IN MEMORIAM Honorable Louis Moore, Jr. June 13, 1947 to December 16, 2024 United States Magistrate Judge May 20, 1985 to June 13, 2012 The judges of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana sadly announce the death of retired U.S. Magistrate Judge Louis Moore, who served the Court as a magistrate judge for 27 years. Before taking the bench, he enjoyed a career in public service as a prosecutor on both the state and federal levels and on the federal level as a public defender. Admired for his patient, humble demeanor as a judge, he was also recognized for his booming voice and speaking cadence that filled courtrooms and persuaded juries during his career as a lawyer.   A native of Bogalusa, La., Judge Moore received his bachelor’s and law degrees from Southern University A & M.  He began his legal career in 1973 as a prosecutor in the Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office. When John Volz left that office to become the Federal Public Defender in the Eastern District of Louisiana, he hand-picked Moore to join him in practicing in federal court. In 1978, Judge Moore joined the U.S. Attorney’s Office, rising to become chief deputy of the criminal division.  He was appointed a magistrate judge on May 20, 1985, and retired on June 13, 2012.   “It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to our esteemed colleague, Judge Louie Moore,” said Chief Judge Nannette Jolivette Brown. “He was well known for his kind temperament, collegial personality and willingness to guide and teach others. He will be sorely missed.” Judge Lance Africk remembered Moore as “a wonderful human being and a cherished colleague” at both the Court and the U.S. Attorney’s Office. “I learned a great deal from him, and I  am grateful for the opportunity I had to work with him,” he said. “I cannot recollect ever hearing a harsh word about Louis. We will miss him.” Judge Ivan Lemelle recalled defending cases that Moore prosecuted and praised Judge Moore as a “teaching judge” who showed great compassion. “He was a true friend, dedicated colleague, and an eloquent orator,” he said. Magistrate Judge Karen Wells Roby described Judge Moore as a “truly kind and decent person” who was particularly generous with his time when she was first appointed to the bench. “Affectionately, I called him the ‘Professor,’” she said.    Following his retirement, he devoted his time to his family and to church activities, and was known for his rich baritone singing voice. Judge Moore is survived by his wife, Earlean, their two children, and grandchildren who live in Baton Rouge, La. Funeral arrangements are pending.