Chad Julian Mosley

Chad Julian Mosley was born on May 2, 1983, at Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Despite arriving on a snowy spring day, Chad brought warmth, laughter, and joy to those around him. From the moment she first held him, he held a special place in his mother's heart, and that bond remained one of the defining relationships of his life.

From the very beginning, Chad seemed to be born with a need for speed. While other kids cuddled stuffed animals at bedtime, Chad preferred toy cars. Long before he was old enough to drive one, he was already fascinated by anything with wheels. At four years old, he got his first bicycle and wasted no time ditching the training wheels. Before long, he upgraded to a Mongoose bike and spent his days building ramps and  performing questionable stunts. Chad had a remarkable confidence that every jump would land successfully. Reality occasionally had other plans, but that never seemed to slow him down. His love of adventure, willingness to take chances, and ability to laugh through life's bumps and bruises were traits that stayed with him throughout his life.

If there was an opportunity to crack a joke, Chad was going to find it. He had a quick wit, a mischievous sense of humor, and an uncanny ability to keep people laughing. Friends and family learned that no one was safe from his teasing, but they also knew it was one of the ways he showed affection. Time spent with Chad was rarely quiet and almost never boring.

He was a bright student who had a knack for figuring things out. He attended Greater Works Christian Academy from kindergarten through twelfth grade, earning the distinction of a "lifer." Over those years, he built friendships that stood the test of time, many of which grew into bonds that were more like family. While Chad's teachers certainly recognized his intelligence, they also became well acquainted with his endless supply of jokes, contagious laughter, and talent for turning even serious moments into lighter ones.

He always seemed to have a knack for numbers and an appreciation for the value of a dollar. As a kid, he was known to create opportunities where others saw ordinary circumstances. He made a habit of selling his sister's packed lunches for five dollars and "generously" giving her one dollar as her share of the profits. In college, when his mother sent care packages filled with snacks and essentials, Chad quickly discovered that many of his fellow students were eager customers willing to pay a premium price. Whether by instinct or practice, he had a talent for understanding what people needed and finding a way to provide it.

After high school, Chad attended Hampton University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance. He mastered the art of juggling a full schedule, balancing multiple jobs, classes, and studying while still managing to keep his grades strong. What made Chad special, though, wasn't just his work ethic—it was the way he showed up for people. When he learned that one of his college professors, who had a disability, needed help getting to and from campus, Chad quietly stepped in. What began as rides to and from school soon grew into helping with errands and lending support wherever it was needed. It was a classic Chad move. He never thought twice about helping others, and he never needed recognition for doing it. That's simply who he was.

After years of finding creative ways to make a dollar, Chad decided to make it official and began his banking career at Bank of America. It was during this chapter of his life that he began building the things that mattered most to him—not just a successful career, but a family of his own.

He became an active member of Greater Emmanuel Temple. Although he was saved at a young age, it was there that he was baptized and rededicated his life to Christ. He faithfully served as a deacon, joined the choir (surprise surprise) security ministry, and finance ministry, and later became involved in youth outreach and small group leadership.

Chad met and married Taianna Perez, and together they were blessed with two sons, Carter and Caleb, who were without a doubt his pride and joy. Being a father was one of the greatest accomplishments of his life, and he never missed an opportunity to talk about his boys. He especially loved watching them play baseball. Having spent countless hours on the ball field himself as a child, there was something special about seeing the game through their eyes. He was their biggest fan, cheering from the stands, celebrating their successes, and enjoying every opportunity to be part of the memories they were creating together.

He always enjoyed going on vacations with his very large family. Before every family gathering, he was not shy about calling all of his aunts to make sure they were bringing the dish they were most famous for. If you were known for a particular recipe, you could count on Chad calling to confirm that it would be on the menu. He made everyone feel that their dish was his favorite of them all.

Chad moved from Hampton Virginia to Charlotte North Carolina where he later advanced his banking career as a compliance officer at Wells Fargo Bank.  

He also loved sports and traveling. He memorized and was well versed in team statistics even as a young child. Despite being born and raised in Pittsburgh, he was a devoted San Francisco 49ers fan, and watching professional boxing was one of his favorite pastimes. At one point, he even worked security at the Carolina Panthers games—a decision that seemed to have less to do with security and more to do with getting paid to watch football. For Chad, it was the perfect arrangement: a sideline view of the game, a little extra money in his pocket, and countless funny stories to tell.  He shared some of his most unforgettable adventures with his girlfriend, Amada, including a trip to San Francisco to attend his first live 49ers game, and a trip to the Germany where they visited the German Autobahn, just to name a few.  

Of all his interests, nothing captured Chad's passion quite like cars and racing. What began as a childhood fascination with toy cars and speed eventually became the realization of a lifelong dream. Years after declaring that he wanted to drive fast cars, Chad accomplished what few people ever do—he became a licensed, sponsored professional race car driver with TLM USA Racing. The little boy who slept with toy cars had finally made it to the track. For Chad, it was more than a hobby or achievement; it was proof that childhood dreams are worth chasing, no matter how long the road may be.

But more than any hobby or accomplishment, Chad's greatest gift was the impact he had on people. If you were his friend, he considered you family. He had a way of making everyone feel cherished.  He would walk into a room of strangers and leave with new friends.  

Chad was preceded in death by his father, Charles Mosley, and his sister, Jackie Whitson.  Left to cherish his memory are his beloved mother, Peggy Simmons; his stepfather, Bryant Simmons; his beloved sons, Carter and Caleb Mosley; his sister, Blaire Scott (Paul Scott Jr.); his stepbrother, Dennis Simmons (Leila Simmons); his devoted girlfriend, Amada Rothenburger; nieces and nephews, as well as a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family members, dear friends, and loved ones who will forever miss his presence.

For those who knew Chad, the silence left behind feels far too quiet. Yet even now, many can still hear his laugh, remember one of his jokes, or picture that familiar smile. And somehow, that feels exactly like the kind of legacy Chad would want to leave behind. After all, if he were writing this himself, he would probably tell us not to spend time being sad, share a laugh, tell a good story, and make sure someone is keeping an eye on his sons, his shoe collection, and his cars. Rest in heaven.

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