James Casper Myers

James “Jim” “Jimmy” Myers Obituary James Casper Myers of Edinburg, VA passed away on August 10th, 2023. He was preceded in death by his grandson Joseph P. Trunz IV, 3 brothers, 3 sisters, 6 stepbrothers, and 2 stepsisters. He is survived by his loving wife Dolores Myers, daughter Donna Trunz and husband Joseph, grandson James Trunz, and granddaughter Tatiana Trunz. Orphaned at the age of eight, Jim had a rough start in life. Though he came from humble beginnings, through hard work and determination he achieved success and created a wonderful life for his family. In fact, he built or helped to build several of the family’s homes. He was skilled in electrical work, plumbing, carpentry, woodworking, mechanical work, and gardening. In short, he could figure out how to build, fix, or grow almost anything. Jim also had a sense of adventure. Together, he and Dolores traveled to all 50 states, Canada, and Australia. He loved to drive and was blessed with that independence until the age of 92. Though he was talented in many areas, his passion was serving others. After the Army he went on to serve as one of the earliest members in Fairfax County Fire Services. Jim loved everything about being a fireman, from protecting the community to taking care of the men in his station. Expressing that care through his talent for cooking earned him the nickname “Captain Cook”. After retiring from the fire service, he continued to be involved with his community by serving in the United Methodist Church. Jim was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Dolores was the love of his life from the moment he laid eyes on her at the roller skating rink, where he showed off and picked her up each time she fell. Together they were blessed with nearly 70 happy years of marriage. His daughter and grandchildren were his pride and joy. His love and strong family values will be passed down through future generations. Jim was truly selfless. He gave fully from his heart, soul and body. He faithfully gave blood several times a year, from early adulthood into his eighties, and was the type of person that never owned a brand new car. Instead he chose to buy more important things … a meal, a tank of gas, or even a hotel room for a stranger in need. Though, he never actually met a person that he did not consider to be a friend. He greeted everyone with his infectious smile and put them at ease with his great sense of humor. Jim touched the hearts of many people in many different ways. His joyful and selfless expressions of love will be deeply missed by all that knew him. It is truly difficult to describe such a beautiful, loving soul with mortal words. Viewing - Thursday August 17th, 6-8PM Pierce Funeral Home 9609 Center St, Manassas, VA 20110 Service - Friday August 18th, 12 noon Centreville United Methodist Church 6400 Old Centreville Rd, Centreville, VA 20121 Burial - Friday August 18th, 2PM Stonewall Memory Gardens 12004 Lee Hwy, Manassas, VA 20109 In lieu of flowers please send donations in memory of James Myers to: Tunnel to Towers Foundation 2361 Hylan Boulevard Staten Island, NY 10306 to learn more about Tunnel to Towers please go to t2t.org

James Casper Myers

February 6, 1930 - August 10, 2023