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 an undergraduate and master’s 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 his son, James B. Moore, DDS; daughter-in-law, Chris; granddaughter, Morgan Moore, DPT; brother, Robert Moore; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service for James is tentatively being planned for July.
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