James Meredith Moseley, Jr.

James "Jimmy/Jim" Meredith Moseley, Jr., a man of steady faith, hard work, and a lifelong love for the rails, passed away on April 21, 2026, at 6:11 PM. In a poetic tribute to a life defined by his passion for railroading, Jimmy departed at a time mirroring the legendary Norfolk & Western 611 steam engine-a symbol of power and grace he admired throughout his life. Jimmy grew up in the quiet community of Gladys, Virginia, the son of the late James Meredith Moseley, Sr. and Mary Sublett Moseley. His journey was guided by a deep-rooted faith; he was a dedicated member of Kedron Baptist Church and later Thomas Road Baptist Church. Whether in the pews or in his daily life, Jimmy lived with a spirit of service and kindness that left an impression on everyone he met. A mainstay of the local workforce, Jimmy dedicated many years of service to Mead Paper and Intercon. He was known by his colleagues as a reliable and skilled worker who could always be counted on to keep things moving. Outside of work, Jimmy was a master of the miniature world as an avid model train enthusiast. He spent countless hours meticulously crafting layouts and watching the engines roar to life. He was a familiar face in the local railroading community, often sharing his passion through the On Lynchburg Area Rails group. In 2002, Jimmy married his beloved wife, Linda, beginning a chapter of his life filled with companionship and shared joy. He was a proud and devoted father to his son, Scott. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, James Sr. and Mary Sublette Moseley. His memory will be cherished by his surviving family; wife, Linda Moseley; three sons, Scott Moseley, Larry (Ellen) Faist, Randy (Monica) Faist; three daughters: Lori (Jeff) McCarthy, Cindy (Fred) Watson, and Sandi Parsons; two brothers: Mike Moseley and Dennis (Jan) Moseley; two sisters: Susan (Dean) Jackson and Robin Kinnie; many loved nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren & his kitty Simba. A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 24, 2026 at Kedron Baptist Church by Pastor Jacob Warren with interment to follow in the Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. The family suggests that those wishing to make memorials consider Lynchburg Humane Society, 1211 Old Graves Mill Road, Lynchburg VA 24502 or Kedron Baptist Church, 7862 Brookneal HWY, Gladys VA 24554. Finch & Finch Funeral and Cremation Service, Gladys is in charge of arrangements. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." - 2 Timothy 4:7 Jimmy has reached his final station, departing exactly on schedule at 6:11. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him, but his whistle will echo in our hearts forever.

James Meredith Moseley, Jr.

August 29, 1943 - April 21, 2026