Johnathan "John" Lee Mahler

Johnathan Lee “John” Mahler, 52 of Statesville, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023 at his home.

Mr. Mahler was born June 23, 1970 in Allentown, PA., the son of Martha Campbell.  John was a graduate of New Hanover High School, worked as a truck driver with Cooke Trucking and a proud veteran, having served in the U.S. Navy and the Army National Guard.  In April 2014 he married his beloved wife, Miriah Wilhelm Mahler.  Together they shared 9 wonderful years of marriage.  John was a member of the Cove Church in Statesville.  He enjoyed flying kites, mountain biking, bowling, and grilling, but above all he dearly loved his family.

In addition to his wife, Miriah and mother, Martha, Mr. Mahler is survived by his son, Dakota Wilhelm (Layla), his daughters, Samantha Mahala and Autumn Mahala, his grandsons, Henry Wilhelm and Dakota Wilhelm, Jr., his grand “princess”, Amelia Brooks, his sisters Anne Brack (Jeb) and Mary Bauer (Kraig) and several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life with full military honors will be conducted at 2:30 pm, Monday, April 10, 2023 at Troutman Funeral Home Chapel, his pastor David Porter will officiate.

Those wishing to make memorials are asked to consider the American Cancer Society.

American Cancer Society
P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City OK 73123
Tel: 1-800-227-2345
Web: http://www.cancer.org/