JAMES HENRY MOSELEY II

James "Jim" Henry Moseley II, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully with his family at his side, Wednesday, December 2, 2020.

He was born September 25, 1948 to Martin Luther and Martha Jane Moseley in east Texas.  He graduated from Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas in 1971, then moved to Washington, D.C. where he joined the U.S. Air Force Band and earned a Master of Music degree from Catholic University.

He married his wife, Rebecca Martin Moseley, in 1975.  The pair raised two sons, Jason and Ben, and later in life "adopted" a third, Luis Miguel.

A talented musician, he played oboe and English horn with the U.S. Air Force Band for 30 years.  He also played with countless professional ensembles during his time with the Air Force and well after his retirement.  His years of playing allowed him to share his music with the world and make life-long friends.  His greatest passion was imparting his love of music and the joy of double-reed playing to others, a gift which "Mr. Moseley" shared with hundreds of students over the course of nearly 50 years and until just three days before his passing.

Known for his countless black bags, embracing the latest technology, and his soft smile, he will be missed.

Jim is survived by his wife of 45 years, his sons, their wives, two grandchildren, and a rich musical legacy.

Jim will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery.  A celebration of his life will be planned for next summer, when a gathering of his family, friends, students, and colleagues can be more safely held.

Memorial contributions are welcome to support music education through the Shenandoah University Double Reed Fund:

SU Double Reeds

Prof. Stephen Key

Shenandoah Conservatory

1460 University Drive

Winchester, VA 22601