Founder of Milwaukie-based Bob’s Red Mill dies at 94

MILWAUKIE Ore. (KPTV) - The founder of Milwaukie-based health food business Bob’s Red Mill died Saturday, according to a company spokesperson.

Bob Moore was 94 years old when he died at home.

Moore formed Bob’s Red Mill in 1978 and served the Portland area, according to the spokesperson.

“Bob founded Bob’s Red Mill four decades ago with a mission to inspire joy with wholesome foods to customers around the world,” the spokesperson said.

Company CEO Trey Winthrop said Moore’s legacy was infused into the Bob’s Red Mill brand.

“He did everything in his power to leave us on a strong path forward,” Winthrop said. “All of us feel responsible and motivated to preserve his old-world approach to unprocessed foods; his commitment to pure, high-quality ingredients; and his generosity to employee owners and educational organizations focused on nutritional health.”

Moore is survived by three sons, nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

The spokesperson said a celebration of life service is being planned and details will be announced soon.