication to living a sober life was essential to her happiness and success without relapse in recovery. Wendy’s became Ali’s home away from home as she was promoted to general manager. The encouragement and support she received from everyone she worked with was a crucial piece to her personal success and accomplishments. Ali met Isaac in 2021. They bonded over watching studio Ghibli movies and making a home together. They were beyond excited to find out they were expecting, welcoming their son Daniel to their family September 16th, 2023. Ali was incredibly dedicated to his care and so proud of how he excelled in the NICU. Saying daily that he was her greatest accomplishment. Ali is survived by her son Daniel, and partner Isaac, her parents, grandpa Dean (who passed May 2nd, 2024) and “Granny Kay” Cardin, Charlie Bear and nephew Parker, sister Kaylee and brother in-law Ben, her aunt’s and uncle’s Monty (Margie), Moore Vickie (Bill) Hopp, Angela (Jim) White, Tami (Rick) Vauble, Jeff (BethAnn) Cardin, Teresa Parfet, Jeni (Perry) Podrebarac, her cousins, Emma (Matt Triska) Moore, Kyle (Tiffany) Hopp, Derek (Kristin Stratton) Hopp, Carmen Moore, Christopher (Apryl) Tolstoy, Michael Hopp, Ryan (Alyssa) Vauble, Amanda (Zach) Roberts, Lakin (Joey) Winslow, Kenna Cardin, Cameron White, Emily White, Pierre Podrebarac, Jacob Podrebarac and their children Max, Emma, Willem, Miller, Maddison, Addy, Grayson, Henlee, Lanee, Jace, Adlee, Audrey and Ella. Along with a great number of chosen family and friends who touched her life over the years. She was preceded in death by her grandpa Jim and grandma "Bobo” Moore. Joe Mesarich, Jeff Carsten, Tom Krewson and Jim Lowen, all exceptional people who each had a positive influence on Ali through different stages in her life. Ali's goal to never “grow up” and her unique approach to life created some of the most memorable moments in all of our lives. Her spirit will live on in the lives she touched, the memories made and the stories we share. Join us for a celebration of Ali's life on June 15th, 2024 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at Open Space Events, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend OR 97701. Please wear something Ali style (comfy and bright colored) food and beverages will be served. Her family would love for you to send any photos you would like in the slide show and also a favorite memory or letter for Daniel to rememberalikay@gmail.com

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Ali Kay Moore

February 14, 1989 - October 9, 2023