Tatiana R. Moore

Tatiana R. Moore, 22, of Wheatfield, New York, Wednesday, July 8, 2020 Tatiana Rose Moore passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 after a courageous and lengthy battle with complications due to covid. She died peacefully surrounded by many family and friends. Tatiana was born in Nashville, Tennessee on June 24, 1998 to James Moore and Lori Salvatore. Tatiana is a graduate of Niagara Wheatfield High School and NCCC, where she earned her Associates Degree. She was proudly accepted into Buffalo State College where she aspired to become a social worker. Tatiana was the Director at the YWCA before and after school program at Thomas Edison Elementary School. She left a forever imprint on the hearts of these children. She also provided respite care at Heritage Christian Services for young adults with various disabilities, as well as working at their Club Adventure program where she taught them various life skills. Tatiana found her true passion when she joined In Good Company Productions. Not only did she perform in several of their musicals, she formed strong bonds with other cast members who eventually became her second family. Tatiana had a bigger heart than most and was willing to assist anyone in need. She was a kind and caring soul and those who got to experience it were truly blessed. She will always be remembered for being a second mother to her adored sister Madelyn and cherished the time she spent with all of her cousins. Tatiana was predeceased by her beloved father, James W. Moore, her paternal grandparents James E. and Minnie Pearl Moore. Tatiana is survived by her mother Lori Salvatore, sister Madelyn Moore, and granddaughter of Andrew and Paula Salvatore, her loving Godparents Rose Salvatore and the late Barbara Crisman, her lifelong best friend since preschool, Jenna Lucas, and her four-legged best friend Sophie. Also survived by many dear aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to In Good Company Productions at PO Box 25, Tonawanda, New York 14150. Friends may call Tuesday from 4-8 pm at the Wattengel Funeral Home, 533 Meadow Drive, North Tonawanda, New York. Face masks and social distancing required. Due to current occupancy limitations you may experience a delay in entering the building. The immediate family will hold a private service for Tatiana at 3pm prior to the viewing. You may partake in this ceremony via the facebook live at the Wattengel Funeral Home’s facebook page. www.wattengel.com

Tatiana R. Moore

June 24, 1998 - July 8, 2020