Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Jim was my only uncle. He died when I was in 9th grade. He is survived by his son and younger sister. Jim's daughter passed away years ago. She did have children that made Jim a "grandfather".
Jim would never know them in this life!

Keith Hodges

September 27, 2022

Officer Moon,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USCG. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Paratus!

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

September 27, 2021

Rest in peace always and know that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 27, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Moon.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

September 26, 2019

I met Officer Moon when I was 15. I babysat his kids for him and his wife. Would see him on patrol sometimes and he would always stop and speak, want to know how I was doing. Was so totally shocked when I found out he had been murdered. I still occasionally take flowers to his grave and remember him as the great person he was.

Evelyn Hammock
friend

January 9, 2019

You are missed Brother. R. I. P.

Trf Ofc. (ret) G V Daunhauer
Jacksonville Sheriff Office

September 28, 2018

I remember this day well. I was 9 years old. My dad, JSO retired/deceased Gilbert D. Cannon Jr. telephoned my mom that day, advising her of his friend Jimmy Moon's death.
It is sad that one evil person can create many emotions and affect so many people that don't even know each other. For the surviving family of Officer Moon, I have never and will never forget your lost.
His death was in the back of my mind very often while I myself was on duty. Maybe his death helped me and others in law enforcement survive.
Officer Jimmy Moon you are a true hero. Thank you for your service.

Retired Deputy Gary D. Cannon
Clay County Florida Sheriff's Office

August 12, 2018

The Sheriffs of Florida and their deputies will never forget the sacrifice you and your family made to uphold our laws and protect society.

Your name has been inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs and the National Law Enforcement Memorial and in our hearts. May you forever rest in peace.

A scripture inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs Law Enforcement Memorial:

"Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they shall be called the children
of God." Matthew 5:9

Executive Director Steve Casey
Florida Sheriffs Association

August 20, 2016

My name is Reginald Peters I am the nephew of the man who killed officer moon. I am retired Detroit police officer. Who was shots four times in the line of duty. My prayer are for your family. I was 2yrs old when my uncle killed officer moon.i join the Marines in 1988 from their I joined the Detroit police department in 1994. many nights while on patrol in Detroit I used to think about officer moon because it people liked my uncle who want to hurt us and that kept me ready at all times. my Jesus blessed your families

Retired Detroit officer Reginald Peters
Detroit police department

August 13, 2016

My name is Reginald Peters I am the nephew of the man who killed officer moon. I am retired Detroit police officer. Who was shots four times in the line of duty. My prayer are for your family. I was 2yrs old when my uncle killed officer moon.i join the Marines in 1988 from their I joined the Detroit police department in 1994. many nights while on patrol in Detroit I used to think about officer moon because it people liked my uncle who want to hurt us and that kept me ready at all times. my Jesus blessed your families

Retired Detroit officer Reginald Peters
Detroit police department

August 13, 2016

As Officer Moon was putting me in the back of a police car he stated that if I had any rabbit in me he would shoot me. That was an extreme thing to say for a minor misdemeanor.
I like to think he was trying to make it as unpleasant as possible to help me as we attended the same Church, Beaver Street Baptist, church members and was a casual family friend.
I was never sure if he was baiting me but as I read these reflections it reassures me that he was a good guy.
His killer should not see a free day. Ricky Wollitz

Raymond Wollitz Jr.
FIRE DEPT/ Church Family

July 12, 2016

officer Moon also had a profound affect in my life when I was very young. I am very glad to have known him.

Robert Frye
none

August 20, 2013

Dear Grandpa,

I will never get to meet you in this life, and you will never be able to hold my son your great grandson, because of the travesty that happened on that night. I hear stories from my Grandma and my uncle (your son), about the things that you did and the man that you were. And I am sad to say that we didn't get the opportunity to share some of life's greatest moments. I will see you someday I am sure. I know that you are loved and still missed very much. I am glad to know that you are my grandpa and hope that I am making you proud.

James Dean Keith
Grandson

July 15, 2013

Dear Cousin Jimmy,

I was only 10 years old when your life was taken in such a horrible way, but I remember you and I remember how sad I was when I heard the terrible news of what happened to you. Today I had the privilege of spending a few moments with your precious mama, my aunt Bessie, as she was making preparations to join you in heaven. I also got to meet your handsome son James for the very first time. I look forward to the day when I too will join you all for that grand family reunion.

