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Grant Madison
Moser, Jr.
Sep 27, 1941 — Jun 4, 2026
Grant Madison Moser, Jr., 84, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
He was born September 27, 1941, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Grant Madison Moser, Sr., and Leta Mae (Brewer).
Grant attended Lafayette High School in St. Joseph and, following graduation, enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving honorably during the Vietnam conflict. After his military service, he began a long career with the United States Postal Service, retiring after more than 30 years of dedicated service.
In November 1965, Grant married Janet Hower. They shared over 60 years of marriage before her passing in April 2026.Together, they raised three children: Grant Moser III, Kyle Moser, and Regina Bearden (Tony).
Grant and Janet retired to Branson, Missouri, where they lived for over 20 years. Grant was an active member of Friendly Baptist Church in Branson and was involved in church ministries and local veterans' activities. He enjoyed music, especially Elvis Presley, was a devoted Kansas City Chiefs fan, and cherished time spent with his grandchildren.
Grant was known for his kind and generous spirit, never meeting a stranger and always going out of his way to help others. His warmth, sincerity, and giving nature touched everyone he met, leaving a lasting impression of sweetness and genuine friendship.
Grant is survived by his three children: Grant Moser III, Kyle Moser, and Regina Bearden (Tony); seven grandchildren: Amanda Chen (Jason), Jamie Brogdon, Haley Moser (Nick), Branson Snyder, Ava Dudley Moser, Tony Bearden, Jr., and Alyssa Fearon; nine great-grandchildren; sisters: Vicki Long, Cathy Jones (Mike), Cindy Tillery (Dave), and Cheryl Day; and his dear friend and cousin, John Shoemaker, who provided cherished brotherhood during Grant's final months.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Janet.
A funeral service with full military honors will be held at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Heaton-Bowman-Smith-Sidenfaden Chapel, 3609 Frederick Blvd, St. Joseph, MO 64506. Cremation will follow, with private family inurnment at Memorial Park Cemetery in St. Joseph at a later date.
Memorial donations in Grant's honor may be made to the Cameron Veterans Home, New Tribes Missions, or a charity of your choice.
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