Saturday, December 18, 2021 | 11:00 AM
Age 55, of Edina, passed away unexpectedly December 12, 2021. Born December 29, 1965, in Rapid City, SD to Eugene Edward & Mary McKenna Moss. Attended the University of South Dakota and obtained his Master’s In Theology at the University of St. Thomas. Joe was currently pursuing his doctorate at St. Mary’s University. Married wife Heide on June 1, 2000 and the two of them welcomed sons, Benjamin Joseph & Noah Marcelle and raised their family in Edina, MN.
Joe was a teacher at Cretin Derham Hall for 11 years. 4th Degree Knight of the Knights of Columbus & a Scoutmaster. In addition to teaching, he had a passion for coaching & photography. Joe will be remembered for his profound impact on the kids he coached in lacrosse, baseball, basketball, volleyball & the community he served. Not only did he touch so many lives, but he captured so many lives through his love of photography.
A strong man of faith and social justice. Joe is an early promotion to Guardian Angel and God’s Board of Directors. Rest in peace, Joe. You will be missed by so many.
Preceded in death by parents, Eugene & Mary. Survived by wife, Heide; sons, Benjamin & Noah; dogs, Athena & Nyx; cats, Zeus, Demi, Percy/Shadow; many relatives & friends.
Mass of Christian Burial 11AM Saturday, December 18, 2021 at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 5071 Eden Ave, Edina, MN 55436. Visitation 5-7 PM Friday, December 17 at Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel as well as one hour prior to mass at the church. Private interment Lakewood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the family.