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Elbert, known by his family as """Pa""", was born August 27, 1936, in Ellijay, NC, a son of the late Arthur and Lena Mosteller.
Upon graduation from Greer High School, he joined the U.S. Air Force and served for four years. He was employed as a supervisor for AT&T and worked there for 30 years until his retirement at age 55.
Elbert was born and raised in the mountains and he always felt most at home in them, whether planting in his garden or picking the fresh apples and peaches he grew in his orchards. Elbert was known by family and friends as the person who could fix just about anything, and he enjoyed hard work and all the fruits that came from it.
He met and married the love of his life, Della Guffie Mosteller, and they just recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Besides his wife, Della, he is survived by his children, Teresa Hooker of Newberry, Randy Mosteller of Chapin, David (Sherry) Mosteller of Slater, and Tammy (Shane) Swanson of Mt. Pleasant; his grandchildren who were the joy of his life, Mandy and Katie Hooker, Mark and Shawn Mosteller, Ashton Mosteller and Zachary and Adam Swanson; and his sisters, Annie Moss of Columbus, NC, Dolly Lynn of Greer, Molly (Jimmy) Gosnell of Greenville, and Frances Stewart of Traveler""'s Rest; and sister-in-law, Peggy Mosteller of Greer. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Bob Mosteller, Roy Mosteller and Bergin Mosteller; and brother-in-law, Leroy Moss.
Funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m.Thursday by the Rev. David Williams at Whitaker Funeral Home Chapel in Newberry. Interment will be in Newberry Memorial Gardens. Family and friends are invited back to the home of Randy Mosteller, 170 Killian Point Circle, Chapin after the interment service.
Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Whitaker Funeral Home in Chapin.
The family suggests that memorials be made to The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke, DUMC Box 3624, Durham, NC 27710.
The family would like to especially thank Dr. Tripp Jones and his staff at S.C. Oncology.
Messages to the family may be sent via email to [email protected].
Whitaker Funeral Home, Chapin, is assisting the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elbert Mosteller
John Post
September 18, 2010
You did well. Your daughter, Teresa, stands as a monument to your life here. You done well. :)
Edie Stockman
September 18, 2010
Teresa, having lost a beloved parent myself a few years ago I can share in your sorrow. We were very fortunate to have been placed into the care on this earth of these people that we put all of our trust into for no matter how long or short a time. You dad has left a lasting influence on you and has helped to make you the person you are today. It will take time but just know that over time your loss will become easier to bear. Also know that he will always be with you in your heart and you will always have the wonderful memories of him. Those memories will never die or be taken away from you. One day you will see him again. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gayke Gilleland
September 17, 2010
You raised a beautiful family. Your daughter Teresa has been a dear, loving friend to me. I learned so much about what a great man you were through Teresa. It is obvious you had a loving, good spirit. Your family is in our hearts and prayers.
Louise Greene
September 17, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you. God love will always there to help you threw what ever you need.May God bless you all.
Laura
September 17, 2010
Didn't know your great dad but always knew your deep love for him. Reminded of me and my dad and how very close we are. Words can never really express how sorry I am for your great loss. Your dad left a legacy in you... he raised a fine, hard working, loving and loyal woman who thinks of others before herself. I love you!
David Moses
September 17, 2010
Dear family,
Love and prayers to each of you.
David Moses
September 17, 2010
To the Mosteller Family--
Elbert was my Supervisor at AT&T in Charlotte, N.C.
I'll always remember his understanding
and compassion he showed when my mother died in 1970. I'll always have the utmost respect for Elbert. He was a man of good character. He knew that life was about family and I can't forget that smile..he always had a smile on his face. May your memories never fade and may God's presence comfort all of you during this time.
Linda Duckett
September 16, 2010
Randy and family
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. He will always live forever in your memories. God Bless you all.
Angela Hewitt Clark
Carolyn Mitchell
September 16, 2010
God Bless You and Your Family Teresa--
"Death is nothing at all. I have only slipped away into the next room. I am I, and you are you. Whatever we were to each other that we still are. Call me by my old familiar name, speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Put no difference in your tone, wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me, pray for me.
Let my name be ever the household word that it always was,let it be spoken without effect, without the trace of shadow on it. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was; there is unbroken continuity. [There is absolute and unbroken continuity. What is this death but a negligible accident?]
Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight?
I am waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner.
All is well--"
[Canon Henry Scott Holland of St. Paul's Cathedral]
Linda Torena
September 16, 2010
Teresa brought Him to school to meet once. It was obvious a loving family relationship. My condolences to your family for the loss of your dear father and husband.
Moxt sincerely,
Betty Wade
September 15, 2010
Elbert was my supervisor when I came to the outside radio group many years ago. He was truly a great man. My deepest sympathy to you his family.
tina spring
September 15, 2010
Praying for the whole family, rest in peace Mr. Mosteller.
September 15, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to the Mosteller family. We will truly miss our very dear friend.
Tammy, Larry & Jason Ergle
September 15, 2010
Mr. Mosteller was a great man and a friend of mine. He always had a smile on his face, a story to tell, and a helping hand. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Mosteller family.
Chris and Rebecca Lambeth (Lexington, SC)
Bill Littleton
September 15, 2010
Deep condolences to my wonderful friend Teresa and the loving family that has nurtured her on their loss, which I share as, I never met your dad, T. The more I think about it, the greater that loss seems.
Terri Frick
September 14, 2010
To the Mosteller Family, this is Terri Wilson Frick. I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Mosteller. My Grandmother passed away this past Friday. The only thing that has helped me and I hope will help you through this difficult process, is that if we believe, we know that we will see them again one day soon. And when we do see them, they will be whole, free from pain, and very excited to see us. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. God bless you all, Terri
Eddie Harris
September 14, 2010
I worked with Elbert for many years at AT&T.He was one of the finest person's I ever met.
Eddie Harris AT&T Stanfield and Charlotte unit.
Kim Blackman
September 14, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Evelyn Shealy
September 14, 2010
Mark and the Mostellar Family, I send my sincere condolence to you all. May God Bless.
Jackie Slocum
September 14, 2010
Never knowing Mr. Mostellar but knowing his 2 beautiful daughters shine in a way no others can, makes me believe he was a true gift to many. May your memories keep him so dear to your heart!
Beth Waldrop Smith
September 14, 2010
Dear Randy and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was a really nice man. You and all of your family will be in our prayers.
Sonja Edwards Carnaggio
September 14, 2010
Teresa and Randy - so sorry to hear that you lost your father. I think of you guys and our days many years ago in the CHS band. You're in my prayers.
Jim Grastie
September 14, 2010
May God comfort you as your mourn the loss of a fine man. Elbert's personality won him many friends and much respect wherever he went. He was always fun to be around, and I enjoyed knowing him and working with him during my time at AT&T from 1963-1968.
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