Marie Theresa Moriarty (Stock)
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Marie’s earthly journey ended in the same way she lived her life, with unwavering faith, dignity, and grace. On August 9, 2025, just 11 days before her 98th birthday, she was peacefully summoned back to her Creator. Marie was predeceased by her loving husband David, her parents, Frank and Frances Stock, her grandson Ryan, and her son-in-law Jim Hauser. Marie is survived by her children, Thomas & Nicole, Lawrence & Fiona, Frances & Jim Sweeney, Paul & Claudia, Catherine Hauser, David & Jayne, Peter, and Susan & Steve Leach. Marie’s adoring grandchildren will miss their Grandma Rie deeply: Alexis & Ryan Duquette, Jason, Patrick & Kelly, Meaghan Sweeney, Courtney, Colin & Jenny, Tyler & Sarah, Sean & Tana, Kayleigh, Ian & Aimee, Kelsey, Sarah & Shawn Rooney, Hannah & Julia Hauser, along with their children, Marie’s great-grandchildren, Gavin, Brody, Hayden, Kamden, Mila & Ryan, Brayden, Mason, Emma & Tessa, Jack & Rowan. Marie leaves behind her beloved sister, Sally Eckert, her life-long friend, Sister Marie Michael, SSJ and special niece & nephew, Patty & Darrell Loomis. She is survived by many nieces, nephews, friends and dear neighbors.
Mom dedicated her life to her family, her fierce Christian faith, and to her churches (Holy Redeemer, St. Charles Borromeo and Our Mother of Sorrows). Marie was a Registered Nurse and volunteered for the Red Cross for over 20 years. She played the organ and piano for many years at various churches, along with serving on many committees at church and her children’s schools. Marie & Dave were active in the social justice causes of their time. They tried to live their lives in the likeness of Jesus. Both volunteered at overnight shelters and up until Dave’s illness in 2009, you could find them many mornings delivering surplus food to Rochester area food cupboards.
Marie was an extraordinarily generous woman who selflessly gave from her heart and always placed others ahead of herself. She befriended many along her life journey and believed in making a difference for all. She was never afraid of a challenge or taking a stand for what she believed in.
Marie was an excellent cook, but an even better baker. She had a special brand of magic; people seemed to instantly connect with her when they met her. Perhaps it was her positive attitude, welcoming spirit or that dazzling smile!
Although we are heartbroken by Mom’s passing, she had a long, wonderful life as a faithful servant. As we reflect on the many blessings given to us, Marie Theresa Stock Moriarty is at the top of our list! We are forever grateful to the exceptional caregivers at Hamilton Manor Nursing Home who provided wonderful care and made Mom’s final chapter dignified and safe.
Friends may call Wednesday (August 13th) from 4-7 pm at Vay-Schleich and Meeson, 1075 Long Pond Road, Rochester, 14626. Marie’s Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by her former paperboy, Fr. Robert Werth, at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3003 Dewey Avenue on (August 14th) at 11:00 AM. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Donations in Marie’s memory may be made to the Bath VA Medical Center, Attn: Voluntary Service, 76 Veterans Ave, Bath, NY 14810.
Aunt Marie was a loving, caring lady. We were always treated to something warm from the oven, a big beautiful smile, and often an invitation to swim, stay for a meal, come by for a visit. She was one in a million and we will all miss her very much. Heaven has a new angel today!
You will always be a big part of my childhood. Rest in peace Mrs. Moriarty, I love you.
Leaba I measc na Naomh go raibh ag Marie dilis. ( that Marie have a bed among the saints) an old Irish blessing. May her generous soul rest in peace. She will be welcomed in Heaven by Dave and all who loved her gone before. May the many, many wonderful memories you have sustain you at this sad time and in the months ahead. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Aunt Marie was such a warm, kind woman. I know that everyone she met was better for knowing her. She will be missed, but now the whole gang is together in heaven.
What a beautiful spirit and special person. Stacy and Lisa Bell loved her and always enjoyed any time that we were able to spend with her while we were in Rochester. Our prayers are with the entire family.
Fran – What a beautiful obituary. I feel you have many of the same attributes as your mom. May she rest in peace. Laurie
You were a special part of our neighborhood and I’ll never forget how she cared for my rist when I put my hand through the front glass door, or the many times Susie and I would lock ourselves in the cabana playing hide and seek and she would tell us to unlock the door, I’m sure Jesus is saying well done my good and faithful servant!!!
