Moe bravely left us, on his terms, on October 22, 2026, at home surrounded by his family and love. He laid everything on the table in the fight against pancreatic cancer, with hope and determination. He may no longer be at family dinners, but his chair will always be at the table as a silent sentry, looking over and caring for his family.
Moe was born in Ottawa, Ontario. He graduated from Carleton University with a degree in Geology in 1973, attended Algonquin College for computer programming, and went on to work for the federal government.
Judy and Moe were married in December 1976 and were proud parents to Chantal (Dan Weir) and Brandon.
Immediately after retirement, Moe and Judy acted on their plan to move across the country to Vancouver, BC, to be near their kids.
Always active, Moe enjoyed downhill skiing, skated the Rideau Canal, enjoyed cross-country skiing, and rode the bike paths in Ottawa for miles. In Vancouver, he’d also bike, but his true love of fitness focused on Grouse Mountain. For years, he’d do the Snowshoe Grind in the winter, but climbing the Grouse Grind was his “thing.” He’d head to the Grind three times a week, always trying to better his time, regardless of the fact that he was 16 years older than when he first started climbing it! Moe definitely had a competitive streak, but it was only with himself.
Moe cherished being “Grampy” to his beautiful granddaughters, Brynn and Kaia. They were the light of his life—his words. Nothing made him happier than just being with the girls. He’d be up for just about anything they wanted to do, from playing endless games of Uno and Twister, to dressing up and going trick-or-treating, letting them style his hair into crazy looks, attending their dance recitals, or taking them to the movies. They could razz him like no one else, mimic his “old timey” sayings, and loved his silent laugh that threatened to burst out but never did.
Judy and Moe travelled the world in retirement, seeing the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Moe’s favourite trips were to Machu Picchu, Australia, New Zealand, Greece, and Alaska. Living in downtown Vancouver enabled them to easily cruise to Alaska several times, taking Brynn and Kaia along. He was always up for travel, no matter where or how often Judy came up with an idea. Together, they built a quiet life of small rituals and big dreams.
Moe knew who he was and never tried to be anyone he wasn’t. He never needed or wanted to be the center of attention. His quiet humour, endless patience, and kindness were deeply loved. Moe valued family and friendship, staying in touch with friends for decades. His values and love have been passed to his children and grandchildren, and his family is thankful to have had the opportunity to tell him how much they valued their time with him, what he meant to them, and how deeply he was loved.
Moe left this world much too soon. His family feels his absence deeply, but they are grateful for the many memories they share. He was loved and is dearly missed.
Moe was predeceased by his parents, Aimé and Vera, and his sister, Susie.
In memory of Moe, donations to either BC Cancer or the Craig’s Cause Pancreatic Cancer Society are deeply appreciated. His family is fundraising as “Team Moe Parisien” via the Kicking Pancreas 5km Walk on November 7th. Donations can be made online at: https://raceroster.com/events/