Celebrating the life of
Thomas Coy Mosley
April 04, 1962 - October 14, 2007
On October 14, 2007 a true American, respected by many and looked upon as a hero by his children, Thomas Coy Mosley passed away unexpectedly at his home in Chesterfield, VA at the young age of 45.
He was born in Savannah, GA on April 4, 1962 to Coy Mosley and the late Patricia Mosley. He graduated from Windsor Forest High School in 1980 where he made many lifelong friends. He attended Georgia Southern University and Armstrong State College. He received his Bachelors Degree from St. Leo’s University in Business Management.
He began his career in the US Navy in 1986. He retired as a Chief Petty Officer in July 2006 after 20 years of service to his country. He was a lifetime member of Avoca Hose Company in Pennsylvania. He was the Vice-President of the Arlington Volunteer Fire Department. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and communicant of the Catholic Church. He had just begun a new career with CSX Transportation where he was a Trainmaster in Richmond, VA.
He is survived by his wife, Nikki of 15 years; his dearly beloved children, Christopher, age 14 and Matthew, age 3; his father, Coy Mosley and wife Deloris; his sister, Pamela Smith and husband Tim; his brother, Jeffrey S. Mosley and wife Gena; his grandmother, Josephine Mosley; several aunts and uncles and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews and many friends who loved him very much and will truly miss him. He was a wonderful husband, father, son, brother and friend and was full of life and love.
Visitation: 6:00-8:00 P.M. Friday at St. James Catholic Church with a Vigil Service at 7:30 P.M.
A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 Saturday at St. James Catholic Church with burial following at the Greenwich Section of Bonaventure Cemetery with full military honors.
Nikki, I sadly extend my deepest Condolences to you,the boys,and the entire family. You all were the best neighbors that a neighbor could every ask for. Tommy was a good friend - we always shared a warm conversation. He always had just the right tools that I needed to take care of a small job before I hit the road. Take care and may GOD Bless you and your family.
- Jerry Loveless, Jacksonville, FL
Thommy always made me laugh no matter what the cirmstance were. He was filled with witty stories and unbelievable tales from his childhood and his adulthood. Thommy was unique person that gave a little bit of wit, laughter and love to every person he met. I will truly miss him! But will never forget him!
- Dawn Odom, Savannah, GA
Nikki: I was so sorry to hear about Thommy. It broke my heart when Ken told me. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons. Thommy was a good man and I was proud to have known all of you. Wendy Martin
- Wendy Martin Abeyta, Jacksonville, FL
Thommy was such a kind neighbor/friend. I know he will be greatly missed by many. To Christopher & Matthew, you can carry on your dad's legacy with honor and pride. To Nikki, cherish, as I know you will, the memories and Love you all share, hold strong to faith and know that christ will strenghten you and the boys through this journey of life. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers With Love.
- Janita Loveless and Family your Line Judge Ct Neighbors, Jacksonville, FL
Tommy will be missed greatly, my love, thoughts and prayers are with you...Nikki, Chris, & Matthew Love, Terry
- Terry Davis, Jacksonville, FL
My deepest condolences to his family. I was very fortunate to meet Tommy at his best friends, Patrick Beaman, wedding when Patrick married my daughter Judy. The next time I was in his company was when he was very proud to be Godfather to my Grandson Patterson. The eve before the christening we attempted to make a christening cake in the form of a church with very little success. So the cake wasn't level. Tommy didn't care, he said 'WE'RE MAKING MEMORIES'
- Camille Silva, Tybee Isl., GA
Our deepest sympathy, ray and brenda/brandon miller
- ray miller, pembroke, GA
What can we say? Tommy's whole family is on our minds and in our prayers.
- Cecil and Rosemarie Mastison, Savannah, GA
I am compelled to tell this story since learning of Tommys death.To Nikki and the Boys: Just a little memory of many...I remember WFHS GRADUATION STUNT. We toilet. papered the school as all senior classes did as a ritual. There was ABOUT 30 of us SENIORS, including Tom. As THE POLICE roared around THE CORNER TO COME AFTER US, ALL 30 OF US SCATTERED JUMPING FENCES, CROSSING DITCHES and scampering through parking lots. MIKE P. FELL BECAUSE HE HAD A LEG IN A CAST from recent surgery. TOMMY WAS THE ONLY ONE who stopped and went BACK TO HELP Mike, Even though the Police had encircled Mike. EVERYONE ELSE CONTINUED TO SCATTER... JUST A little EXAMPLE OF HOW TOMMY thought of others first when they were in need before himself. FORTUNATELY NO CHARGES WERE FILED AND Mike and Tommy WENT HOME WITH A WARNING AND A CLEAN UP DATE BY THE POLICE. To his boys.... Thats the kind of integrity your Dad had even as a young man.Integrity that I know you have witnessed as an example for you to follow.He left a legacy of honesty, compassion for others, spirituality and patriotism like none other.Rest in Peace. my Life long friend. Thank you for the memories... not to forget..Thank you for the freedom you protected for us all while
- GARY, , NY
Coy may God bless you and Thomas'family. our prayers go out to all of you.
- Ron&Jeri King, pooler, GA
We had gobbs of fun when we were young.Those unforgettable times that carved my very character and integrity.For those I thank you.. until I see you again with the father and his son Jesus Christ.
- GARY HEAD, NY, NY
Nikki, Chris and Matthew, You are in my heart and my prayers. Mr. Tommy will be missed dearly. Love Debbie and Damian
- Debbie Spells, Charlotte, NC
Thommy was a fantastic brother-in-law and a wonderful husband to my sister. He loved his children dearly and it was obvious to all that knew him that his family was his life. I feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to be a part of his life. One of my favorite memories was the year I bought a 10ft Christmas tree and brought it home in the back of my Kia Sportage Convertible half the size of a real truck. I managed to get the tree home but then couldn't get it out of my truck. I called Thommy at about 10 p.m and he and my nephew came straight over to help me get that tree out. The tree looked hillarious sticking up out of the Kia and we laughed so hard we nearly cried. Oh, and let's not forget building the Tiki Bar... Thommy was always just a phone call away !!! He was just that kind of guy. I will miss him sooooo very much.
