State leaders are mourning the death of a Georgia Board of Education member.
David “Butch” Mosely, who served on the board for the 2nd Congressional District, died Friday. He was 80 years old.
Gov. Brian Kemp confirmed Mosely’s death in a tweet Saturday, extending condolences to his family.
“Marty, the girls, and I are heartbroken to hear of the passing of State School Board member Butch Mosely,” the tweet read. “Butch dedicated his career to putting students and teachers first, and our state is better for his service.”
Marty, the girls, and I are heartbroken to hear of the passing of State School Board member Butch Mosely. Butch dedicated his career to putting students and teachers first, and our state is better for his service. Please join us in praying for his family and loved ones.
— Brian Kemp (@BrianKempGA) October 9, 2021
Kemp appointed Mosely to the state board in April 2019. The Climax native had previously served as the superintendent of seven school districts and was named Superintendent of the Year in 1999, according to the board of education website.
Mosely served as the superintendent of the Dougherty County school system before retiring in 2017.
The Georgia Board of Education described Mosely as a “lifelong educator who has served Georgia’s students as a coach, teacher, administrator and superintendent.”
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr joined the governor on Twitter in mourning Mosely’s loss.
We are saddened by the news of the passing of State School Board member Butch Mosely. His dedication and public service will be missed. Our prayers are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.
— GA AG Chris Carr (@Georgia_AG) October 9, 2021
Mosely will be laid to rest after a memorial service on Oct. 16 at Shady Grove Farm, according to Bryant Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife, two children and seven grandchildren.
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