Marie and Dave were truly a blessing in our lives. They made moving into the neighborhood feel like we were family. They both lived with faith and conviction. Rest in eternal peace Marie.
To The Moriarty Family, I am deeply saddened by the passing of your mother, grandmother, aunt and cousin.
I fondly recall seeing her many, manyntimes throughout my life and each time I would see her she would call me Jimmy and giving me a big hug. Whether it was in my youth at baby showers of my aunts or other family members, which my Mom hosted, family weddings, including mine, family reunions or at church she treated me like I was special and in my mind that made her special. I didn’t know until I was a teenager that she married into the family. Her mother-in-law Grace, was my grandfather’s sister. Up until that time I thought her and Corrine (who also treated me very well) were sisters and that was the connection to our family.
Fast forward to the last few years, I was in a golf league at Deerfield. As I went to check in to get a cart, as I would always ask how she was doing, either Dave or Paul would give her a call so that I could talk with her. We would always have a good conversation. She was a special person to me!
It is my hope that your memories of her, are as special to each of you as they were to me and that they will help sustain you during this difficult time.
May she Rest in God’s everlasting Peace.
Jim Schoeneman
Beautifully written for a beautiful soul. Our condolences to the Moriarty family.
Aunt Marie did indeed leave all she met feeling important and loved. What a gift she had ! She and Uncle David let the light of Christ shine in such a beautiful way. I am so thankful they were in my life .
Aunt Marie was a very special person. Boundless energy and humor. When she stopped by our house we always knew something delicious was coming. The ultimate hostess. Kind and genuine. Rest in eternal peace. M
To Marie’s family,
I went to school with Larry, and I’m married to Patti, Peggy Mike and Bobby ‘s cousin Steve Collins.
We want to offer our heartfelt condolences to all of you for your loss..
What a wonderful tribute to a wonderful lady.
Marie and family became our next door neighbors in December 1961–weren’t we blessed? Marie was always so sweet and kind and helpful– you can imagine how much we shared over all these years! Marie’s generosity and caring for others showed the love she had in her heart for her Lord and His children. Her friendship was a wonderful gift to all of us who knew her. Rest in peace, dear friend!
What wonderful memories I have of Mrs. Moriarty! I was fortunate to grow up next door to the Moriarty’s and not only was Marie always so kind and caring towards me, but to my children as well! They all remember how sweet she always was, and also all the times they went swimming in the pool! She was a woman of strong faith and determination…if she came across some kind of obstacle, she would find a way to move it or go around it! She always had a heart for others, and was so interested in hearing about my life as I got older. Heaven gained a very special woman, and I am so thankful to have known her all these years. My sincere condolences to the entire Moriarty family…she will be greatly missed.
I would like to thank Mrs. Marie Moriarty family for in trusting her care with all of us here at Hamilton Manor, Marie was a very special lady, we all Loved her greatly she will forever hold a special place in all our hearts, I loved hearing her talk about being a nurse Marie took great pride in being a nurse and she Love sharing great memories about all her beautiful children and love talking with friends here at Hamilton Manor. My sincere condolences to the entire family. May GOD continue to Bless the entire family We Love you All.
I feel very fortunate to have had Mrs. Moriarty as a neighbor for many years. She was the matriarch of a very open and welcoming home that made everyone who ever visited feel special. Being a piano player, she had a good ear for music and would occasionally give approval to some of the rock music Peter and I would listen to…much to our surprise!
Thank you Mrs. Moriarty for raising a nice family and being a great neighbor!
I had the pleasure of living in the neighborhood with the Moriarty’s. Our families were not only neighbors but friends. Marie was such a kind and generous person. Always there to help in any way possible. It was a privilege knowing her. May she rest in peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Deepest sympathies in the loss of someone so special.
Growing up on Oakbriar Drive and having Mrs. Moriarty be in my life was truly a great blessing. She was such a positive and upbeat influence in all the kids that grew up there. She was always welcoming, as the Moriarty home was the go-to home for us kids. Her faith was evident by the way she treated others and the way she raised her family. God truly blessed all of with having Mrs. Moriarty in our lives, you see she helped raise all of us neighbor kids too.
Deepest sympathies go out to Thomas, Larry Fran, Paul, Cathy, David, Peter, Susan and all of your children.