Moonie was born on November 28, 1930 in Tabaquite, Trinidad to Jaglal and Sonia (Jankie) Boodram. On July 15, 1951, she married Goberdhan Gokool. They raised four sons; Dev, Robin, Jim, and Surindra, and three daughters; Tara, Lolly, and Lisa.
Moonie had a passion for caring for her family, making sure every person who stepped into her house was warm, comfortable, and filled with a delicious meal. She was also a talented seamstress and an avid Phoenix Suns fan. She was known for her quick wit, generosity, and her kind spirit.
Moonie was preceded in death by Goberdhan and her son, Robin. She is survived by her six children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and her sisters and brothers.