James (Jim) Alexander Steed, 69, of Randleman, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday,

April 1st, 2026. He left this Earth very peacefully with his loved ones by his side.

Jim was born in Greensboro, NC, on March 27th, 1957, to James A. Steed and Rita Lamb Steed

who are also at home with the Lord.

Jim graduated from Randleman High School, class of 1975. After completing high school, he

went on to work for Norfolk Southern Railroad as a signalman. He was devoted to the Railroad

for 20 years. After retiring from the Railroad, Jim went on to work at Timken in Randleman. He

loved his time at Timken and the friendships that were made during his time there.

Jim’s favorite place to be was Topsail Island, NC. He loved to be at the beach, and he especially

enjoyed being at his parents’ beach house. Numerous vacations were spent in Surf City from a

very young age with his family. Jim also enjoyed being with his family at Badin Lake throughout

the years.

Once Jim retired from work, he could be found in his yard working to keep it beautiful or

spending time at his parents’ home. He loved to grill and spend time watching NASCAR. He was

a lifelong UNC fan. Jim loved his grandchildren and was always ready to hear about their

activities. He adored spending time with his animals and having them near him always.

Jim is survived by his daughter, Paige Elliott (Brad); Grandchildren, Lanie, Blakeley, Ainsley

Elliott and Jace Steed. Sister, Kathryn Simpson (Gene); His is also survived by his Nephew,

Andrew Simpson; Nieces, Abigail Stubelt (Jared) and Angel Simpson.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Pam Wood Steed; son, Jared Steed; and both of his

parents.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the wonderful nurses and staff at Clapps

Convalescent Home and Hospice of Asheboro. Their care and love for Jim these past few weeks

were more than we could have asked for.

The family will receive friends at First Methodist Church in Randleman on Wednesday, April,

8th, 12:30pm-1:45pm. A funeral service will follow at 2:00pm. Pastor Jenna Grogan will be

officiating the service. A private family burial will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to First Methodist Church in Randleman in memory

of James A. Steed Jr.

Online condolences can be made at www.pughfuneralhome.com

Pugh Funeral Home is proudly serving the Steed family