Joe A. Moore
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Joe A. Moore

  • September 6, 1948 - December 9, 2011
  • Saint Joseph, Michigan
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“Jan. 3, 2012 I just tonight received the news that Joe Moore had passed away. I am so sorry to hear this. Joe and I were classmates at Hamburg...Read More » ”
1 of 23 | Posted by: Jim Sjulin - Portland, OR

“Susan, you and your family have been and will be in my thoughts and prayers. Joe and I seem to have ESP when we were about to see each other. I got...Read More » ”
2 of 23 | Posted by: Lyle Hodde - Hamburg, IA

“Joe was a mentor to me in my career and in many ways in life. He challenged all of us to be our best . I looked up to Joe and would look forward...Read More » ”
3 of 23 | Posted by: Craig MacGibbon - cincinnati, OH

“Our friendship and time together in Cedar Rapids will always be cherished and Joe will live on in our memories. Susan, Jenny and Jill we are deeply...Read More » ”
4 of 23 | Posted by: Gary Van Middlesworth - IA

“Jen, Jill, and Susan, I am so sorry that I cannot be with you to celebrate Joe's life. I am sorry that our families didn't meet earlier; Joe was...Read More » ”
5 of 23 | Posted by: Sandy Parsons - Bellaire, TX

“Susan, Jenny, and Jill, Ron and I are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. We are praying for strength and...Read More » ”
6 of 23 | Posted by: Liz and Ron Rehrig - Mount Airy , MD

“Aunt Sue, Jill and Jenny, I am so sorry. Joe was a wonderful man, husband, father , and Uncle. He touched the lives and hearts of so many. I...Read More » ”
7 of 23 | Posted by: Jeff Moore - Greeley, CO - Nephew

“Im sorry for your loss. Your in my prayers. ”
8 of 23 | Posted by: Debbie - St Joe, MI - Friend

“Sue, Jen, and Jill: We are sorry for your loss. I have so many fond memories of visiting Grandpa Hank and Grandma Ruth and playing at your house...Read More » ”
9 of 23 | Posted by: Brad, Amy, Aiden, and Eli Hoyt - FL

“Dear Aunt Sue, Jennifer, Jill and families, My heart goes out to you all as you say goodbye for now, to your precious dad and husband, my...Read More » ”
10 of 23 | Posted by: Katey (Moore) Fletchall - MO

“Susan, Jen, and Jill, I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. While it has been a very long time since I have seen or spoken to any of you, I...Read More » ”
11 of 23 | Posted by: Julie Licata Conway - Charlotte, NC

“Jill, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Kathrine ”
12 of 23 | Posted by: Kathrine Mott - New York, NY

“Joe gave me a great opportunity to work for him years ago and I'll always be grateful. My experience of Joe was of a kind, thoughtful and intelligent...Read More » ”
13 of 23 | Posted by: Tom Johnston - Toronto, Canada

“Both Judy and I are saddened to hear of Joe's passing. He was a wonderfully bright guy that I wish I'd had more of an opportunity to know him better...Read More » ”
14 of 23 | Posted by: Bill & Judy Moore - Papillion, NE

“I have so many fond memories of my Uncle Joe! He and Sue would come to Colorado frequently for Sking & Camping trips when I was young. He was always...Read More » ”
15 of 23 | Posted by: Craig Moore - Aurora, CO - Nephew

“Dear Aunt Sue, Cousins Jennifer and Jill and Families... We are so sorry. While it hurts not having him here on earth with us, we can rejoice...Read More » ”
16 of 23 | Posted by: Shelby Moore Lawson - Maryville, MO

“Dear Susan, Jill and Jen, We are so saddened to hear the news of your Dad's passing. I wish there were some healing words of comfort, but I know...Read More » ”
17 of 23 | Posted by: Carol and Rob Sturgess - Glenelg, MD

“Susie, We were saddened to learn of Joe's passing. Our love and prayers go out to you. Just think of the Christmas Joe will have this year, in...Read More » ”
18 of 23 | Posted by: Lyle and Sherry Hennessey - OK

“Sue, I am sorry for your loss. I know you weren't with us long, but you both really touched my heart. God Bless you and your family! ”
19 of 23 | Posted by: Amy R, RN - Royalton Manor

“I am Craigs' wife ,(Craig MacGibbon). Joe managed my husband very early in his career. To this day... Joes' words live on. We will never forget...Read More » ”
20 of 23 | Posted by: Jodi MacGibbon - Cincinnati, OH

“Jill...... Happy for your dad's peace, and so so sad for your loss. So many fond memories of your dad's love for Saint Mary's and pride in you &...Read More » ”
21 of 23 | Posted by: Sarah Barney - Chicago, IL

“Our thoughts and prayers are with you all...Jen, remembering the lovely walk we took with your dad this summer. Love to you all, Susan and Chris...Read More » ”
22 of 23 | Posted by: Susan and Chris Loughrin - MI

“Oh, Joe. What a beautiful man. You lived your life appreciating and honoring that which you held most dear, your family. Susan, Jennifer, and Jill...Read More » ”
23 of 23 | Posted by: Lisa Cumberland - Sykesville, MD


Joe A. Moore 63, of St. Joseph passed away Friday, December 9, 2011 at Royalton Manor in St. Joseph.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held 10:30 Friday, December 16, 2011 at Stevensville United Methodist Church, 5506 Ridge Rd. in Stevensville with Pastor Gordon Barry officiating. Friends may visit from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Thursday, December 15, 2011 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd., in St. Joseph. Memorials may be made to The National Arbor Day Foundation. Those wishing to share a memory of Joe may do so at www.stark-menchinger.com.

Joe was born September 6, 1948 in Alliance, Nebraska to Max & Gladys (Reynolds) Moore. He graduated from Hamburg High School in Iowa in 1967. He then attended Nebraska Wesleyan University where he received his Bachelor's of Science Degree in 1971. On May 22, 1971 he married Susan Hennessey in Lincoln, Nebraska. Joe worked for many businesses as a Chief Financial Officer. In his spare time he enjoyed sports, coaching, skiing, gardening and working in his yard. Most of all, he loved spending time with family and friends and was a mentor to many young people.

Joe is survived by his wife Susan Moore of St. Joseph; daughters Jennifer (Jason) Pett of Ellicott City, MD and Jill (Michael) Clouse of Glen Ellyn, IL; grandchildren Spencer, Owen, Carter Pett and Sean and Maryn Clouse; mother Gladys Moore of Iowa; brothers Donald (Marilyn) Moore of Colorado, Douglas (Susan) Moore of Missouri, David Moore of Iowa and Michael (Patty) Moore of Iowa; Joe was preceded in death by his father Max Moore, sister Victoria Powers, and many of his beloved dogs.