Robert James Moore III

RJ was born on August 23, 1957, in Tacoma WA to Jean and Robert James Moore Jr. His

grandfather founded the Tacoma Boat Company in Washington. RJ was the youngest of four

and the only boy. RJ went to Washington State University and graduated from the National

University in San Diego California, with a BA in Business Management. He was on the Dean's

list and honor roll. He worked for RJM Marine Consulting until 1985 when he was hired by the

Federal Aviation Administration. He worked as an air traffic controller for 28 years at Oakland

ARTCC. He also had his private pilot's license. It was his experience as both a pilot and an air

traffic controller that once helped him assist a pilot, stuck above the clouds. RJ's efforts helped

guide the pilot to land safely. RJ retired at the age of 56.

In 1987 RJ met the love of his life, Nicole, and they married on June 2, 1992. They spent the

first part of their lives together living in the mountains of Santa Cruz in California. They

eventually moved to Brentwood CA and it was there that they raised their son, Matthew, along

with RJ's daughters, Laura and Rachel, from a previous marriage. While living in Brentwood,

RJ was an active member of the Golden Hills Community Church. He spent 20 years teaching

Sunday School and sharing God's love.

In RJ's free time he would take his children camping and skiing. He loved the sunshine, the

water, and the outdoors. He loved dancing with his wife, golfing, and making the best grilled

cheese sandwiches.

When RJ retired, he, Nicole, and Matthew moved to Port Charlotte FL. They built a home there

and RJ rediscovered his passions for boating, fishing, and playing bridge. He joined the South

Cove Yacht Club with Nicole and spent time at the Elk’s Lodge making many friends. He and

Nicole attended the Englewood United Methodist Church. RJ loved having his daughters and

grandchildren visit. He would take them out boating and fishing. They spent countless hours in

the pool.

RJ was a kind and generous person. He was known for his personable nature, his sense of

humor, and his down-to-earth quality. He touched everyone’s heart. He brightened the room

and filled our lives with joy. RJ will forever be missed.

RJ is preceded in death by his father, Robert James Moore Jr, and his stepfather, David

Holcomb. He is survived by his wife, Nicole Moore, his children, Laura Hsieh, Rachel Moore,

and Matthew Moore, his grandchildren, Tristan Moore, Chandler Hsieh, and Edward Hsieh, his

mother, Jean Holcomb, his sisters, Shirley (Walter) Hartlauer, Barbara (Michael) Flatley, and

Deborah (Paul) Doty, and his niece, Alexandra Thompson. He leaves numerous relatives in the

Tacoma WA area.

A celebration of RJ’s life will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at Englewood United Methodist

Church at 11:30 a.m. All are welcome to attend and share stories. For those that cannot

attend, there

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lemonbayfh.com for the Moore family.