James J. "Jim" Peters Jr.

James J. "Jim" Peters Jr. , 77, passed away Sunday, May 29, 2011, at the Margaret Z. Dozier Hospice House surrounded by his loving family.

Jim had been a Florida Highway Patrol Officer for a number of years. He took an early retirement and began the N.F. Firearms Training Center in Bryceville. He was a member of Bryceville Baptist Church and a Navy Veteran.

Jim made Tallahassee his home in October of 2006, coming from Jacksonville.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Peters, a son, Steve Peters (Glena) of Bryceville, two daughters; Cindy Ekberg (Mike) of Tallahassee and Tonda Durden ( Kirk) of Albany, GA, two step-sons; Eddie McCord (Michelle) of Crawfordville and Cliff McCord of Woodville, his sister, Florence Russell of Riverside, CA, 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, June 4, 2011 at Faith Baptist Church with interment to follow in Culley's MeadowWood Memorial Park. Family will receive friends in church from 1:00 pm until the service time. Memorials May be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee , Fl 32308. Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home, 700 Timberlane Road is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Tallahassee Democrat on Jun. 1, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for James Peters

17 Entries

June 23, 2011

Betty I am so sorry for your loss. I just finished sitting here and reading all about how kind, patient, professional, caring, and loving your husband was he sounds like a wonderful husband, father and friend. I will say a prayer for him and your family, although I know he in now in the loving arms of our lord. RIP Jim

Brenda Tesser ( Canada)

Judy M. stayton

June 4, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Peter Bucher

June 3, 2011

Betty, Gerri and I will always remember your family's thoughtfullness in taking us into your home when I was a new Trooper in Jacksonville. We are saddened by your loss and regret that we will be unable to attend the services. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. JJ was an outstanding fellow Trooper and a gentleman. He was always willing to help others and assisted me in becoming the Trooper I was. God Bless.

Cindy Peters-Ekberg

June 3, 2011

Daddy, we will meet again one day, You maybe gone, but I will surely never forget you...thank YOu for being my Daddy!!!

Michael Juliano

June 2, 2011

I had the honor of meeting Jim when I went through his firearms course to become an armed security officer. His instruction was among the best I had ever received. At the end of the course, I discoverd my vehicle had a dead battery. He gave me a ride home, to Orange Park. What A wonderful person he was. I never forgot him. I became a Florida state trooper several months after attending his course. I pray that God will bring peace and comfort to his family during this difficult time. I know he will be greatly missed.

Stan Ferreira

June 2, 2011

Jim,"Pete" Peters was a long-time, true friend. Our lives were blessed by knowing him. He will be missed. Stan and Sherry Ferreira.

Ron Dahly

June 2, 2011

My hero growing up was my Uncle Jimmy, who taught me how to hunt and shoot safely, by the time I'd reached 15. I have many happy memories surrounding just about every hour I was able to spend with him - this giant among men who stood taller than Paul Bunyan, with the skills of Davey Crockett.
I'll always remember you...

Mary Vrska

June 2, 2011

Betty & Family:

We are sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. We pray for God to comfort at this time and know he was loved by his family. His sister and my mother Mary Louise always had a loving heart for him and shared many memories. Yours in Christ - Mary Pursley Vrska of Valparaiso IN

Eileen Razinha

June 2, 2011

Tonda,Steve and families. It was with sorrow to read of the passing of your father, may he rest in peace now. Now that he is with his lord and is not suffering anymore. Aunt Eileen Razinha

June 2, 2011

I am sorry to hear about Jim's passing and for your loss. I had the honor and privilege of working with him in Troop G, Jacksonville in the 70's. He was a very gifted and unique individual. He will be missed. Trooper Roy Blanco, Jr.

Francis Moates

June 2, 2011

One of the most super men you could ever come across. Jim shot on the FHP pistol team with us and I was amazed when he changed from shooting right handed to left handed and never had his very high scores drop at all. He was a most gracious man who would share information with everyone he met. Always a giving person who we will miss greatly.

Jodie Marchman

June 2, 2011

Mrs. Peters,
I was saddened to hear of Jim's passing. Mr. Peters was my instructor for conceal carry permit. He was a giant of a man in many ways and was an excellent instructor and tremendous shot. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Jodie Marchman

Mickey Watson

June 1, 2011

Mrs. Betty and family I am so sorry to learn of Jim passing. Jim and I attended the FHP academy together in 1966. We both were Troopers in Jacksonville until Jim retired. I always respected Jim and appreciated his honesty and candor. Jim was always a standup man that loved to laugh and enjoy life.

Beverly HUBBARD

June 1, 2011

Cindy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family--

Nancy Brown-Bracewell

June 1, 2011

Mrs. Betty & Cindy, I'm so sorry to hear about Mr. Peters passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless!

June 1, 2011

RIP Sailor/Trooper and thank you for your service.

Kim Parrish

June 1, 2011

God bless you and your family.

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