William R. Moore 81 of Springfield, VT passed away on Feb. 1st, 2022. He was born Mar.15,1940 in Springfield, VT to the late William H. and Marjorie (Hesselton) Moore.
He attended schools in N. Springfield and Springfield, VT and graduated from Springfield High School in 1958.
Bill enlisted in the United States Airforce and became an aircraft fuel specialist. After his service he returned to Springfield, VT and was employed by Johnson & Dix, J&L, Idlenot Dairy, Gurney Bro. Construction, Mackenzie Construction and Youngs Propane. After retirement, Bill went on to drive bus for First Student, volunteer driving for the blind, disabled and aging and shuttle bus driving for Okemo Mt.
He married Nancy Gurney Munroe on June 20, 1981.
He is survived by his wife Nancy and children: Diane (James) Daniels Springfield, VT. Pamela (Jason) Murray Middlebury, VT. Julie Bartlett Springfield, VT. Jeffrey (Amy) Moore Wasilla, AK. Susan Lamphere Woodsville, NH. Wayne (Elly) Munroe Charlestown, NH. Lorie (Jim) Moore Winchendon, MA. Janet Snow Old Orchard Beach ME. Grandchildren; Elijah Daniels, Amy Poole, Brittany Huntley, Felicia Persing, Ashley Clark, Kody Murray, Colton Murray, Gabrielle Shanks, Drew Hatt, Solieta Chey, Joshua Moore, Wyatt Moore, Christopher Lamphere, Catherine McLure, Amanda Emmerton, Kati Munroe, Michael Munroe, Melissa Moore, Julia Gagnon, Jennifer Vaughan, Jaimi Russell, Nikole Snow and 30 great grandchildren.
Bill was a bird enthusiast and all-around animal guy. He loved hunting, fishing, gardening flowers and just chatting. He had a big heart and will be greatly missed.
Services will be planned in the Spring. Davis Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Contributions may be made in Bill's memory to the Springfield Humane Society 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield, VT 05156.
Isaiah 40:31 But those who hope in the Lord shall renew their strength. They shall soar on wings like eagles; they shall run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint.
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Brent Veysey
Bill was a good friend growing up in Springfield. He was fun to be with and was truly a nice guy. I enjoyed talking with him at reunions. I am saddened by his passing. Condolences to his family. Brent Veysey
Judith Parker (Turmail)
From grade school on, Bill was always fun and one of the good guys indeed. His smile and welcoming greetings never changed. I am sorry Nancy. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Lila Chromec (Hemlin)
Sending thoughts and prayers to Bill's large family for their loss of Bill, father, husband, grampa. So difficult.