James Roscoe Horne, 82, of Natural Bridge, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025. 

Jim was born in Rockbridge County on Aug. 19, 1942, to Elizabeth Vicila Burch and Roscoe Riley Horne. He lost his parents at a young age and was raised by his grandmother, aunt and uncle.  After high school, he served his country in the U.S. Army, where he was stationed in Germany. 

Jim was a gifted diesel mechanic and worked at Preston Trucking for many years. He later operated his own business, Horne’s Trucking, until his retirement.

Jim was a straight talker and a thoughtful listener. Every year he and Linda hosted Christmas Eve festivities at the home they built and lived in for over 50 years. He was a gracious and patient host, watching his rambunctious nieces and nephews play with a smile on his face. He enjoyed NASCAR and was a Dale Earnhardt fan.

In addition to his parents, Jim was predeceased by his son, Troy Wayne Horne.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Linda Kerr Horne; his daughter, Jessica Nicole Horne; special sister, Susan Bennington (George); sister-in-law Valerie Kerr Lewis; niece Tracy Lewis Treen (Richard); and his nieces, nephews and friends. 

A private service was held at Green Hill Cemetery.  The family would like to express their gratitude to ConnectionsPlus Healthcare + Hospice, Pastor Mason Jordan, and the Natural Bridge Baptist Church family.

Arrangements were by Harrison Funeral Home and Crematory.