David "Dave" Moore

1929 - 2021

David "Shirey" Moore, "Papa" passed away peacefully with his family at his side on December 6, 2021. Born March 16, 1929 the son of the late David L. and Dorothy Shirey Moore. He grew up in Glastonbury and graduated from GHS in 1947 and joined the US Navy. He met the love of his life, June (Bergstrom) on the CT shore in 1944. Before being stationed in Morocco in 1951 he married June. Shortly thereafter, June joined him in Rabat, Morocco. They returned to Glastonbury in Feb, 1953 with their newborn daughter, Laura. Settling in the East Glastonbury area they welcomed three more children Mike, Susan and Jane. David joined SNETCO where he remained until his 1985 retirement. After retirement, Dave and June traveled extensively throughout the USA. They settled in Venice, FL for their winter home. This allowed Dave, who was very active in softball, to continue playing until the age of 85. He was on the winning Senior National Champion World Series team for three consecutive years. David had a passion for the White Mountains that was contagious and eventually he had an entourage of hikers which grew from family to friends. He continued to hike until his late 80's exploring and preserving the White Mts. He completed the Appalachian Trail from Maine to Georgia. He completed the VT Long Trail and New England 4,000 footers. He was a life member of the AMC. He maintained trails throughout CT and NH. He blazed trails behind his home known as the "Papalachian Trails". A devoted fan of Lottie's Country Kitchen he was humbled when they bestowed him a booth known as "Moore's Corner". He loved to collect postcards and paraphernalia from the White Mts and Glastonbury. Dave was a people person, loved to socialize and would talk to anyone. He followed the mantra meet a stranger, leave with a friend. He held the Glastonbury Fire Dept close to his heart joining as a young man and GFD remained a special place to him for life. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 70 years, June and four children: Laura Gutt (Daniel) of Marlborough; Michael Moore (Karen) of San Diego, CA; Susan Fuchs (Frank) of Windsor and Jane DiMaggio (Mike) of Canterbury, NH. Eight devoted grandchildren: Matt and Andrew Gutt; Jennifer, Shirey, Dave and Mike Moore; Abi and Zac Brown along with two great grandchildren, Torrey and Ryder. Dave also leaves precious nieces, nephews and numerous friends. He was predeceased by his sister, Mitzi Moore Spencer. The family would like to express their deepest appreciation to Masonicare Hospice, Meghan, Sue and Donna along with his loving caregivers, Mariya and Maria for their extraordinary care and compassion. The family is planning a "Celebration of Life" in the Spring, 2022 with details forthcoming. Memorial donations may be made to: Glastonbury Fire Dept Co. 4 c/o Mike Kravontka 21 Hope Lane Glastonbury, CT 06033 or Appalachian Trail Conservancy: donate.appalachiantrail.org