Michael D Moore

Michael D. Moore, 74, of Ballwin, passed away January 1st 2026 at home. He was the kind of man who made life feel steadier just by being in the room. A devoted husband, loving father, and loyal friend, Michael passed away leaving behind a family that was the very center of his world.

Born November 16, 1951 in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Joan (Pinion) Moore. He was later adopted by his stepfather, the late Benjamin Moore. Much of his childhood was spent in Barnesville, Georgia with his grandmother, the late Martha (Ware) Edge. 

Above all else, Michael’s heart belonged to his family. A devoted husband to his wife, Vicki, whom he shared 45 years with was constant, steady, and unmistakable. They met in 1978 at Peaches Records in Dallas Texas, where they both worked, and married in September of 1980. His role as husband and father was not just something he carried, it was who he was. Together they raised 3 children, Amanda, Lisa (Jacob) Detering, and Jonathan, whom he loved so much. Nothing gave him as much joy as his 3 grandsons, though. Luka and Elliott Detering and Evan Moore were the great loves of his life.

Western movies and music were another of Michael’s great passions. Music filled his home, his car, and every gathering with a soundtrack of memories, from quiet moments to loud laughter. He had a deep appreciation for songs that told stories, and in many ways, his own life did the same. As a teenager and young adult, he was drummer of the band Infiniti. Playing drums took him to New York City to play with Robert Gordon all the way to California and back to Texas. He got a job at Peaches Records in 1978, and later became the district manager of Sound Warehouse. After that, he worked in sales, and retired in 2014. After retiring, he took care of Luka and Elliott during the day, never saying no to an opportunity to babysit. In recent days, he helped care for Evan. He helped facilitate the adoption of Evan to Bill and Cindy Peters of Chesterfield, and throughout the process came to love them like family.

Some of the most cherished memories of Michael were made outdoors, especially on the golf course with his son Jonny. Weekend after weekend, he could be found walking the fairways, sharing laughs, advice, and competition with those he loved most. Those rounds of golf were never just about the game, they were about time together.

Michael also had a gentle, patient way of building traditions. He spent countless afternoons in the yard teaching his son how to throw, catch, and hit a baseball, never rushing a single moment. He made learning fun, turning every lesson into a memory that will last a lifetime. Inside the house, another ritual unfolded: opening baseball cards together, pack by pack, sharing the excitement of every new find. That carried on into the later years of his life, with his grandsons, Luka and Elliott. Those small moments became some of the biggest treasures. These traditions spoke to his love languages: gift-giving and acts of service. He cherished the joy of giving, and would even stand in line at Barnes and Noble bookstore until midnight on a Harry Potter release night so his daughter, Lisa, could experience the magic on the very first day.

He is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, daughter Amanda Moore and sister Ginger Moore.He is survived by his wife, Vicki (Rohrbaugh) Moore, daughter, Lisa (Jacob) Detering, son, Jonathan Moore, sisters, Sharon Kvapil and Janet Falotico, grandsons Luka and Elliott Detering and Evan Moore, nieces Haley Kvapil and Casey Falotico, nephew Madison Kvapil, and numerous family and friends. 

Michael’s legacy is one of devotion, patience, music, and love. He leaves behind not only memories, but a way of living that will continue through everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

He will be deeply missed, always remembered, and forever loved.

Services:  Memorial Visitation at Fellowship of Wildwood, 17770 Mueller Road, Glencoe, Friday, January 9, 2026 from 4:30 until 6:30 p.m. Memorial Service to follow at 6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis. Friends may sign the family’s on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.