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Paul R. Moss

Minnetrista, Minnesota

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Moss, Paul R. age 68 of Minnetrista, passed away August 20, 2013. Preceded in death by parents, Jessie Moss and Lillian Filan, and first wife, Joan Moss. He was born in Brooklyn, NY and came to Minnesota for Donaldson's Dept. Store. He retired as a manufacturer's rep in the gift industry. A kind and loving husband, father, grandfather & friend to many. He endured a tough battle with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's Disease, since he was diagnosed a year and a half ago. He died peacefully. Survived by wife, Deanne; son, Paul Jr. and grandsons, Simon & Leo; son, Jason (Laurie) and granddaughter, Mikayla & grandson, Jordan; stepdaughter, Molly Davis (T.J.) and Sophie & Ava; stepson, Andrew Huseby (Anne) and August. Come join for a celebration of Paul's life Saturday, Aug. 24, 11:00-12:00 at The Church of Saint Joan of Arc, 4537 Third Ave. S., Mpls.. Visitation Friday, August 23, 11:00-2:00, with storytelling at 1:00 at David Lee Funeral Home, 1220 E. Wayzata Blvd., Wayzata and also prior to the service at Saint Joan of Arc from 9:30-11:00. Memorials preferred to ALS Society-Minnesota Chapter or Saint Joan of Arc. David Lee Funeral Home Wayzata 952-473-5577 www.davidleefuneralhome.com
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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I miss my best friend. I've been doing research lately on how to cure als. I'm still sad that I lost my best friend already for 5 years. I'll see you in heaven soon. We can sail just like you said. I miss you grandpa. -Ava

Paul was my best friend. He was my grandpa. my homework helper and DQ buddy. I miss him so much. I still cry about how he is gone. He has been gone for 4 years. He died a few days before my birthday. I love you Paul and I hope your sailing in Heaven just like how you would always say. I love you-Ava

Paul was a "port in a storm" for our family during the illness and passing of my mother, Nancy Hannah...his kindness & laughter will always be in my memories of UMAGA...May God grant His richest blessings to all of you.

I met Paul while I was a buyer at Donaldson's Department Store in 1977. My first introduction to Paul was to have him yelling at me at the top of his lungs because of a conversation I had had with his assistant about some Burnes of Boston picture frames. Of course, he was much larger than I was, but I got in his face during our shouting match so much so that our noses nearly touched. Ever since that day, we became and remained fast friends. He and Dee have had Florence and me over to many...

I used to clean paul and Dees housw and i gt to know paul and he was such a standup funny welcoming man. I can remeber when i first startes there i was like 20 and i go onto to clean and there is paul on his boat with his speedos on telling me to come down there to check out the boat......i didnt know him and thought this guy is crazy but that was paul. He will aure be missed. Gone but never forgotten!

I got to know Paul on a plane ride home from some show (maybe Atlanta)after his heart atack. I was very surprised to learn how deep his faith was and enjoyed sharing with each other how God is at work in our lives everyday if we chose to follow Him

I only met Paul one time when he came to pick up his van, but I was struck by what a great guy he was and I loved his personality. I wish I knew him better. I am sure he will be missed by many. They must have broke the mold when they made him.

Dee and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you as they have been since I learned of Paul's illness. We had a good relationship when I worked with Paul in the 80's. He treated me well.
I enjoyed the boat rides on the Lake.
Like any good mariner Captain Moss, you turned the bow of your boat into the storm. This one was called ALS. What
courage you showed along with your first mate Dee in facing the storm.
More than most would have or could have. See you on the other...

Dee and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We enjoyed spending time with Paul on "M" dock at the Longboat Marina. Loved the laughter and camaraderie, he will be always missed. Our prayers for comfort, may God's healing hands reach around your family. With deepest sympathy, Bill and Nadine Witzel