Leadership

Founder of Mothers of Murdered Angels (MOMA), Melinda Hamilton is bringing healing to young hearts through her new children’s book The Butterfly From Heaven. Inspired by love, loss, and faith, the story helps children understand grief while discovering hope. Celebrate Women’s Herstory Month with Melinda at her special book signing event at The Dock Bookshop in Fort Worth.

In this heartfelt interview with Voyage Dallas, Melinda Hamilton recounts how personal tragedies fueled the creation of Mothers of Murdered Angels (MOMA). Learn how she turned grief into action—supporting families, speaking on gun violence, and advocating for justice, even stepping onto the national stage at the White House.

Mothers of Murdered Angels (MOMA) is proud to welcome Judge Mary Ellen Hicks and John Reed to its Board of Directors. These two impactful leaders bring decades of experience in law, advocacy, and community outreach to help guide MOMA in its mission to turn pain into purpose and support families affected by gun violence.