Johnny Daral Little, age 77, passed away Friday, Nov.18, 2016 at Northeast Medical Center in Concord. A native of Lincolnton, he was the only son of John Brant and Bertha Thompson Little. He attended Lincolnton High School. Johnny was employed by Bost Bakery in Shelby and retired at age 53 from Merita Bakery. He then owned and operated Kings Mountain Auto Brokers in Shelby and continued working and enjoying his many beloved customers and friends until 2 weeks ago. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Shelby and most recently attended First Christian Church in Lincolnton.

Johnny is survived by his loving family, wife of 57 years, Linda Miller Little, his son and business partner, Andy and his wife Amanda, grandchildren Patrick and Meghan of Charlotte, and his daughter, Tammy and grandchildren, Tori, Scout and Autumn of Boone, and a sister, Merle Moore of Denver.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 26, 2016 at Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home in Shelby from 2:00 p.m.to 4:00 p.m. Memorial service is at 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home with Rev. Kathy Naish and Rev. Perry Holleman officiating.

Memorials may be made to the Cleveland County Humane Society, 1609 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150.

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family of Mr. Little.

Guest Registry is available at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.