I’m not sure if this website is still active, as I noticed no passing recorded in 2025. Maybe we just got lucky? In any event, I am sorry to write to inform you that Tim Moodie has passed away. I have been texting back-and-forth with his wife, Barb, and she asked that I forwarded something to the website. So, here goes: Tim Moodie, Edina HS Class of ‘72 passed away in Austin, Texas on 1/29/26. He and his wife, Barb, moved to Austin a year ago and a half or so ago to be closer to their two kids. He had battled numerous ailments including recovering from a stroke over the past year. He passed peacefully, in his sleep. A celebration of life will be planned at a later date in both Austin, as well as in the Twin Cities. Details will be posted here.
Timothy Rob Moodie, lovingly known as Tim or “Moots,” passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the age of 71, after a courageous battle with Stage IV esophageal cancer.
Tim was truly an American original in every sense of the phrase, combining creativity, humor, ingenuity, and warmth in a way that was entirely his own.
Born on October 24, 1954, in Superior, Wisconsin, Tim spent much of his childhood on the move. By the time he was 13 and his family settled in Edina, Minnesota, where he would later raise his own family, Tim had lived in 14 states due to his father’s work in the aerospace industry.
Tim graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1977 with a degree in Communications, Radio & Television Broadcasting. He began his career as a voice talent for radio and television commercials and worked in advertising as a copywriter for several agencies before starting his own business. That entrepreneurial path led him to the toy and game industry, where he spent more than 40 years as a designer and inventor, bringing imagination and joy to children and families around the world.
Tim was deeply involved in his children’s lives. He coached youth sports teams, participated in Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts, and volunteered at countless swim meets as both an announcer and official. Tim and Barb were also proud members of the croquet group at the University Club in St. Paul, where they enjoyed camaraderie and friendly competition. Their motto was ‘it’s not how you play the game, it’s what you wear.’
A gifted home chef, Tim loved food and loved cooking for family and friends. Under his alter ego “Dr. Mop, the BBQ Doctor,” he even created his own line of spices and dry rubs—sharing his creativity, humor, and love through food.
Tim was preceded in death by his parents, Bruce and Elizabeth Moodie, and his parents-in-law, Vernon and Bette Finson.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, and best friend, Barbara; his son, Griffin; his daughter, Colleen and son-in-law, James; and his cherished grand-dog, Moose. He is also survived by aunts and uncles on both sides of the family, cousins, and his nephews Brice and Brett Lehner, and many dear friends.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate healthcare teams at St. David’s Round Rock Hospital, Texas Oncology, and the many specialty physicians who cared for Tim over the years. A special thank-you to the in-house occupational, physical, and speech therapy teams at St. David’s Round Rock Hospital for their extraordinary care, kindness, and dedication. The family is eternally grateful.
Service Information
Friday, February 27
● Visitation with the family: 1:00–2:00 p.m.
● Funeral Service: 2:00–3:00 p.m.
● Reception: Immediately following the service
All visitation, service, and reception events on February 27 will be held at: Cook-Walden Capital Parks Funeral Home 14501 N. Interstate Hwy 35 Pflugerville, Texas
A separate Celebration of Life service honoring Tim will be held in Minnesota in Spring/Early Summer 2026 for friends and family unable to travel to Texas. Additional details will be shared at a later date.
In Lieu of Flowers
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tim’s honor to:
Austin Pets Alive! — a nationally recognized nonprofit dedicated to saving the lives of homeless animals, in honor of Tim’s beloved grand-dog, Moose. https://www.austinpetsalive.org/
TankProof — an Austin-based nonprofit dedicated to making swimming and water safety accessible to all through free swim lessons and community education programs. Tim’s children, Griffin and Colleen, and son-in-law James proudly volunteer with the organization. https://www.tankproof.org/
So sorry to read about Tim's passing. I didn't know Tim so much in high school as to some 40 years later when a group of us guys would get together about every 2-3 years for an event we dubbed BoranFest! We would meet up at a local restaurant when Jim Boran who has been living in Manchester, England and periodically return back stateside. We would meet; Tim, Mike Gottsacker, Paul Strickland, Tom Rival and myself Jeff Krueger. This past year we were joined by Mark Lynch another Our Lady of Grace alumni. Sadly Tim couldn't join us, we'll miss you Tim. At our next BoranFest we'll "tip one to Tim" and remember a great guy!
Tim was a very good friend of mine, beginning in about ninth grade. My memories of him are too numerous to recount here, but a few come to mind: In our 20s, we played tennis pretty much constantly -- when we weren't hanging around at the pool at Cedars Edina, where his mom lived. Much more recently, he had become a regular at a weekly "tip a few" rendezvous Paul Strickland and I have had going for about 25 years at The Groveland Tap in Saint Paul. He also was a founding member of the Plastic Soul Poker Club, a group that included luminaries such as Curt Blandin, Jim Fuller, Jim Kilian, and Mr. Strickland.
Tim moved to Austin, Texas, a couple of years ago, to escape Minnesota winters and to be closer to his kids, who both live there. Paul and I had the good fortune to visit him about a week before he died. He had been in deteriorating health for some time but could still tell a joke and laugh at one. I noticed, too, his wife Barb was a stellar caregiver.
Tim was a great guy and a great friend. RIP, my man!
