Obituary of John I. Mosher

John I. Mosher PhD

Albion: Monday, October 21^st, 2019 at the age of 86.   He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Constance; children, Jennifer Mosher (Robert Montione), Lisa Rodriguez (James Maher), John (Kathleen) Mosher, and Emily (Andy) Staryszak; grandchildren, Alyson & Justin Montione, Alex & Danny Rodriguez, Elizabeth & Laura Mosher; brother-in-law, James DeLong Jr ; many nieces, nephews, and friends.

John’s academic achievements included:

Hobart College, Geneva, NY BA 1956

Western State College of Colorado, Gunnison, CO MA 1961

Utah State University, Logan, Utah PhD 1972

John also served in the US Navy, Norfolk, VA 1956-1958

John spent his professional career as a Professor of Biology and Ecology at The State University of New York at Brockport from 1961-1995. He also had the opportunity to teach at the University of Manchester, England, Maharishi University of Management, Fairfield, IA and California State University, Bakersfield, CA. 

Dr. Mosher was a passionate and gifted teacher and continued teaching long after his retirement. His holistic views of medicine, agriculture, ecology, biology, religion and spiritualism were decades ahead of their time. His teachings reached thousands and were the foundation of contemporary sustainability, organic gardening, and spiritual growth. He taught countless seminars and workshops on topics close to his heart: holistic health, meditation, shamanism, Tai Chi, and most of all, expanding spiritual awareness. He also made himself available to counsel others throughout the years.

John grew up on a farm in Phelps, NY. He enjoyed organic gardening and was a lover of nature and the outdoors. For many years the family tended a large garden and grew much of their own food. He never forgot his rural roots and authored the book, The Green Fields of Home.

His many experiences included being a lifeguard, cowboy, sailor, pilot, scuba diver, motorcyclist, teacher, researcher, traveler, hiker, and healer.

John was surrounded by his loving wife and family during his last days.  He continued to teach and counsel even in his final hours. He will forever be remembered as a devoted Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, and Friend who was a never-ending source of unconditional love.

Join Family and Friends to celebrate his life, Saturday, November 23^rd at 11:00am.

Memorial Service held at Pullman Universalist Church, 10 E Park St. Albion, NY 14411.