Remembering Bobby Moore, abstract artist, storyteller, longtime cab driver
Briefly

Robert Alan Moore, known as Bobby, died at 88 in Berkeley. He was born in New Jersey and developed a love for jazz through his brother. In the early '60s, he moved to San Francisco, eventually settling in Berkeley. He studied art at San Francisco State, focusing on geometric abstraction. Moore worked as a cab driver for over 50 years, known for his city knowledge and camaraderie with fellow drivers. His family plans to share his artwork, which remains largely unseen, reflecting his creative spirit and lifetime experiences.
Bobby Moore, an artist, philosopher, storyteller, and longtime San Francisco cab driver, died in Berkeley on May 21 at the age of 88, leaving behind a rich legacy.
Born in Westfield, New Jersey, Bobby's passion for music and storytelling was ignited in his youth by his brother, a jazz drummer, taking him to iconic New York bars.
After moving to San Francisco in the early '60s, he settled in Berkeley, where he pursued art studies and worked as a cab driver for over 50 years.
Bobby's art focused on geometric abstraction and color theory, with his family planning to publish and share his works that have yet to gain public recognition.
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