Martha L. Moser

Martha (Martie) L. Moser, age 85 of Dayton, passed away Friday, April 18, 2025 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born June 6, 1939 in Colorado. Springs, Co.

Martie earned a degree in Education from Our Lady of Cincinnati College, at a time when it was uncommon for women. Finding the love of her life in her early years, Martie and her husband were blissfully married for over 56 years. Following the birth of her children, Martie became involved in La Leche League, teaching and supporting new mothers. Martie enjoyed a fulfilling career at DESC, making lifelong friendships. She finished out her government career working and living abroad in England in the early 1990s.

Martie enjoyed spending time with loved ones, crocheting and cross-stitch and anything rhubarb. She utilized her creative skills for the greater good, including making over 140 crocheted afghans for Hospice patients after the loss of her husband Jim, in 2019. She will always be remembered for her kind spirit and sharp wit.

Martie was preceded in death by her husband, James H. Moser; parents, Audrey and Clare Childs; and brother Dale Childs.

Martie is survived by her children, Jim C. (Karen Bledsoe) Moser, Anne C. Moser and Sara E. (Samuel) Hemmeter; grandchildren, Hannah, Samantha (David), George, Holly and Grace (Devin); sibling, Steven (Judy) Childs as well as many other extended family and friends.

Memorial services will be private at the convenience of the family and St. Kateri of Calvary Cemetery, Dayton will serve as Martie’s final place of rest. A celebration of her life will be hosted by her family at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Secret Smiles of Dayton, PO Box 291903 Dayton, OH 45429 or www.secretsmilesdayton.org