Virgil D. Moore

Virgil D. Moore, age 92 years, died January 11, 2024, in Des Moines, Iowa surrounded by family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.

Virgil was the son of Calvin Arthur Moore and Jennie Isabel Buttenhoff Moore. He was born in Green County, Iowa. Virgil graduated from Lincoln High School where he received a track scholarship. Virgil earned his law degree from Drake University and practiced law in Des Moines for over 50 years. He served in the US Army 82nd Airborne Division. He was well-known, liked, and respected among his peers and all who knew him.

Virgil is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Marilyn; daughter, Teresa (Jay); granddaughters, Madilyn and Isabelle; and son, Calvin.

He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and five sisters.

Virgil will be remembered as loving, helpful, empathetic, generous, and a man who strived to make the world a better place.

No services are planned.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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