William Adger Moffett

WILLIAM ADGER MOFFETT William (Bill) A. Moffett, age 80, surrounded by his family and dogs, passed away peacefully at his home in Santa Fe, NM on Sunday, April 27. Bill was born in Washington DC on April 6th, 1934 to Janet and George Moffett. Bill spent his early years in California and New Mexico. Bill graduated high school in 1952 from the New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell, New Mexico and then attended the University of Oklahoma, graduating in 1956 with a degree in Petroleum Engineering. Bill worked for Exxon Oil Company for over 30 years where he was an executive. Bill worked overseas in Venezuela, Australia, England, Columbia and Indonesia. Bill retired from Exxon in 1987 and returned to Santa Fe, New Mexico. Bill will best be remembered as a wonderful husband, father and friend. In particular, Bill was passionate about giving back to the Santa Fe community. For over 25 years, Bill was active in many charities including the Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society, SCORE, the United Way of Santa Fe and New Vista. Bill was devoted to helping others throughout his life. Bill is survived by his wife Janet Moffett, daughter Janet Dressel of Santa Fe, his son Mitch Moffett of Golden, CO and 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held in the future to celebrate Bill's life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society or the United Way of Santa Fe.