Joseph Moss Funeral

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.

Mary Moosbrugger Funeral

December 14, 2021 | 10:30 AM Central Standard Time

 

Moosbrugger, (Antonson) Mary Susan aged 65 passed away suddenly on November 21, 2021 in London. A longtime resident of Edina, she was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Mary was an amazing woman who was a true partner to her husband and a loving mother to her 3 children. Mary travelled the world with her family. She continually saw the good in others and had an amazing ability to stay connected to all her friends and relatives. In 2013 Mary was diagnosed with brain cancer. She survived a very difficult operation, radiation and chemo, and went on to live 8 more healthy years. She was an inspiration to many. Mary was preceded in death by parents Lyman & Gladys Antonson. She is survived by her husband of 43 years Stephen; children Margaret (Marijn), John (Helen), and Thomas; siblings James and Joan; and grandchildren Audrey and David. A mass of Christian burial honoring Mary's life will be held on December 14th at 10:30am with visitation one hour prior at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 5071 Eden Ave, Edina 55436. All of Mary's family and friends are welcome and encouraged to attend. Private interment, Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials preferred to Mayo Clinic Cancer Research.

 

Phyllis Hertsgaard Funeral

 

Friday, November 19, 10:30 AM

 

Hertsgaard, Phyllis A. (Moudry), of St. Louis Park, popular 1940’s-50’s vocalist, was called home to God on October 25, 2021, still with a joyful song in her heart. She was age 101, born January 31st, 1920. Preceded in death by parents, Ralph and Margaret Moudry; sister, Elizabeth Risvold; brother, Ralph Moudry Jr.

Phyllis is survived by her sons, David (wife Sandra) Hertsgaard, and Daniel Hertsgaard; grandchildren, Myke'lle Laws (husband Craig), Heidi Barnett (husband Michael), Aaron Hertsgaard (wife Michelle MalpicaHertsgaard), John Fiorentino (wife Kitty), and Anna Liedahl-Hertsgaard; great grandchildren, Marlee, Jacob, Sonya, and Lance Laws, Haden and Harrison Barnett, and nieces and nephews.

Born and raised in Minneapolis, she learned to play the piano and sing early in life and at age 19 became the big band soloist at Minneapolis’ famed Charlies Café Exceptionale’. There, she was heard and hired by WCCO Radio management and became a daily member of the “Good Neighbor to the Northwest” family of broadcasters. She met and fell in love with popular WCCO Radio air personality Rolf Hertsgaard (deceased). They married and resided in St. Louis Park, MN. where she spent the rest of her life.

Phyllis was a very devout Christian and longtime member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in St. Louis Park where she was an active volunteer for many years. When in times of difficulty she would commonly say, “Just put it in the hands of the Lord!” A greatly appreciated, loving and devoted mother whose friendly, welcoming smile will be deeply missed.

Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Friday, November 19, with visitation beginning at 9:30 AM at The Church of Our Lady of Grace Chapel, 5051 Eden Ave South, Edina. Interment Eden Prairie Mausoleum.

www.washburn-mcreavy.com Edina Chapel: 952-920-3996

Michael Flaherty Funeral

 

Wednesday, November 10, 11:00 AM

Flaherty, Michael Patrick age 40 of Irving, TX, formerly of St. Louis Park, passed away October 31, 2021 after a short struggle with heart disease. Survived by parents John and Lynn Flaherty; brothers Tom (Kristen) and Kevin (Samantha) Flaherty; aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, and many friends. Preceded in death by grandparents Hon. John and Margaret Flaherty and Philip and Lois Breidenbach; and uncle, Mark Breidenbach. Michael was a graduate of the University of North Dakota. He worked as a dispatcher for American Airlines and was an avid hockey fan. Above all, Michael was a loving son, brother, and friend to all. He will be deeply missed. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Wednesday, November 10 at the Church of our Lady of Grace, 5051 Eden Ave S, Edina. Visitation 1 hour prior to service at church. Interment Gethsemane Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Our Lady of Grace Mission Schools and ABRIA. Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996