Gavin Duke William Moon (June 30, 2015 - December 25, 2022) was called back to his heavenly home after a long battle with a rare form of Leukemia and other unknown neurological health issues. He passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, in his sleep Christmas morning surrounded by his family after what he called his “best day ever,” in Bear Lake thanks to Christmas for Cancer Families, who gave Gavin the best send-off he could have dreamed of.
Gavin was loved by so many and touched the lives of everyone he came in contact with. Though he was diagnosed with cancer when he was only an infant and didn’t know life any other way, he never let it keep him down and fought back every step of the way. As he would regularly say, “I’m gonna kick cancer’s butt!” He always did his best to keep up with his big sister Jasmine and little brother Jordy, who he loved more than anything in the world. He loved baseball, especially the Boston Red Sox and San Francisco Giants, playing t-ball and mini golf, cruising the trails on his bike, going to Disneyland to ride his favorite “Guardians of the Galaxy” ride, and singing along to his favorite song “Chicken Fried.”
While his time with us was cut short, his life was anything but. He took adventure with him wherever he went - whether it was a hospital room, the stadium or the mountain slopes.
He dreamed of one day playing Major League Baseball, and that dream became a reality when he hit it out of the ballpark on Christmas Day and was recruited for the undefeated MLB team in the sky.
He is survived by his mother Jenny Moon, father Brad Moon, big sister Jasmine, and little brother Jordy.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to one of the following cancer foundations that supported the Moon family during Gavin’s life:
• Buster Posey’s BP28 Foundation
• The UCSF Benioff Children’s Family House
• Christmas for Cancer Families
Funeral services for Gavin will be held at 11AM on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at the Larkin Mortuary in Riverton, 3688 West 12600 South. A visitation for friends and family will be held prior to the services beginning at 9:30AM. Interment to follow at the Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery in Sandy, Utah. His favorite color was red, so friends and family are requested to wear something red in his honor.
To view the previously held funeral services, click the "Watch Services" link above.
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
I never had the pleasure of knowing Gavin, yet through all the postings his incredible spirit shone through. Gabin’s love for life, his indomitable strength, and the pure joy he found in every new experience showed all that life is about the journey. To lose such a wonderful child is heart wrenching. My thoughts and prayers are with all those he touched. His life is an inspiration. God bless 🙏🙏😔
My sweet friends, I am so sorry for your loss. This little man showed us how to fight for life, God will reward him as valiant. Condolences to your family and friends. No more pain at last. Love Mo Jones.
I helped out in the Mr. PVHS fundraiser for your son. Gavin was truly an inspiration to us all. Thank you for raising such an amazing son! Keep staying strong and know that angels are watching over you and so is Gavin.
Sorry I can not attend but I will be watching the video and be there in spirit!!! Continue prayers for you guys.
If I could take your heartbreak and lock it away forever, I would! Gavin was so sweet and good.
I loved being his “grandma keri” he taught us so much about bravery and strength, about being positive and serving. We love you all!
So very heartily sorry for your family. Gavin is a wonderful little guy and will be so missed. Praying for peace and comfort for your family in the upcoming days. ❤️
Jenny and family, You and your family are in my prayers. May the memories of Gavin stay forever in your heart.
You’ve been in my heart and mind a lot Jenny. Your experience of faith and long suffering with your precious, brave and courageous little Gavin and losing him in the morning of his sweet life is writing a distinct and significant song on your heart. One that will long remain steeped in love and loss. Even though the cords of grief and pain are strongly present, and always will be, there are promised cords of gracious harmony already resolving, blessed by peace and deep deep joy because you love him so much and you know you will have and hold him again. He will stay with you! In your heart and in all your crazy, good, hard, delightful, messy, treasured memories. Please write them down.
We pray for you Jenny, for your beautiful children and family. I pray you’ll draw closer to Christ in this holy place of grief and loss. Beyond your tears of sorrow may you find that relief and rest of comfort, strength and hope in the tender merciful arms of our loving Savior.
We‘re here to help support and bear you up Jenny. Sending you all our love and prayers. ♥️🍃🙏
Jenny,
I am so heartbroken to hear of the passing of your baby angel, Gavin. This was a beautiful tribute that has brought me to tears. Whenever I think of you Jenny, laughter and smiles come to my memories... I know that is what you instilled into your beautiful children's lives - such as Gavin. It looks like that kid was so full of light, joy, and strength. Even though I never got to meet him, you can just tell the kind and FEEL the kind of kid he was through his soul and heart. I love you Jenny and thinking of you and praying so much for your family. I recently moved out of Utah and for once, I wish I was still in the state to be there with you. Unfortunately, I am out of the country - but I will be watching the service.
Rest in peace MVP Gavin! And I love you Jenny!
