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NEWS | Sept. 13, 2023

Gov. Justice issues statement on death of West Virginia National Guard member

West Virginia National Guard

U.S. Army Spc. Corey A. Moore, 25, a Soldier assigned to the 821st Engineer Construction Company, 1092nd Engineer Battalion, 111th Engineer Brigade, West Virginia Army National Guard (WVARNG), passed away following a motor vehicle accident on the afternoon of September 10, 2023. 

"Cathy and I are incredibly heartbroken at the loss of this brave young man,” West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice said. “We share our deepest sympathies and our heartfelt prayers to all of Spc. Moore's loved ones because this is a true tragedy beyond belief, especially to lose someone so young. Our National Guard members protect our state and our country, and put their lives on the line to keep us all safe. I ask all West Virginians to join Cathy and I in keeping Spc. Moore and his loved ones in their prayers."

Moore joined the WVARNG in 2018 and served as a utilities equipment repairer with the 821st Engineer Construction Company, headquartered in Summersville, West Virginia, throughout the entirety of his career. He was a native of Beckley, West Virginia and is survived by his mother, father and three siblings.

“Our entire One Guard family mourns the tragic loss of Corey, who was one of our state and nation’s finest,” West Virginia National Guard Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. Bill Crane, said. “This young man answered the solemn call to duty, and he represented himself, his family, and our Guard with honor throughout his career. Our hearts are with his fellow Soldiers of the 821st, and especially with his family and friends who knew him best and whose lives were immensely touched by his spirit and love. We will continue to honor his legacy and service in the West Virginia National Guard and ask that his family is kept in your prayers.” 

Moore's awards for his military service include the Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal and the West Virginia Service Medal. 

Gov. Justice expressed his condolences during his briefing on Sept. 13. 

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