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John E. Hostetler

March 4, 1941 ~ February 16, 2021 (age 79) 79 Years Old

John Hostetler Obituary

Hostetler, John E., 79, Cairnbrook, died February 16, 2021 at home. Born March 4, 1941, the son of Ira D. and Mary Elizabeth (Landis) Hostetler. Preceded in death by parents; infant son, Scott Allen; grandson, Carl Allen James; brother, Harold; father-in-law, Harry Dwain Gahagen; and beloved dog, Cody. Survived by wife of 57 years, the former Carol Gahagen; and children, Debbie (Rich) James, James (Marlene), Sheri (Don) Goughnour, Karen (Joe) Sanzo, Douglas (Lisa); 17  grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sister, Sarah Shumaker; mother-in-law, Pearl; and a number of nieces, nephews, and in-laws. Private arrangements by the Mulcahy Funeral Home, Central City. www.mulcahyfuneralhome.com

 

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