Justin Lee Moe
January 21, 1992 – June 13, 2025
In his 33 years on Earth, Justin Moe may have experienced more beauty than most of us can comprehend. Even when things were not going his way, he had the gift of living in peace and wonder. That said, he did chafe a bit under the constraints of civilization. He generally (or completely) avoided rules, clothes, shoes, beds, soap, and combs.
In some ways, Justin was too good for this world. He didn’t know anger, ego, or drama, but took us all in stride, flaws and conflict just a regrettable part of nature. He enjoyed doing volunteer work and helping people even when he had no possessions of his own. His kindness ranged from standing up for anyone being victimized, to politeness to authorities who were um . . . tasked to restrain him. He saw run-ins with such authorities as just “unfortunate outcomes” and an acceptable consequence of having fun. His extraordinarily kind soul even led to strangers taking him in.
Justin was a committed Christian who took literally Jesus’ directive to love God and love his neighbor. He held nothing back and trusted God completely to meet his needs. He often found that shortly after he’d given away his only coat to someone he thought needed it more, someone else would give him a coat. The “stuff” of life was very fluid to him.
Justin was well read, played a good game of chess, and couldn’t travel enough. Music and camaraderie around a campfire made a perfect evening. Among other things, he sought adventure in skiing and hiking, swimming in lakes and oceans and climbing pretty much anything. Camping was certainly more a way of life than a sport, as he slept outdoors whenever possible regardless of the weather, even up in trees. He also loved to grow and forage for food. From childhood, Justin was passionate about all creatures, domestic and wild; often, they loved him back to a remarkable degree. Entertaining to watch.
He was preceded in death by his sister Carlie Moe, as well as his biological father, Mike Moe. Also, uncles Greg Long and Dan Moe, grandparents Perry and Greta Moe of Laramie, Charles and Janet Kocornik, and Bruce Moorhouse.
Justin is survived by his parents Diana Kocornik and Eric Moorhouse of Laramie, brother Kevin (Mady) Moe of Wales, AK, and grandmother Shirley Moorhouse of Ontario. His loving family extended to cousins Erica & Owen Broaddus of Laramie, cousins Daniel Kiser of Reno, NV, Jessie Long and Christina Long (Adam), of Basalt, CO, Mantha and Becca Kiser of Little Rock, AR, and Skye, Bowie, Amara, and Shea Kocornik of California and North Carolina. His close family also included aunts and uncles Trudy Moe
& Gary Broaddus of Laramie, Terry Moe & Dan Quinn of Superior, WY, Jennifer Long of Basalt, CO, Pam and Tom Kiser of Little Rock, AR., and Charlie Kocornik and Maggie Shirley of North Carolina.
Donations can be made in Justin’s name to Robbie’s House in Laramie. The link for donations is:
https://www.robbieshouselaramie.org/copy-of-terms-conditions . Robbie’s House is a clubhouse for people living with mental illness, and they provided love, community, and support to Justin during his final sojourn in Laramie. They fill a vital role in our community.
Justin would advise us to not miss an opportunity to witness the depth of beauty in our world. Take two minutes to watch the sun set, carefully move the bug off the sidewalk, appreciate the warmth of the sun, and choose tranquility with the annoyances around us, including each other. Love your neighbor.
We can find peace in the fact that Justin died free in his lovely campsite, under God’s trees and sky.
Services will be at the First Baptist Church at 1517 Canby in Laramie, 6:00 p.m. on Monday, July 14.
Zoom Link to Service:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3077454106?pwd=L2FDU281c3psRXNyaEdodWI3VFc3QT09
This was one of the most beautiful obituaries I have ever read. Thank you. My heart is broken at the loss of Justin.
My apologies for only discovering this now. I have only recently learned of Mike’s and Dan’s passing ever so long ago. As well their parents. My dad used to call Terry “happy foot”. My greatest condolences to all of you!
What a beautiful remembrance of a free soul. May Justin wandered in the kingdom of the lord and may is spirit continue to travel and share joy. With heartfelt sympathy to all the extended family, Nancy Kuestner
Sending love and prayers for the whole family. Grant Reed
I loved Justin's tender heart, his kind eyes, his wit, his passion, and his intelligence. I so enjoyed our long meandering conversations...that boy taught me a lot. He lives on in so many of us. Wishing you peace beyond our understanding. Grace
Dearest Family, Justin will be remembered by us as a little boy taken by Mike to Snowy’s and sitting with us around the fire, by a young men skiing fearlessly and by a free soul wondering in our life. Ania and Brian
Oh Diana my second mum from Laramie God is still on the Throne is all the little word I have for you Love and prayers that today Justin is with his maker smiling at us!
Diana please accept my inadequate words of condolence. I wish you could feel the care and love I have for you. I am keeping you close in my prayers. Your friend, Julie Wright
Our condolences to all who knew Justin. We did not know Justin personally but were friends with his mother, Diana, through NAMI, and knew his father, Eric, through the university. Mental illness can be a struggle all around, but there is beauty and kindness mixed in there, also. Peace for the family, and love.
Thank you much.
Thank you much. Our family appreciates your kind words.
Oh Diana my second mum from Laramie God is still on the Throne is all the little word I have for you Love and prayers that today Justin is with his maker smiling at us!
My condolences to all his friends and family. I didn’t know Justin, but he did go to school with my daughter. She said he was always kind, very quiet in class. I know his Aunt Trudy. A beautiful life well lived, thank you for sharing. RIP Justin.
Thank you. That is very sweet.
what a beautiful obituary, i didn't know him, but some people are too beautiful for this world. may his family find peace.
Thank you. Very kind of you.