Melvin Lee Moeschberger

January 9, 2019

Dr. Melvin Lee Moeschberger, 78, Fishers, passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at his home in Fishers. He was born to Howard and Luella (Steiner) Moeschberger in Berne, Ind.

Mel earned his degrees from Taylor University, Ohio University, North Carolina State University and the University of North Carolina. He was a professor of Biostatistics and Public Health at The Ohio State University for 30 years and University of Missouri for 10 years. He authored numerous articles and books in his field. Mel was elected a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. He had a deep faith in Jesus, which guided his life of service in his church, community and work, particularly in his ministry with international students. Mel enjoyed golf, baseball and basketball.

He is survived by the love of his life, Sandra Jo Moeschberger; daughters, Michelle (Randy) Crowder and Suzy (Kevin) Roth; son, Dr. Scott (Jennifer) Moeschberger; and sister, Linda (Tim) Langel. His grandchildren, Kaelie, Cassie, Caleb, Ivy, Ian, Abbie, Josh, Kendra, Jonathon, Ciaran and Ronan brought him great joy.

Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, January 11, 2019 at Grace Church Fishers, 12450 Olio Road, Fishers. Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at Grace Church Fishers, with Pastor Kevin Roth officiating with an additional hour of visitation prior to the service. Burial will be at Highland Cemetery in Fishers.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hands of Hope, 14350 Mundy Drive, Suite 800 #119, Noblesville, IN 46060, or Melvin and Sandra Moeschberger Scholarship Fund at Taylor University, 236 W. Reade Ave., Upland, IN 46989, or International Friendship, Inc., 250 N. High St., Suite 200, Columbus, OH 43202.

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Arrangements

Calling: 4 to 6 p.m., Jan. 11; 10 to 11 a.m., Jan. 12

Service: 11 a.m., Jan. 12

Location: Grace Church Fishers

Condolences: randallroberts.com