Johanna A. Hightower, 91, passed away on April 26, 2018 peacefully surrounded by her devoted family. She is survived by her loving children, James Hightower, Jr., Carol (Kenneth) Otten, Carl (Marie) Hightower, Joanne (Patrick) Moccia and Joseph Hightower along with 10 Grandchildren, 22 Great-Grandchildren and 2 Great-Great Grandchildren. Johanna was predeceased by her husband, James Hightower Sr., her son, William and her Daughter-In-Law, Patricia.
Johanna was a life long Staten Islander. She lived in Port Richmond all her life, except for the 2 years that she lived in Georgia with her husband and his family
She met her husband James, a Georgia native, while he was stationed in Elm Park, during WWII.
Johanna worked as a retail sales associate on Port Richmond Ave for many years starting in 1944 in various stores including Kresge’s, Mae Moon’s, Albert’s Hosiery and Woolworth’s, where she retired in the early 1990’s
For many years, she enjoyed meeting friends for breakfast at the New Diner, at the corner of Port Richmond Ave and Harrison Ave
Johanna was an avid dog breeder and trainer and specialized in German Shepherds. She loved watching western TV shows and movies and loved listening to the music and watching the movies of Elvis Presley.
Funeral will be held at Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home on Monday, April 30, 2018 at 10am followed by a burial at Fairview Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be on Sunday from 2-4pm and 7-9pm.
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Sunday, April 29, 2018
2:00pm - 4:00pm 
6 thoughts on “Johanna Hightower”
We are so sorry for your loss. Although we only met Johanna in person once, it was enough to make a lasting impression. Her sweet smile and kind heart showed. I regret not getting to visit again last summer but I enjoyed seeing all of the post with her and about her on Facebook. I am honored to call her great granddaughter, Corinne, my daughter. Our prayers and love are there for all of you. With love, Steve and Charlotte Zurcher
My heart goes out to you all She truly loved her family and I know she will be missed by you all!! You each took care of her in your own special way and I know that deep down she appreciated it and loved you all. I have many special warm family memories of her and all of you together and I truly miss those special times. I hope there is lots of Godiva where you are Johanna because I know how much you loved it!! God Bless you and Rest now no more suffering just peaceful sleep. My prayers for strength for all of you in this a very sad loss for all!! Love you All!! Deb
Deepest sympathy for your loss at this sad time. What a wonderful legacy she left you all… in such a great family. Condolences
My deepest condolences to the Hightower’s. Johanna was a bright star who shined the most, when her family was near. I remember Thanksgivings when Papa would bring us over for a holiday visit, one of my fondest memories as a child! Love, and hugs to you all.
Our condolences to the Hightower family. From the La Bracco
Joe and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We are so sorry for your loss… Sincerest condolences from Jacqui, Leon, Pammy and Gabriel