James Dawson Moyer

James Dawson (JD) Moyer, 39, died August 3, 2016. JD was born in Princeton, NJ on May 31, 1977. He was the son of Nina Moyer and Lee Moyer, who predeceased his son. JD graduated from the University of Vermont where he played lacrosse. After his graduation in 2000 he moved to San Diego, CA and joined a group of college lacrosse players who helped develop youth lacrosse on the west coast. As a coach, JD had an ability to inspire, motivate and bring out the best in each player. He was more than a coach, he was a teacher, mentor and friend to all. He is survived by his beloved wife, Lauren Moyer, his children Will and Molly, his mother Nina Moyer and brothers Andy (Anne) and Mike (Shaina), his nephews Eli and Charlie and many very special cousins, aunts and uncles. JD was First Vice President at Alliant Insurance Services. An education fund for the children is being set up by his employer, Alliant. Donations in JD’s memory will be collected for two months and may be made out to Alliant Insurance Services, c/o Mariane Holmes, 1301 Dove Street, Suite 200, Newport Beach CA 92660. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 27th at 10:00 am at St. Therese of Carmel Catholic Church in San Diego, CA.