James Edward Trail, 80, of Buchanan, saddled up and rode off into the sunset on Friday, September 8, 2017.

He was the son of the late James and Ruby Howell Trail and had been a lifetime Salem area resident prior to locating to Buchanan nearly nine years ago.

He is survived by his wife, Shelby Linkenhoker Trail; step-daughter, Tammy King and husband Robert; step-son, Tony Spinnato and wife Tanya; two grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 3PM, Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at Sherwood Memorial Park. The Rev. Dave Mucha will officiate. An online guestbook is available for family and friends by visiting www.johnmoakey.com.