Jenny,
I am so heartbroken to hear of the passing of your baby angel, Gavin. This was a beautiful tribute that has brought me to tears. Whenever I think of you Jenny, laughter and smiles come to my memories... I know that is what you instilled into your beautiful children's lives - such as Gavin. It looks like that kid was so full of light, joy, and strength. Even though I never got to meet him, you can just tell the kind and FEEL the kind of kid he was through his soul and heart. I love you Jenny and thinking of you and praying so much for your family. I recently moved out of Utah and for once, I wish I was still in the state to be there with you. Unfortunately, I am out of the country - but I will be watching the service.
Rest in peace MVP Gavin! And I love you Jenny!
I am so sorry for your loss Jenny. Such a sweet and beautiful boy. I am praying for you and the whole family. I know you will find a way to ensure his memory lives on.
I spoke to Sherry so often about Gavin from the day he was diagnosed. He was always in our prayers and he was part of our ZW family. Sherry shared his love and progress with us and even after I retired and Sherry left ZW. We followed his posts and send our prayers and love when ever we could. What a beautiful little angel and such a strong family that loved and supported him. God knew what he was doing when he placed you in his pathway. Know he is happy in heaven... and will forever live in your hearts. May God bless you all and know my prayers are with you and your little angel. Gavin you taught us all what true strength is. You earned your crown of glory!
Love and kisses for you, Jenny. You have been such a good mother and you bore it all with so much love in your heart. I pray that you will be comforted in knowing that Gavin no longer has any pain or health concerns. He is enjoying his perfect spirit body and undoubtedly has been held in the arms of the Savior. May the angels watch over you as you bear the grief of being separated from your baby. Remember, you will hold him again in full joy and peace.
Angela and Robert snd I love you all forever.
Our deepest condolences on your loss. Our council made a donation to Christmas for Cancer families in memory of Gavin Moon. Our prayers are with him and your family!
So sorry for your loss wish we had gotten to know him he seemed so precious our hearts are broken for you our prayers are with all y’all at this difficult time
I am so sorry for your loss. Our father always talked about what a great kid he was and would share stories about all your adventures together. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family at this time. May God bring you comfort and Peace
Our deepest condolences for the loss of Gavin. Over the past several years we have come to know Gavin through his Grandpa Bill, and we have been touched by the stories Bill has shared with us of Gavin’s courage and tenacity in fighting his disease. Through Bill we learned how much Gavin enjoyed spending time with his family and getting to do things that other kids do. May the good Lord give you strength during this difficult time, and please know that you will remain in our prayers. Gavin will always be a hero to us.
Jenny, I know there is nothing that I can say to ease your pain of losing that precious little angel. He lived a full life in his 7 1/2 years because you saw that he did. God knew what he was doing when he made you Gavin’s Momma because he knew you would be the perfect Mother for him. Gavin touched so many people with his strong will and determination and was sure an inspiration to me. I will continue praying for all of you. I love you sweet Jenny
I just heard the news. And my heart is aching immensely for your family. I wanted nothing more than for him to overcome this. But I suppose in a way, he has. He lived his life through the unimaginable. He endured to the end & now he gets to rest. Or even the opposite of rest. He can run without getting winded, play & play without tire.
But before he plays I’m sure he’ll be busy taking the time to attend to you, being with you through your sorrow. I know he’ll be with you for the rest of your entire life. Never missing a beat. He’ll guide you & give you strength when you feel you have none. He will give you signs, look for things that grab your attention- Butterflies, Bunnies, Feathers, Birds or Hummingbirds. Anything that feels a little out of the ordinary or gets your attention. Those will be signs from him reminding you that he is with you or he just wants to simply say “Hi!” Or “I love you.” You’ll be able to feel it in your heart. Don’t be afraid to speak to him, he’ll be right there listening.
I wish I could be there to give you a big hug. Had I found out earlier I probably would have considered coming & so I could give you one. I felt like he was my little buddy fighting along side me. He was such a good example to still find a reason to smile. And a reminder to stay strong & don’t give up. Having personally suffered through the feeding tubes & feeling so sick & lethargic. He may not be happy not to be with you right now, but I can promise you one thing! He sure is a happy boy not to feel all the pain, fatigue & sickness. He’s an amazing lil guy & he is lucky to have the best parents in the universe!! I don’t speak of him in pas-tense because he’s not really gone. He’s just not visible anymore to our eyes unfortunately. Nope, he’ll be forever present in your lives. And he’s more alive than any of us are. Just in a different kind of way.
Praying for peace upon your aching hearts. Love you all so so very much.
Hugs.
Love, Tara Tatton
Jenny and Sherry, We are so sad and sorry for the loss of Gavin. The service today was very heartfelt and was absolutely wonderful the way everyone celebrated Gavin’s beautiful life. Sherry you can be very proud of all your children. Gavin was a Star in everything he did. He will be truly missed. We love all of you. Linda and Bob
You don’t know me, but I feel I know you. I am so grateful to be a part of this journey and so incredibly inspired by Gavin’s strength. Please know my heart is with you and I you ever need a great friend, I’m here always. From one mom to another, I love you.
I just now read of this loss of Facebook. My thoughts and prayers to this family. Gavin had a tough journey in his young life but he was always surrounded by his family that loved him. God Bless!