EDMONTON, AB - Condolences, memories and tributes continue to roll in for longtime Oilers dressing room attendant Joey Moss, who passed away last week at the age of 57.
One particularly impressive homage to the Edmonton sports legend was created earlier this week when local artist AJA Louden painted a mural on the graffiti wall in the McCauley neighbourhood.
"Recently painted this portrait of Joey Moss, who passed away late last month," the artist wrote on his social media accounts. "He was a locker room attendant for the Oilers and later for the football team too - he went 70 seasons strong between the two organizations. Joey was know for his dedication, work ethic, and passion for the teams he worked with. Since he was with both teams for so long, he outlasted the players and became a symbol of the teams and of the city of Edmonton.
"As a man living with Down's syndrome he became a symbol of representation as well. Being a public symbol for any community can mean a lot of weight on your shoulders - Joey showed up and did the work... May we all strive to be remembered as well as Joey Moss - thank you for the inspiration, Joey!"
BLOG: Edmonton artist creates Joey Moss mural
AJA Louden paid tribute to the legendary Oilers dressing room attendant on the graffiti wall in the McCauley neighbourhood
