Martin "Marty" Ernest Moore

A Private Graveside Service will be held for family.

A lifelong Fort Worth resident, Marty was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and a kind, dependable gentleman whose quiet strength and love for his family defined his life.

Born July 17, 1952, Marty was the son of Kenneth Moore and Elizabeth Ann “Honey” McElyea Moore, and the grandson of Russell George McElyea and Leecy Ann McElyea. He spent 25 years helping his family operate Moore Catering at the Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, carrying on a longstanding family tradition of service to the community.

On May 22, 1976, Marty married the love of his life, Jana Lee Hudson Moore. Together, they shared 50 years of marriage and built a life centered on love, devotion, and family. Through the Gladney Center for Adoption, they welcomed their two children, Russell and Leecy, who became the greatest joys of their lives. Marty was a lifelong member of First Christian Church of Fort Worth, the oldest congregation in Tarrant County.

A quiet, gentle, and hardworking man, Marty was known for his kindness, generosity, unwavering dependability, and subtle sense of humor. As a husband and father, he was always there when his family needed him, often putting their needs before his own. His love was expressed freely, both in words and in the countless thoughtful things he did for those closest to him.

Marty is survived by his beloved wife, Jana Lee Hudson Moore; his son, Russell Martin Moore, and daughter-in-law, Kristen Moore; his grandson, Keaton Lee Harrell-Moore; Kristen’s sons, Caleb Berka and Jakob Berka; his daughter, Leecy Jane Moore, and son-in-law, Michael Edwards; and his brother, Russell Joseph Moore.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth Moore and Elizabeth Ann “Honey” McElyea Moore; his brother, Kenneth George Moore; and his grandparents, Russell George McElyea and Leecy Ann McElyea.

Above all, Marty will be remembered for his gentle spirit, quiet strength, and the unconditional love he gave his family. His steady presence and generous heart will be deeply missed and forever cherished.

Memorial Service celebrating Marty’s life will be held at First Christian Church of Fort Worth in downtown Fort Worth at a later date. Details will be announced once arrangements are finalized.

Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in Marty’s honor are invited to donate to First Christian Church of Fort Worth or the Gladney Center for Adoption, two organizations that hold special meaning for Marty and his family.