Mobley-Giles-Willis Lodge 7
Fraternal Order of Police
OUR NAMESAKE
Named in Honor of Mobley, Giles, and Willis
In honor of the unwavering dedication and exemplary service of Detective Frank W. Mobley, Jacob Aulmon Giles, and Jack M. Willis Jr., the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 7 proudly bears their names. These remarkable individuals, who each devoted their lives to the safety and well-being of their communities, epitomize the highest standards of law enforcement.
Detective Frank W. Mobley
Savannah Police Department
End of Watch: July 20, 1968
Detective Franklin Wade Mobley was born on August 31, 1938, in Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia, to parents David Christopher Mobley and Minnie Maybell Wells.
Detective Mobley honorably served with the Savannah Police Department for seven years, demonstrating unwavering dedication to his community. On July 20, 1968, while courageously attempting to arrest a 26-year-old suspect for auto theft at 421 Jefferson Street in Savannah, Detective Mobley was tragically disarmed and fatally shot with his own service weapon. Despite the immediate response from another officer, who shot and critically wounded the suspect, Detective Mobley succumbed to his injuries.
The suspect was subsequently convicted of Detective Mobley's murder and sentenced to death in December 1968. However, in 1972, the Georgia Supreme Court commuted the death sentence to life imprisonment.
Detective Mobley was just 29 years old at the time of his passing. He left behind a loving wife and three children, who remember him as a devoted husband and father. His sacrifice and service to the community are eternally honored. Detective Mobley was laid to rest in Hinesville, Liberty County, Georgia, where his legacy continues to inspire.
Jacob Aulmon Giles was born on January 29, 1953, in Augusta, Georgia, and spent most of his life in Savannah. The first-born of five children, he graduated from Jenkins High School in 1971, where he excelled in football. He furthered his education by studying criminal justice at Armstrong State College, graduating in 1975.
Aulmon dedicated over 42 years to law enforcement with the Savannah Police Department. His commitment to the force and his community led him to become the President of the local Fraternal Order of Police in 2001, a position he held until his passing. He was also a respected member of the Police Emerald Society.
In 1977, Aulmon met the love of his life, Judy Lee, while attending Armstrong State College. They married on April 8, 1979, at Morningside Baptist Church and built a beautiful family with their daughters, LeAnne and Rebecca, in Savannah. Aulmon was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, cherishing his family wholeheartedly.
Beyond his law enforcement career, Aulmon was passionate about garage sales, reading, and book collecting. He loved telling animated stories to a captivated audience. His dedication extended beyond his career, as he consistently sought to make a positive difference in his community.
In his 33rd year with the force, Giles, at 55, was honored with the Eagle Award by the Georgia Criminal Justice Coordinating Council for his outstanding contributions to victim services.
Towards the end of his life, Aulmon championed the cause of improving pensions for city employees, including firefighters. Collaborating with retired firefighter Frank Mosely, Aulmon advocated for a 5% across-the-board pension hike to address the shortfall caused by inflation. Although Aulmon passed away before seeing this goal realized, his efforts laid the groundwork for the pension increase approved in 2023. He entrusted Bob Eason, Vice-President and Treasurer, to continue his mission, ensuring the vision was accomplished.
Jacob Aulmon Giles passed away on April 25, 2022, at 12:25 am. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Judy Lee Giles, daughters LeAnne Kelly and Rebecca Giles, brothers John Giles and Frank Giles, sister Martha Reardon, and three grandchildren: Katherine Lee Kelly, Jacob David Kelly, and Lauren Blythe Kelly. Aulmon's legacy lives on, remembered as a dedicated officer, a loving family man, and a captivating storyteller. His commitment to service and his community continues to inspire those who knew him.
Jacob Aulmon Giles
Savannah Police Department
Passed: April 25, 2022
Jack M. Willis, Jr.
Savannah Police Department
Passed: January 31, 2024
Jack M. Willis Jr. was born on June 28, 1947, in Evansville, Indiana, to the late Jack Malcolm Willis, Sr. and Elizabeth Marie Frank Willis. Jack proudly served in the US Navy and was a Vietnam War veteran. He also participated in Desert Storm with the Coast Guard, amassing over 30 years of distinguished service in the United States military. Additionally, Jack served as a Commandant in the local Marine Corps Reserves for two years.
After settling in Savannah, Georgia, Jack joined the Savannah Police Department, where he dedicated over 32 years of his life. During his tenure, he worked in the traffic division, served as a motorcycle officer, and was a Fatality Investigator. Following his retirement from the Savannah Police Department, Jack continued his commitment to public service by joining the Chatham County Sheriff’s Department, working in Juvenile Court as a Security Officer for an additional 21 years until his passing.
Jack is perhaps best known for his unwavering dedication to the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP). The Frank W. Mobley FOP Lodge #7 was established in 1968, and Jack became a member in 1973. Over his 51 years with the FOP, Jack held numerous positions on the Executive Board, including serving as President for 20 years. He also held roles as Secretary and Treasurer, and for the last decade, served as Lodge Secretary. Throughout his tenure, Jack tirelessly championed for better benefits, rights, and policies in support of local and national police officers.
Jack cherished his wife, Carol, to whom he was married for over 52 years. They had two beautiful daughters, Christy and Jennifer (Michael), and a lovely granddaughter, Abigail. Jack's family included seven siblings, two sets of twins: Jo (the late Melvin), Jeanne (Don), Jan (Charlie), Jay (Kitty), Judy, and Jerry (Faythe), along with 25 nieces and nephews, many great nieces and nephews, and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his older twin brother, James, who passed away shortly after birth.
Jack's passions included camping, golfing, and cheering for the Buffalo Bills. He had a deep love for his family, which extended to his law enforcement family, and he was also an avid animal lover.
Jack M. Willis Jr.'s life was marked by service, dedication, and a profound commitment to his community and country. His legacy of service and leadership continues to inspire those who knew him.