Hickory- Johnny James Mosteller, 86, passed away Saturday, June 9, 2018, at home after a period of declining health. Johnny was born January 25, 1932, in Lincoln County, to the late George W. Mosteller and Fannie Sain Huffman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Mary Beth Black Mosteller; his sister, Betty Benton, of Hickory; grandson, Jeffrey Dale of Hardeeville, SC; and great-grandson, Jake Brooks, of Lincolnton. Throughout life, Johnny remained steadfast in his faith and was always devoted to his family. Surviving are his sons, Dennis Mosteller and wife, Reba, and Ronnie Mosteller and wife, Shawn; daughters, Debbie Teague and husband, Ken, Teresa Shaw and husband, Robin, and Lisa Coulter and husband, Noah, all of Hickory; nine grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren; sister, Carolyn Canipe of Hickory, and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank his special caregiver, Adriana Rodriguez, for being so kind and attentive to all his needs. Thanks also go out to Catawba Regional Hospice for outstanding patient care and concern. They truly have an amazing staff. A Celebration of Life service will be held Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 1:00 p.m., at Mtn. Grove Baptist Church. Afterwards, the family will receive friends in the Family Life Building. Memorials may be made to Mtn. Grove Baptist Church, 6156 Mountain Grove Rd., Hickory, NC 28602, or Catawba Regional Hospice, 3975 Robinson Road, Newton, NC 28658.
