James D. Moore
Obituaries
Daily Sentinel page 4D - August 9, 2020
James D. Moore was born on
November 25, 1923, in Paris,
Missouri. He spent his childhood
there, and in Shelbina, Missouri.
After graduating from high
school, he moved to Columbia,
Missouri to attend the University
of Missouri, and received
bachelor’s and master’s degrees
in chemical engineering. He
also served during WWII as a
merchant marine.
While in school, he was introduced to Mildred Baker, whom
he married on November 24, 1948. They celebrated 56 years of
marriage.
James was employed by the Anaconda Company and Vitro
Chemical Company, where he supervised the processing of uranium
and copper.
He was a member of AICHE, Kiwanis, and the Shriners. He also
enjoyed hunting birds, skiing, fishing, golf, and the Rockies.
James and Mildred traveled worldwide, and lived in several places
including Salt Lake City, Utah, Tucson, Arizona, Tehran, Iran, and
eventually retired in Grand Junction. Sadly, Mildred passed away
on December 27, 2004.
James is survived by son, James B. Moore, DDS; daughter-in-law,
Christina; granddaughter, Morgan Moore, DPT; brother, Robert
Moore, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will take place Friday, August 14, at 11:00
a.m. at Martin Mortuary. Please RSVP to Martin Mortuary as
seating is limited to 50 people due to Covid 19 restrictions. Masks
will be required.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Golden K
Kiwanis Club at P.O. Box 1377, Grand Junction, CO 81502.