James Lester Trogdon, Jr.

James Lester Trogdon, Jr., 77, of Randleman was called home by his Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 19, 2024. He was born May 9, 1947 in Wilmington, NC to James Lester Trogdon, Sr. and Evelyn Hinshaw Trogdon.

Jim was a graduate of Randleman High School class of 1965 where he met the love his life, Linda Herrin. Married for 57 years, he and Linda created a wonderful life in Randleman. Jim graduated UNC – Chapel Hill in 1969 and went on to become President of Salem Neckwear. He loved camping, fishing, and spending time with his family. Jim followed the Lord’s call to serve as an usher, Deacon, Sunday school teacher, and fulfill other roles within his church. He was a devoted member of Asheboro First Assembly and Sunset Avenue Church of God.

Jim is survived by his loving wife, Linda Trogdon of the home; sons, James Lester Trogdon, III of Asheboro and Randall Trogdon of Randleman; daughter, Cynthia Hardister (James) of Randleman; grandchildren, Chayton Roberts, Cole Trogdon, Knox Trogdon, Tanner Hardister, Gavin Hardister; brother, Rene Trogdon (Mana) of Randleman. Jim is preceded in death by his parents, James, Sr. and Evelyn. 

Jim will lie in repose on Sunday, December 22, 2024 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Pugh Funeral Home in the Eddie Pugh Memorial Chapel, 600 S. Main St. Randleman, NC. A graveside service will be held Monday, December 23, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Randolph Memorial Park in Asheboro, NC. Reverend Boyd Byerly will officiate.

Pugh Funeral Home is honored to serve the Trogdon family.