John Alvey Huggler
February 14, 1942 ~ February 1, 2016
John Alvey Huggler, 73 of Mooresville passed away peacefully at St. Francis Hospice House in Indianapolis; his loving family was at his bedside. John was born February 14, 1942 and his parents were Albert and Ida (Cain) Huggler; they both preceded him in death. On September 1, 1965 John was united in marriage to his loving wife, Patricia L. (Owen) Huggler and she survives.
John courageously and proudly served his country in the unfavorable conditions of the Antarctic Support Activities for the U.S. Navy; he was honorably discharged in 1966. He was employed in various positions at Eli Lilly and Co. for 28 years, retiring in January of 1994. He was a member of the American Legion Post #103, VFW Post #1111 and the Eagles #3988 all in Mooresville. John enjoyed working outdoors and grilling out. A loving husband, father and grandfather, his best time was spent when he was surrounded by his family.
Other survivors include his children, John R. (Wife: Tamera) Huggler of Brownsburg and Julie A. Worland of Mooresville; two brothers, Edwin and Steve Huggler and four grandchildren, Katlyn J. and Amanda T. Worland, Cassidy N. and Nicholas O. Huggler.
Family and friends will gather for visitation on Friday, February 5 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. in the chapel at Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory in Mooresville. Pastor Chris Roberts will conduct the funeral service at 12:00 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at White Lick Cemetery in Mooresville. Please visit www.CarlisleBranson.com where you may sign the online guest registry, leave a personal message for John’s family and view his Life Tribute video.
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I’m so sorry to hear about John. Sending hugs and prayers to Pat and family.
Pat I am so very sorry to hear this!! My thoughts are with you and your family.
So sorry for your loss..he was a good man
What a sweet man .. he will be sadly missed! Pat, my heart, love and prayers to you and your family!!
So sorry Pat. Sending you thoughts and prayers.
I remember when we were teenagers. He was teaching himself guitar sitting on the porch on 21st street. I’m his cousin, Sandy Huggler Beasley, 3 years younger than John. Lost touch after high school. Prayers
Keeping Pat and family in my prayers
Handing him his first grandbaby, Katlyn Jo, his baby baboo. He was so proud of his daughter Julie and the bond was instant with Katiebug.
So very, very sorry to learn of this! Sending prayers, love & hugs to Pat and Family! He will be missed!
Very sorry to hear that we lost another good man and vet. Sending prayers to Pat and Family. We’ll miss seeing him setting at the bar at the VFW.
So sorry to hear about John! My heart and prayers to Pat and all of the family. Sue Hahn
I never got to know your father but having coached and taught two granddaughters he certainly had influenced his daughter in raising two wonderful ladies. Joe Johnson
Julie and Family: I am sorry for your loss Julie. I did not know your father, but just knowing you tells me he was a wonderful man. Praying for you and your family at this difficult time. Tanya
Julie, I am so sorry for your loss. I’m praying for God to give you and your family strength and comfort as you go through this difficult time. Your Dad sounds like he was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed. Love you, Rhonda
Pat, praying for you and your family during this painful time. John was a great man and I am proud to be able to call him a friend. Thank you so much for sharing your pictures. You have had a wonderful life and made beautiful memories together. God Bless you and your family. xoxo