Lloyd A. Moe, 89

Remember Dec. 9, 2015, as a historic day in Libby as one of its most beloved fishermen, loggers, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Lloyd A. Moe, 89, left us “for better fishing and taller trees.”

He was born in Sandpoint, Idaho, on June 16, 1929, to Harry and Viola Moe. At the age of 1, his family moved to Libby. Lloyd spent his childhood in south Libby and later in the Pleasant Valley and Fisher River area.

Lloyd met the love of his life, Peggy Wilson, in 1948 while she was casting a worm into the Fisher River. They were married on July 24, 1949. They raised four children.

Lloyd’s occupation was a gyppo logger and the original builder and owner of the Whistle Stop Bar (Kickin Horse). Later in life, Lloyd and Peggy managed the Treasure Manor for 10 years. He also got to see a lot of Montana while piloting with friend, Gary Wood, for Pumco Construction.

A better man could not be found … full of generosity, compassion and care for the down and out whether it be human or animal. Lloyd found special comfort and happiness with backyard fish fries and time spent with family and friends.

Lloyd is preceded in death by his father, mother, and stepfather, Clarence Karnes.

He is survived by his wife Peggy of 66 years, children Jon and Donna of Libby, Debbie and Mark Decker of Libby, Kelly Moe and Allan Gerhart of Kalispell, and Lloyd Moe of Post Falls; and brother Harry and Irene Moe; grandchildren Holly, Bill, Jessica, Kristy, Lisa, Kallie, Marko, Ariel and numerous great-grandchildren.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, at Libby Christian Church.

Arrangements are by Schnackenberg & Nelson Funeral Home in Libby. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.schnackenbergfh.com.