With great sadness we announce the passing of Maurice “Moe” Edwin Wolff on April 12, 2020 at the age of 85 years, following a courageous battle with Multiple Myeloma.
Moe leaves behind his wife, Sylvia of St. Albert; daughter, Kim (Alex) of Abbotsford, BC; son, Kevin (Tirzah) of Stony Plain and daughter, Rosemary of St. Albert; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Also left behind are his two ‘puppy girls’, Mary Jane and Sassy, who will miss their walks with him.
Moe had a long and rewarding career with the RCMP, retiring from K Division in 1994. Not one to sit idle, he returned as a Peace Officer to assist with the implementation of the National DNA Databank. Moe enjoyed his time as Aide de Camp to Alberta Lieutenant Governors Lois Hole and Norman Kwong.
To his St. Albert neighbours, Moe was known as the “the man with the green thumb”. Passers-by would often stop to take pictures of his garden and it served as a backdrop for wedding pictures. For many years Moe was an active member of St. Albert Parish as an usher and frequent volunteer at fundraising events.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that Memorial Donations be made to Sign of Hope, 12431 Stony Plain Road NW, Edmonton, AB, T5N 3N3 -https://signofhope.cssalberta.ca/ or a charity of one’s choice be made in Moe’s name.
No service by request.
Mariza says
Celebrating Good Neighbours
Neighborhood Development
MOE WOLFF
“Our dear neighbor, Moe Wolff, is a retired RCMP Officer. We’ve been neighbors with them since 2001 and he had shown us his friendliness, kindness, and humility from the very start. He’s always been nice and helpful to everyone in our crescent. He would run his snow blower in our sidewalks whenever there’s a snow storm, offer us help when we ask him, or when he sees us needing assistance. Most of all, he’s fun and very interesting to talk to and almost like a father figure to me. I’m so grateful to have Moe and his wife Sylvia in our neighborhood and feel so blessed to have met them in my lifetime.”
Nominated by Mariza
March 13, 2013
Progress Hall, City of St. Albert, Alberta
https://www.stalberttoday.ca/local-news/city-thanks-good-neighbours-1281413
ron jackson says
Oh how very sad I am to hear that “Moe” has passed away. Moe and I knew each other from the days we spent in Barracks at “H,Q” Div, until this very day. Oh what stories we could tell! We served together In “Ident” where Moe earned the respect of all who knew him . My condolences go out to Sylvia and to his family. Rest in eternal peace my friend you will be missed .
Ron Jackson
Harvey and bev mclane says
It is with sadness hearing of maurices passing. We have fond memories of our cousin and his visits. Our condolences to Sylvia and family.
William J. Wood says
To Sylvia and family.
Worked with Moe in the Force, both in Yorkton and Saskatoon. D dedicated
member and a good friend. RIP Moe.
Bill Wood
Gerry Taylor says
To Sylvia and Family
My sincere and deepest sympathies go out to you for your untimely loss of Moe. I had the honour of knowing Moe for 30 years both as a RCMP colleague and as a friend. He was an Inspirational Leader who dreamed big and was not afraid to blaze a trail where others feared to travel. He was a doer and had the vision and uncanny instincts to do what was best for both his subordinates as well as the RCMP Forensic Program. Knowing Moe I’m certain that the indelible legacy he left in his professional career pales in comparison to the love and caring he had for his family. He was a great man who will be missed…..RIP Moe!
Shelley Hebb says
So very sad to learn of Moe’s passing. I was privileged to know him through work, and caught up with him by chance two or three times in the years following his retirement. He wore his uniform with such pride, had a huge heart, and cared about everyone he met. My very deepest condolences to his family – he spoke of you often. Rest in peace, kind Moe.
Marion Maslyk says
To the Wolff family, from your former neighbors Larry and Marion Maslyk.
Many Prayers and Condolences on Moe’s Passing. May he rest in peace.
Dave Rodwell says
My condolences to the Wolfe family. I worked with Moe on a number of investigations during my time in RCMP. He was the consummate professional. He was inventive in his work and always willing to share his knowledge. We have lost a good man and friend to many. Rest In Peace Moe.
Terry Fagrie says
Condolences to the family of Moe Wolfe! Moe was at Yorkton S/Div Ident, so got to know him pretty well! He was a great guy!
Margaret Steacy says
I am heart broken to hear of the loss of such a kind gentleman that Moe was . Both my husband and I worked in the force and ran into him many times as well we resided for years in St Albert. If we were not laughing at his jokes or listening to his advice or wise police stories , Mo and I were exchanging gardening ideas… He was a wise wonderful man and will be dearly missed by all that knew him and loved him. My kindest regards to his dear friends and family,, Best to you all , from Margaret Steacy & Scott Dawson.
Roger Tinkham says
Condolences to Sylvia and Family ! Worked with Moe in the early 60’s in
St. John’s, NL. A very kind man and dedicated Police Officer .
Dennis, Sue Witcher says
My sincere condolences on the passing of Moe. I had the privilege of serving with him in Yorkton. My wife also has Multiple Myeloma and we reconnected through that. He will be missed by so many. Again our deepest sympathies.
Betty Mate says
My condolences to the family of Moe. I knew him for several years when I worked at K Division Records. Isabel Sharpe who also worked in Records also sends her sympathy. (she mentioned the carnation that he often wore in his lapel)
Frank and Trudy Bossio says
We are so sorry to hear about Moe’s passing. He was a wonderful man who was always willing to help others. We need more men like Moe. The world is less with him gone.
Hank Mottl says
Sorry to hear of Moe’s passing, he was an inspiration and mentor for me as we worked together to solve technical problems during his term at Ident. Will always have fond memories of those days.