Craig Moe

Craig Moe obituary, Dawson, MN

Craig Moe

Craig Moe Obituary

Visit the Hanson & Dahl Funeral Home website to view the full obituary.

Craig Moe of Appleton died Sunday, July 27, 2025 at the Appleton Hospital at the age of 70 after a life devoted to family, faith, and the open road.

Memorial Services will be held Friday, August 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Crossroads Church in Dawson.

Visitation will be held for one hour before the service at the church.

Craig Paul Moe was born on May 9, 1955, in Dawson, MN, to Charles P. and Myrtle (Kirk) Moe. He was baptized and confirmed at Faith Lutheran Church in Madison. Craig attended school in the Dawson-Boyd School District and graduated in 1973. He spent over 40 years as a self-employed over-the-road truck driver, a profession he loved. His dedication and safety behind the wheel were recognized with a safe driving award. On July 21, 2001, Craig married Debra Kay Miller in South Shore, South Dakota. When not behind the wheel of his 18-wheeler, Craig enjoyed riding his Harley and sharing life’s moments with those closest to him. He was a member of Crossroads Church in Dawson and found great joy in spending time with his grandchildren and family.

Craig is survived by his wife Debra; step-children: Scott and Jaylin Anderson, Mason City, IA, Chantel and Kacie Bolling, Mason, City, IA, Melanie and Mitch Maloney, Coon Rapids, MN; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; siblings: Glen Moe, Montevideo, MN, Duane (Pat) Moe, Madison, MN, Ann (David) Hoseck, Madison, MN; sisters-in-law, Marjie Moe, Laguna Woods, CA, Linda Moe, Madison, MN his dog, Mandy; and many nieces, nephews and extended family.

Preceding him in death were his parents, Charlie and Myrtle Moe; brothers: Larry Moe and Dennis Moe; nieces: Shelly, Victoria and Angela; sister-in-law, Donna Moe.

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Hanson & Dahl Funeral Home

718 Chestnut St PO Box 1001, Dawson, MN 56232

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