Jason William Moore, 21

Jason was a great young man and a wonderful son. He made himself known to the neighborhood early on. He must have been in grade school when he lit some sort of little rocket that went off in his face. He was airlifted to a San Diego hospital. He comes from a military family and he and his dad did weekend maneuvers together before he was sent over. Last Monday was the 5th anniversary of his death. He turned 21 overseas. Losing a child is not something his parents will ever get over. His room is still his room. Bill and Gale just put one foot in front of the other. Let's all work towards living the words "let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me."

Every time I drive by the Moore's house I think of the day I heard that their son had been killed in Iraq. I saw Bill (Jason's Dad) out front and although I didn't know him very well I jumped out of my car and went up to him and said "I just heard" He sobbed in my arms. I will never forget feeling his pain in that moment. As the mother of a 19 year old son I can't even think of how I would get through what they have lived through everyday. What a senseless loss of a young life.
Bill and Gale - know that I always think of what a tremendous sacrifice your family has made by having your son serve our country.

My husband,Bill, and I met Jason's family before our homes in San Marcos were finished. They told us they were making this move to put their children in a better neighborhood. Living next door we saw him grow from a kid into a fine young man, one who was interested in the Civil Air Patrol (as I remember) and in becoming a service member. I can see him yet, interacting with his mother's little day-care children and his always giving me a big smile when our paths crossed. I think of him often and always when I put "Old Glory" up to honor all our present and past servicemen and women.

It was such a sad day when the fate of Jason was revealed. He touched the lives of so many, in our neighbor hood. He will never be forgotten by those who knew him. Our hearts and Prayers will always be with Gale & Bill and family.

Jean Monico, Neighbor
May 26, 2008

Jason was a wonderful and adventureous young man. It seems like it was only yesterday that he was out playing with our young sons. Our kids bedroom windows faced each other and they could talk back and forth to each other. When I think of him, I can't help but see that fun-loving boy from years ago. He grew into a young man that any parent would be proud of....We are proud to have known him.

To have watched this young boy reach his goal of becoming a Marine, willing to serve his country and fight for the freedom of others, is truly an honor. He will always be remembered for achieving his dream, and for the sacrifice he made to help others achieve thiers.

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7 years have gone by so fast. not a day goes by that i dont think of jason. he was my best friend. im proud to call him a brother and friend. his sacrifice and the sacrifice of all soldiers should weight heavy on the minds of the rest of us that get to sleep under the blanket of freedom that they have unselfishly defended for us. true warriors. every day i wake and thank him for giving me the ability to live as a proud patriot in the greatest country in the world. i miss him and the memory and legacy of jason moore will continue to live as long as im breathing. i love you "j"

He was loved and is remembered.

I don’t even know where to begin. It is now officially 8 years since you left, and I miss you so much. I have cried all day. This 8th anniversary has by far been one of the harder ones. I wish I knew why but maybe it’s because your niece is older now and asks so many more specific questions or it’s because I have never forgotten or been able to heal. I actually never thought I would I guess I just thought it would get a little easier; not harder. I tell her so many stories about you and show her pictures. She always tells me she misses you and loves you. She also says “Its not fair I didn’t get to see Uncle Ja”. I tell her to look at your picture and never forget, and I tell her how great of an uncle you would be. She always says “I know mom” and gives me hugs. I love you so much Ja and I couldn’t miss you anymore. I wish it didn’t hurt so bad…….

Today, I had the honor of playing music with my band mates to raise money for Project New Hope at a Marine League Club in Massachusetts. Four years ago, I received a bracelet with the name of Jason William Moore engraved upon it. Since then I feel that he has inspired me to take a special interest in helping those who have served and are serving to protect freedom in our world.
I'm not sure if he was a musician but I have proudly worn his name and feel that he has spent many hours on stage with me, raising money for those who are in need. Today the name of Lance Cprl. Jason William Moore has been shared with many. We honor his memory and sacrifice. God Bless our Fallen Heros! And God Bless the family that has sacrificed so much for us!