Longtime Civil Engineer and Deacon John Richard Moseley Dies at 90

Moseley, a devoted family man and community leader, is remembered for his faith, wisdom, and global engineering work.

Mar. 18, 2026 at 1:07am

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John Richard Moseley, a civil engineer and deacon who spent over three decades at Brown & Root Engineering & Construction Company, passed away on February 7, 2026, in Austin, Texas at the age of 90. Moseley was known for his unwavering faith, commitment to his family, and distinguished career that took him around the world.

Why it matters

Moseley's life exemplified the values of service, faith, and family that were central to many communities in Texas. His long career in civil engineering and dedication to his local church highlight the important role that faith-driven leaders can play in shaping their communities.

The details

Moseley was born in Rochelle, Texas in 1935 and went on to earn a civil engineering degree from Texas Tech University. He spent the majority of his career at Brown & Root Engineering & Construction Company in Houston, where he worked for 32 years and contributed to major projects around the globe. Moseley was also deeply involved in his local church, serving as a deacon and Sunday School teacher at Tallowwood Baptist Church.

  • Moseley was born on July 20, 1935 in Rochelle, Texas.
  • He graduated from Rochelle High School as valedictorian in 1953.
  • Moseley joined Brown & Root Engineering & Construction Company in Houston in 1965.
  • He passed away on February 7, 2026 in Austin, Texas at the age of 90.
  • A graveside service will be held on March 21, 2026 in Rochelle, Texas.

The players

John Richard Moseley

A civil engineer who spent over three decades at Brown & Root Engineering & Construction Company and was a devoted deacon and Sunday School teacher at Tallowwood Baptist Church in Houston.

Patricia "Pat" Adams Moseley

Moseley's high school sweetheart and wife, with whom he had two children.

Joanna Moseley Thompson

Moseley's daughter who lives in Austin, Texas.

Philip Richard Moseley

Moseley's son who predeceased him.

Tallowwood Baptist Church

The Houston church where Moseley served as a deacon and Sunday School teacher.

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What’s next

A graveside service for John Richard Moseley will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Rochelle Cemetery in Rochelle, Texas.

The takeaway

Moseley's life exemplified the values of service, faith, and family that were central to many communities in Texas. His long career in civil engineering and dedication to his local church highlight the important role that faith-driven leaders can play in shaping their communities.