- Carla Hohenhouse, Jacksonville, FL
What a great blessing it was to have you in our family for 45 years.We will miss you,but you shall be in our hearts forever.Nikki,Christopher&Matthew We are so sorry for your loss.Our sincere sympathy to you. Our prayer and love. Barbara&Fred
- Barbara, Summerfield, FL
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy is with the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rose Cummings
- Rose Cummings, Richmond, VA
Nikki, I sadly extend my deepest Condolences to you,the boys,and the entire family. You all were the best neighbors that a neighbor could every ask for. Tommy was a good friend - we always shared a warm conversation. He always had just the right tools that I needed to take care of a small job before I hit the road. Take care and may GOD Bless you and your family.
- Jerry Loveless, Jacksonville, FL
Thommy always made me laugh no matter what the cirmstance were. He was filled with witty stories and unbelievable tales from his childhood and his adulthood. Thommy was unique person that gave a little bit of wit, laughter and love to every person he met. I will truly miss him! But will never forget him!
- Dawn Odom, Savannah, GA
Nikki: I was so sorry to hear about Thommy. It broke my heart when Ken told me. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons. Thommy was a good man and I was proud to have known all of you. Wendy Martin
- Wendy Martin Abeyta, Jacksonville, FL
Thommy was such a kind neighbor/friend. I know he will be greatly missed by many. To Christopher & Matthew, you can carry on your dad's legacy with honor and pride. To Nikki, cherish, as I know you will, the memories and Love you all share, hold strong to faith and know that christ will strenghten you and the boys through this journey of life. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers With Love.
- Janita Loveless and Family your Line Judge Ct Neighbors, Jacksonville, FL
Tommy will be missed greatly, my love, thoughts and prayers are with you...Nikki, Chris, & Matthew Love, Terry
- Terry Davis, Jacksonville, FL
My deepest condolences to his family. I was very fortunate to meet Tommy at his best friends, Patrick Beaman, wedding when Patrick married my daughter Judy. The next time I was in his company was when he was very proud to be Godfather to my Grandson Patterson. The eve before the christening we attempted to make a christening cake in the form of a church with very little success. So the cake wasn't level. Tommy didn't care, he said 'WE'RE MAKING MEMORIES'
- Camille Silva, Tybee Isl., GA
Our deepest sympathy, ray and brenda/brandon miller
- ray miller, pembroke, GA
What can we say? Tommy's whole family is on our minds and in our prayers.
- Cecil and Rosemarie Mastison, Savannah, GA
I am compelled to tell this story since learning of Tommys death.To Nikki and the Boys: Just a little memory of many...I remember WFHS GRADUATION STUNT. We toilet. papered the school as all senior classes did as a ritual. There was ABOUT 30 of us SENIORS, including Tom. As THE POLICE roared around THE CORNER TO COME AFTER US, ALL 30 OF US SCATTERED JUMPING FENCES, CROSSING DITCHES and scampering through parking lots. MIKE P. FELL BECAUSE HE HAD A LEG IN A CAST from recent surgery. TOMMY WAS THE ONLY ONE who stopped and went BACK TO HELP Mike, Even though the Police had encircled Mike. EVERYONE ELSE CONTINUED TO SCATTER... JUST A little EXAMPLE OF HOW TOMMY thought of others first when they were in need before himself. FORTUNATELY NO CHARGES WERE FILED AND Mike and Tommy WENT HOME WITH A WARNING AND A CLEAN UP DATE BY THE POLICE. To his boys.... Thats the kind of integrity your Dad had even as a young man.Integrity that I know you have witnessed as an example for you to follow.He left a legacy of honesty, compassion for others, spirituality and patriotism like none other.Rest in Peace. my Life long friend. Thank you for the memories... not to forget..Thank you for the freedom you protected for us all while
- GARY, , NY
Coy may God bless you and Thomas'family. our prayers go out to all of you.
- Ron&Jeri King, pooler, GA
We had gobbs of fun when we were young.Those unforgettable times that carved my very character and integrity.For those I thank you.. until I see you again with the father and his son Jesus Christ.
- GARY HEAD, NY, NY
Nikki, Chris and Matthew, You are in my heart and my prayers. Mr. Tommy will be missed dearly. Love Debbie and Damian
- Debbie Spells, Charlotte, NC
Thommy was a fantastic brother-in-law and a wonderful husband to my sister. He loved his children dearly and it was obvious to all that knew him that his family was his life. I feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to be a part of his life. One of my favorite memories was the year I bought a 10ft Christmas tree and brought it home in the back of my Kia Sportage Convertible half the size of a real truck. I managed to get the tree home but then couldn't get it out of my truck. I called Thommy at about 10 p.m and he and my nephew came straight over to help me get that tree out. The tree looked hillarious sticking up out of the Kia and we laughed so hard we nearly cried. Oh, and let's not forget building the Tiki Bar... Thommy was always just a phone call away !!! He was just that kind of guy. I will miss him sooooo very much.
- Carla Hohenhouse, Jacksonville, FL
What a great blessing it was to have you in our family for 45 years.We will miss you,but you shall be in our hearts forever.Nikki,Christopher&Matthew We are so sorry for your loss.Our sincere sympathy to you. Our prayer and love. Barbara&Fred
- Barbara, Summerfield, FL
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy is with the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rose Cummings
- Rose Cummings, Richmond, VA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
