Mosher, Kent 1936-2009

MOSHER, DERROUGH

Posted By: Ernie Braida (email)
Date: 1/11/2010 at 21:28:37

Kent was born April 6, 1936 in Milo, Iowa to Stephen and Mary Derrough Mosher.

He attended school at Pleasantville and graduated from Knoxville High School in 1954. He then attended the University of Iowa and transferred to Iowa State University where he received a mechanical engineering degree.

He worked as an engineer for the Stroh Corporation in the 1960's and became president of the company. He then started several of his own companies the first was Allied Mechanical in West Des Moines. Kent was a licensed mechanical engineer and he was the founder and owner of the Mosher Engineering Company in West Des Moines.

Even though he had a retirement party a few years ago, he continued to work everyday. He enjoyed working and being at the office. Kent belonged to work related associations such as: ASE, ASHRE, a charter member of the CSI, and a past Chairman of the Polk County Plumbing Board.

Kent had rural roots and stayed active in the home farm operation all his life. He enjoyed his farming heritage and even collected farm toys from his childhood. He also enjoyed deer hunting with family and being outdoors. Kent belonged to a Road Rally Club, the Iowa Ski Club, Singles Again, and the Cyclones Booster Club. He also loved to meet and watch people. You could always find Kent meeting new people and having a good time.

Kent was preceded in death by his brothers: Raymond, Don, and Darrell Mosher.

He will be missed by his sister, Mardell Johnson of Pleasantville, sister-in-law, Rita Mosher of Grand Junction, CO; and many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Fund in honor of Kent L. Mosher will be established at a later date. Contributions may be mailed to Pierschbacher Funeral Home, PO Box 701, Melcher-Dallas, IA 50163.

Burial: Pleasantville Cemetery

Pierschbacher Funeral Home Sept. 2009