Stacy Grace-Moore

Amazing Grace

Stacy Edwina Grace-Moore, 67, a faithful Christian, devoted wife, and accomplished public servant, was called to receive her angel wings on November 29, 2025, after a long courageous 15 year battle with cancer. Her soul mate and husband, Keith Moore, was by her side as she transitioned.

Born in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Stacy was the daughter of the late Jean E. Grace and the late Edward J. Wall. Stacy was one of three students of color chosen to attend Friends Academy in North Dartmouth, MA for middle and in 1976 she graduated from New Bedford High School. She then moved to Boston, MA, where she attended college. After graduation, Stacy got the opportunity to attend the FAA Academy for intense training in Oklahoma City.

Stacy lived a life dedicated to service and success. She enjoyed a distinguished career, first as a Federal Air Marshal traveling the world, often on dangerous assignments. She was promoted to Asst. Federal Security Director and was implemental in carrying out the plans & decisions regarding the 9/11 attacks on Washington DC. In 2015, she retired from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security FAA as the Director of TSA after 35 years of service. In this role, she was instrumental in building the department, an accomplishment she was deeply proud of. Outside of her career, Stacy was an amazing cook, avid reader, former bodybuilder, and so much more to those who were fortunate enough to know her.

Stacy was an active and cherished member of Alfred Street Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Howard John Wesley, where she participated in Disciple Group #11, as well as the Marriage Ministry and the Cancer Ministry.

In May 2009 in a private ceremony in St. Lucia, she married the love of her life, Keith. After over 16 years together, Stacy and Keith enjoyed their very own fairytale love story that he will cherish forever.

Stacy leaves a beautiful legacy, celebrated by her beloved husband; her step-children, Keisha Sullivan (Kevin) and Kiana Moore; her grandchildren, Karter and Kinsley Sullivan. She is also survived by her like a sister, cousin Gina Boggs (Troy), cousin Marcus Christopher, step-brother Dennis Duarte (Jeani), aunts, Marlene Tavares and Pauline Christopher (Maurice), uncle Charles Manuel Grace; Godchildren, Bryce and Breia Boggs, Bryony and Breanna Jackson, Bishop Sanders and her sister-in-law Karen Williams (Andre), niece and nephews; Shaunese, Keishaun and Dashaun Williams.

Stacy was well loved and will also be deeply missed by a host of special friends, co-workers and loved ones. Her life was a true reflection of God’s Amazing Grace.