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Michael Moores Obituary
sleep on May 17, 2024, in Yuba City, CA.
Michael is survived by his two sons, Lance and Brian; brother, Terry; and a granddaughter, Grace.
His parents were Judson and Vesta Moores. He had two brothers, Terry and Tim. He was married to Mary Beth Leroy, Roberta Stapley and Carole Moores.
Michael had a passion for teaching. He valued the experience of teaching and developed long lasting friendships with many students throughout his long teaching career.
He enjoyed fishing, music, abalone diving, photography, golf, and gardening.
Michael lived in California until the 5th grade, at which point he moved to Ashland, OR, and spent a wonderful childhood there through his Junior year.
He played several sports, was elected class President as a freshman and then later elected to student body President his junior year. He moved to Redding, CA, as a senior.
After high school, Michael joined the Air Force and served from 1956 to 1960. After serving in the Air Force he attended Shasta Junior College and then Chico State University, where he earned his teaching credential and a Masters degree in Biology in 1966.
In 1966, Michael began teaching at Yuba City High School. He taught there, wrote two science textbooks that were used in schools, he became a mentor and also a UC Davis professor and taught at workshops all over the US. He retired from teaching in 2001.
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Tom Yelin, Oregon City, OR
July 7, 2024
Tom Yelin, Oregon City, OR
July 7, 2024
Tom Yelin, Oregon City, OR
July 7, 2024
I had the extraordinary good fortune to have Mike for freshman physical science and sophomore biology in the 1970 and 1971 school years. As others have indicated he was an inspired and masterful teacher, who treated his students with respect. He was also a team player and collaborated with his colleagues in the YCHS science department. I continued by education at UC Berkeley and the University of Washington and enjoyed a 36 year career with the U.S. Geological Survey in Seattle. I am deeply grateful that Mike was my beloved mentor. For many years after I moved to Berkeley then Seattle, I kept in touch with Mike. I extend my most sincere condolences to his family and friends. I shall hold him always in my heart.
Peter Hall
June 2, 2024
Mike was one of the finest teachers I knew. I had him when I was a student at YCHS and later worked with him there as well. He will be greatly missed.
Holly Earl
May 31, 2024
Oh Mr. Moores you were one of the best! You treated your students with respect and therefore was a favorite to many. I am sure you will get many to "Look" up in heaven. Those who know well they know . You were one of my favorites for sure . Thoughts and prayers with Lance and Brian .
Juley Welch
May 31, 2024
I´m so sorry to see this. Mike was a very dear friend and one of the BEST teachers in the business. He was what they call "a natural." I was so fortunate to have spent a summer down at UC Davis with Mike and Wendell Potter a physics professor as they trained us (elementary/middle school science teachers) in a fabulous method of connecting science to our students. Our students LOVED the program! It consisted of a protest to see what the students already knew then led them through a series of hands on activities followed by a post test which the students pretty much aced. The kids knew that learning had taken place and loved science. It was truly the Golden Age of science at Gray Avenue. Mike left a wonderful legacy.
Michael Gaston
May 31, 2024
I came to YCHS 3 years after Mike did. We taught in different departments but became acquainted with Mike. Mike was a great teacher and pleasant person to be around. I enjoyed knowing him and know many will miss him.
Patty Cook
May 31, 2024
Mr.Moore was my favorite teacher! I clearly remember freshman science and his encouragement to go on to AP Biology back in 1969/70. He was a great teacher and friend!
He will always be remembered and missed!
My condolences to all of the family!
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