Obituary of Marianne Moore

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Marianne Moore

Marianne Moore (born November 15, 1887 in Kirkwood, Missouri) was a poet and writer who was best known for wit, irony, and use of symbolic verse. She was also known for her tricorn hat and cape. Marianne died on February 5, 1972 and her death was because of a series of strokes. She died at age 84.

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Marianne Moore Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Moore, Marianne
    • Common Name: Marianne Moore
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: Kirkwood, Missouri, United States
    • Birth Date: November 15, 1887
    • Age: 84 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Religion: Christian
    • Net Worth: $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Honey Nut Cheerios
    • Favorite Color: Gray
    • Favorite Scent: Este Lauder Pleasures
    • Favorite Actor: Elizabeth Taylor

    Marianne's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Marianne Craig Moore
    • Father: John Milton Moore (1858-1925)
    • Mother: Mary Warner Moore (1862-1947)
    • Brother(s):
      • John Warner Moore (1886-1974)
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: February 05 1972 at age 84
  • Place: New York City, New York, United States
  • Cause of Death: Stroke (series of strokes)
  • Interment: Cremated and ashes buried at Evergreen Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Category Tags:

PoetWriter American Born on November 15th Born in 1887 Born in Missouri Died in 1972 Died at age 84 Died from Stroke

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"Marianne Moore's life was one of poetic brilliance and steadfast dedication to her craft, leaving an indelible mark on the literary world even in death. (V)"

"Marianne Moore dedicated her entire professional life to poetry, garnering critical acclaim and numerous accolades for her unique style and wit, until her passing at the age of 84. (V)"

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