Robert Moore Obituary

Robert Arle Moore, 93, passed away on April 10, 2025, in Davenport, Florida. Born on June 17, 1931, in Houlka, Mississippi, Bob lived a life marked by dedication to his country, intellectual achievement, and personal perseverance.

Bob earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Southern California and devoted the majority of his professional life to National Defense. His distinguished career included roles within the U.S. Department of Defense and later as a consultant to major companies in the defense industry.

Notably, he served as Deputy Undersecretary at the Department of Defense. He also served as Deputy Director and subsequently, Director, Tactical Technology Office, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, (DARPA). His contributions are recognized in the book "The Imagineers of War: The Untold Story of DARPA, the Pentagon Agency That Changed the World" by Sharon Weinberger.

He was awarded the Secretary of Defense Meritorious Civilian Service Medal by Secretary Harold Brown for exceptionally meritorious service as Deputy Director and subsequently, Director, Tactical Technology Office, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). President Carter awarded him the rank of "Meritorious Executive in the Senior Executive Service" for sustained superior accomplishment in management of programs of the United States Government and for noteworthy achievement of quality and efficiency in the Pubic Service.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Bob embraced personal challenges with vigor. At age 75, he began running and completed ten marathons between the ages of 75 and 82. He also enjoyed playing tennis and remained physically active well into his later years.

Bob is survived by his beloved wife, Joyce Yawn Moore; his children Michael Todd Moore, Patti Bridget Moore, Suzanne Ruth Moore, and Robert Loren Moore; his grandchildren Jessie Alanis, Heidi Moore, and Lauren Moore; and great-grandchildren Kailani Hinojosa, Caeden Hinojosa, Arden Alanis, Adam Moore, and Abigail Moore. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hazel Ruth McKnight and David Arle Moore.

Services were private. Family has respectfully asked that there be no flowers.

A man who combined intellectual rigor with physical endurance and deep patriotism, Bob leaves behind a legacy of service and strength. May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him.