Apryl Gray Price
Cousin

April 9, 2013

My heart and prayers are with the family of this hero today and always. We will never forget.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

September 27, 2012

Yesterday (9-12-12), Lonnie Miller Jr. (J.S.O. retired and the FL State F.O.P. 1st Vice President), Charles Shinholser (C.O.P.S. N.E. FL Chapter President), J.S.O. Assistant Chief Chris Butler, and I, attended the parole hearing for Jimmy's murderer, Calvin Wilbert. The Parole Commissioners allowed all four of us to speak. We requested that his parole request be denied and that his next scheduled parole hearing be extended from five years to seven years.

The victim's advocate brought to the attention of the Board that over 300 e-mail letters had been received, most through ODMP, that requested Mr. Wilbert's parole request be denied.

The commissioners voted unanimously to deny Mr. Wilbert's request for parole, and to extend his next parole hearing date to seven years. Your voices are being heard.

God bless Jimmy and God bless the Moon family. I want to thank each and every one of you that showed an interest in not allowing Jimmy's murderer in leave prison.

Officer Mark Muchowicz
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
Board of Directors, F.O.P. Jacksonville Lodge 5-30

Officer Mark Muchowicz
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office

September 13, 2012

Officer Moon Sir, I have received a letter from the Florida Parole Commission which I include in this Reflection today. I hope this thug is never free again and the Victims Services Supervisor from the Commission was very helpful:
Tuesday, September 04, 2012

Mr. Bob Reed


RE: Wilbert, Calvin
Dear Mr. Reed:

# 033370

I received your letter and I have marked it confldential and have placed it in the file so it will be
available to the Commissioners prior to their making their decision. The offender is scheduled
to have an extraordinary hearing on September 12, 2012 The issue to be decided at that
hearing is whether or not to parole the subject. In the past, the Commission deciined to parole
the offenderand suspended his parole date at February 11,2003. As part of that process the
Commission drafted an order stating the reasons that the offender was not fit to be paroled.
The examiner that interviewed the offender for the upcoming hearing is not recommending
parole. Keep in mind that parole in Florida is a grace not a right. Since the offender is serving
a Life sentence, he does not ever have to be paroled.

Please call me anytime at (855)850-8196 or e-mail me at and I will
be glad to discuss this case in depth and update you on the location and status of the inmate. I
look forward to hearing from you in the near future.

Retired Police Officer Bob Reed
South Lake Tahoe Police Department

September 8, 2012

A "No Parole" letter for the thug that killed you has been sent. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. They should not have to endure such hardships after their sacrifice.
You will never be forgotten!

Kristi
Surviving Daughter of Special Agent J. Robert Porter
Federal Bureau of Investigation
E.O.W. 8/9/79

September 7, 2012

God Bless

Dave
None

August 28, 2012

Thank You Sir for your service. My Letter will go out today. May peace be with you and your family, God bless you, brother of the badge.

Retired Police Officer Bob Reed
South Lake Tahoe Police Department

August 27, 2012

I WILL BE SENDING MY LETTER TODAY!
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

TOM FAIRLEY
FORMER POLICE OFFICER

August 27, 2012

We have sent our parole letter. We hope this monster never gets out of prison!!!
You are a hero & an angel. God bless you & your family.

D/S Timothy Hernandez & D/S Christina Hernandez
Escambia County S/O

August 26, 2012

Jimmy Moon was my neighbor in Jacksonville. He and his dear wife hired me as a 12-year-old boy to mow their grass. He patiently put up with my inconsistent mowing and likely less-than-best landscaping. He was always kind and encouraging. He took the initiative to reach out to me and I am grateful. I looked up to him then and still do.

Civilian; Mark Bordeaux
Friend

August 3, 2012

Rest in Peace, Officer Moon. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

February 14, 2012

As another EOW has come, we will never forget the sacrifice that you and your family made for all of us. May you continue to rest in peace Officer Moom. HEROES live forever, and you sir are a hero.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

Deb

September 27, 2011