Irving Moore was born May 10, 1914 in Evanston, WY and died June 1, 1985 at his winter home in Santa Clara, UT at age 71.
In 1942 he married Naomi Wainwright and together they had three sons, Dennis, Terry and Sean. In 1943 Mr. Moore joined the United States Army and served as a Warrant Officer. After WWII he returned to Utah State University and obtained his Bachelors and Masters Degrees. In 1950 he started teaching in the History department at East High School and continued until his retirement in 1979. He made history come alive for his students.
He enjoyed raising horses and running his ranch in Summit County, Utah.
Burial: Coalville, Utah Cemetery.
Robert L Sorbonne
I hated history before I had the privilege of taking a class from Mr. Moore. He changed history from memorizing stupid names and dates to the struggles, conflicts & personalities of interesting people who shaped history by their actions. I'm no "student of history" but I still enjoy reading history thanks to Mr. Moore. Ms. Bowman, Mr. Iverson and Mr. Moore are the three teachers who had profound and lasting effects on my life.
Teri Mecham
I always loved history, and then I got to have this fabulous man as a history teacher. My love turned into something so far beyond. His class became my sanctuary, I think. I could hardly wait for history class, and wanted it to be longer. And in addition to sharing his love of, and passion for history, he was always so calm and peaceful, and so kind. I really needed that. And my love for history endures. Thanks, Mr. M!!