ROCKY MOUNT, MO (FORMERLY OF KENOSHA) – Danny A. Moore, 76, passed away at MU Health in Columbia, MO on September 30, 2024, with his loving wife Joy by his side.

He was born in Reedsburg, WI on July 18, 1948, the son of the late Fred and Julia (nee Mallo) Moore, Sr. He grew up in Kenosha, graduating from Tremper High School class of 1966.

Danny proudly served his country with the US Air Force from 1970-72.

He was employed by Anchor Glass and retired from ATC Leasing in 2013. After his retirement he moved to Lake of the Ozarks.

His first wife, Joyce Mae (nee Kaiser) Moore passed away in 1986. He married Joy (nee Van Harpen) on January 22, 1988.

Danny was an avid fisherman, swimmer, and boater. He was a proud member of Faithbridge United Methodist Church in Osage Beach, MO; where he looked forward to his Thursday afternoon men's group. He also enjoyed cheering for the Packers and Brewers. However, he was happiest being in the company of family, friends and hosting many gatherings at their home in the Lake of the Ozarks.

In addition to his loving wife, Joy, Danny is survived by his children, Danny (Rebecca) Moore, Jr. and Kenny (Rhonda) Moore; Danny embraced Joy's children as his own, Carrie (fiancé, Eric Rhinerson) Taft and Corey (Jill) Taft. Danny's grandchildren, Zachary Moore, Danielle Moore, Samantha Moore, Zak Wicklund (Alexis Ransom), and Trenton Taft (Katie Cunningham); his great grandchildren, Kaylee, Bradley, Finnley, and Lennon. In addition to many loving nieces and nephews and fur babies Murphy and Bailey. His family extends a special thank you to his loving niece Chris (Jim) Thiele, brother-in-law Jim Hastings along with many members on the Faithbridge community.

In addition to his parents and first wife, Danny was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Fred Moore, Jr., Mary Nelson, Betty Statema, and Steven Moore; and by his sisters-in-law, Jane Hastings, Jill Hiestand, Susan Rosasco, and Katie Allegato.

Family and friends are invited to meet at the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Saturday, October 12, 2024, for a visitation from 9:00 am – 11:00 am. A service honoring and celebrating his life will take place at 11:00 am. His interment will follow at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to Faithbridge United Methodist Church (901 Hwy 42 Osage Beach, MO 65065)

Attendees should feel free to wear Packers or Brewers attire in Danny's spirit.

Service Details

F amily and friends are invited to meet at the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Saturday, October 12, 2024, for a visitation from 9:00 am – 11:00 am.

A service honoring and celebrating his life will take place at 11:00 am. His interment will follow at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park with Military Honors.

Attendees should feel free to wear Packers or Brewers attire in in Danny's spirit.