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Virgil Poore Obituary
Wilmington - Wilmington-Virgil Ray Poore, age 88, formerly of Bassett, VA passed away peacefully on Friday, January 4, 2019.
He was born in McCook, NE and was the son of the late Bessie (Carter) and Jay Poore. Virgil received his doctorate degree in Education from the University of Nebraska and was a proud Cornhusker. He proudly served his country in the USAF during the Korean War. Virgil started his career in education in 1954 and retired in 1995 as the Superintendent of Schools for Henry County, VA. He was a Rotarian and enjoyed boating.
His beloved wife of 55 years, Ruth (Murray) Poore died in 2006. Virgil is survived by his sister, Phyllis Alberts; 2 children, Kevin (Gloria) and Kristi Doughty (Stephen); grandchildren, Elizabeth Eng, Douglas Poore and Christopher Doughty and 4 great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be held at Richardson Park UMC, 11 N Maryland Ave, Wilmington, DE 19804 on Monday, January 7 from, 1 -2 pm, where a funeral service will follow at 2 pm. Burial will be held in Martinsville, VA.
For online condolences please visit:
www.mccreryandharra.com
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David Kirk
February 17, 2023
Dr. Poore was Superintendent of Henry County Public Schools (Virginia) and I worked with him in the central office of the administration building. I always found him to be a fine and caring individual whose wit, personality and administrative skills will be missed greatly.
January 6, 2019
I knew Virgil when he was the school superintendent in Montgomery County Virginia and later worked with him in Henry County. He was a fine and gentle man who cared deeply for the children he served. Our profession was enhanced through his efforts.
Dr. Wayne Worner, Professor and Dean Emeritus, College of Education, Virginia Tech
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