Bruce Miller
I’m not sure if this website is still active, as I noticed no passing recorded in 2025. Maybe we just got lucky? In any event, I am sorry to write to inform you that Tim Moodie has passed away. I have been texting back-and-forth with his wife, Barb, and she asked that I forwarded something to the website. So, here goes: Tim Moodie, Edina HS Class of ‘72 passed away in Austin, Texas on 1/29/26. He and his wife, Barb, moved to Austin a year ago and a half or so ago to be closer to their two kids. He had battled numerous ailments including recovering from a stroke over the past year. He passed peacefully, in his sleep. A celebration of life will be planned at a later date in both Austin, as well as in the Twin Cities. Details will be posted here.
Daniel Norquist
Very sorry to hear this news about Tim. He was a fun-loving soul and enjoyed comedy and music. The world will miss him! 😥
Bruce Miller
Timothy Moodie Obituary - Pflugerville, TX
OBITUARY
Timothy Rob Moodie
October 24, 1954 – January 29, 2026
IN THE CARE OF
Cook-Walden Capital Parks Funeral Home & Cemetery
Timothy Rob Moodie, lovingly known as Tim or “Moots,” passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the age of 71, after a courageous battle with Stage IV esophageal cancer.
Tim was truly an American original in every sense of the phrase, combining creativity, humor, ingenuity, and warmth in a way that was entirely his own.
Born on October 24, 1954, in Superior, Wisconsin, Tim spent much of his childhood on the move. By the time he was 13 and his family settled in Edina, Minnesota, where he would later raise his own family, Tim had lived in 14 states due to his father’s work in the aerospace industry.
Tim graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1977 with a degree in Communications, Radio & Television Broadcasting. He began his career as a voice talent for radio and television commercials and worked in advertising as a copywriter for several agencies before starting his own business. That entrepreneurial path led him to the toy and game industry, where he spent more than 40 years as a designer and inventor, bringing imagination and joy to children and families around the world.
Tim was deeply involved in his children’s lives. He coached youth sports teams, participated in Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts, and volunteered at countless swim meets as both an announcer and official. Tim and Barb were also proud members of the croquet group at the University Club in St. Paul, where they enjoyed camaraderie and friendly competition. Their motto was ‘it’s not how you play the game, it’s what you wear.’
A gifted home chef, Tim loved food and loved cooking for family and friends. Under his alter ego “Dr. Mop, the BBQ Doctor,” he even created his own line of spices and dry rubs—sharing his creativity, humor, and love through food.
Tim was preceded in death by his parents, Bruce and Elizabeth Moodie, and his parents-in-law, Vernon and Bette Finson.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, and best friend, Barbara; his son, Griffin; his daughter, Colleen and son-in-law, James; and his cherished grand-dog, Moose. He is also survived by aunts and uncles on both sides of the family, cousins, and his nephews Brice and Brett Lehner, and many dear friends.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate healthcare teams at St. David’s Round Rock Hospital, Texas Oncology, and the many specialty physicians who cared for Tim over the years. A special thank-you to the in-house occupational, physical, and speech therapy teams at St. David’s Round Rock Hospital for their extraordinary care, kindness, and dedication. The family is eternally grateful.
Service Information
Friday, February 27
● Visitation with the family: 1:00–2:00 p.m.
● Funeral Service: 2:00–3:00 p.m.
● Reception: Immediately following the service
All visitation, service, and reception events on February 27 will be held at: Cook-Walden Capital Parks Funeral Home 14501 N. Interstate Hwy 35 Pflugerville, Texas
A separate Celebration of Life service honoring Tim will be held in Minnesota in Spring/Early Summer 2026 for friends and family unable to travel to Texas. Additional details will be shared at a later date.
In Lieu of Flowers
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tim’s honor to:
Austin Pets Alive! — a nationally recognized nonprofit dedicated to saving the lives of homeless animals, in honor of Tim’s beloved grand-dog, Moose. https://www.austinpetsalive.org/
TankProof — an Austin-based nonprofit dedicated to making swimming and water safety accessible to all through free swim lessons and community education programs. Tim’s children, Griffin and Colleen, and son-in-law James proudly volunteer with the organization. https://www.tankproof.org/
Jeff S. Krueger
So sorry to read about Tim's passing. I didn't know Tim so much in high school as to some 40 years later when a group of us guys would get together about every 2-3 years for an event we dubbed BoranFest! We would meet up at a local restaurant when Jim Boran who has been living in Manchester, England and periodically return back stateside. We would meet; Tim, Mike Gottsacker, Paul Strickland, Tom Rival and myself Jeff Krueger. This past year we were joined by Mark Lynch another Our Lady of Grace alumni. Sadly Tim couldn't join us, we'll miss you Tim. At our next BoranFest we'll "tip one to Tim" and remember a great guy!
Michael Gottsacker
Tim was a very good friend of mine, beginning in about ninth grade. My memories of him are too numerous to recount here, but a few come to mind: In our 20s, we played tennis pretty much constantly -- when we weren't hanging around at the pool at Cedars Edina, where his mom lived. Much more recently, he had become a regular at a weekly "tip a few" rendezvous Paul Strickland and I have had going for about 25 years at The Groveland Tap in Saint Paul. He also was a founding member of the Plastic Soul Poker Club, a group that included luminaries such as Curt Blandin, Jim Fuller, Jim Kilian, and Mr. Strickland.
Tim moved to Austin, Texas, a couple of years ago, to escape Minnesota winters and to be closer to his kids, who both live there. Paul and I had the good fortune to visit him about a week before he died. He had been in deteriorating health for some time but could still tell a joke and laugh at one. I noticed, too, his wife Barb was a stellar caregiver.
Tim was a great guy and a great friend. RIP, my man!