Mary Helen Moore

Mary Helen Moore, of Auburn, AL, passed away on June 2, 2025. She enjoyed a life focused on family, friendships, and giving back to Auburn University.  

Born on August 16, 1961, in Knoxville, TN, Mary was the daughter of Harry Manson and Linda Manson. Mary graduate from Farragut High School in Farragut, TN in 1979. She enrolled in Auburn University that fall, where she was a member of Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. She graduated in August of 1983 with a degree in Civil Engineering and earned her master’s degree in civil engineering in 1991.

Upon graduating from Auburn University, Mary joined the US Army Corps of Engineers in the Mobile District. Mary served in various roles and cities over her almost 40-year career including Cape Canaveral, FL; Resident Engineer in Montgomery, AL; Resident Engineer in Dothan, AL; and Chief Contract Administration Branch in Mobile, AL.

Mary was a strong supporter of Auburn University, rooting on her tigers and giving back to the college of engineering. For over 10 years, Mary was involved in the recruitment of women into the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, being a founding member of the 100+ Women Strong organization. In that time, she not only served as a mentee to incoming students, but also served on the executive committee. Through her time with the USACE and involvement with Auburn University, Mary forged many strong friendships and touched the lives of those she met.

Mary was preceded in death by her mother, Linda Mason. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, John Moore; her son, Michael Moore living in Atlanta, GA; her father, Harry Manson of Knoxville, TN; brother, Stuart Manson (Donna) of Montgomery, AL.

A Memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, June 7, 2025, 2pm, at the Founder’s Chapel at Auburn United Methodist Church, in downtown Auburn, AL. The family will host visitation starting at 1pm. Dr. Cory Smith will officiate the ceremony.