Thomas Lee Hostetler was a math teacher
Thomas Lee Hostetler, 86, of Leesburg, Florida passed away March 22, 2023, at Lake Port Square in Leesburg, Florida. Tom was born June 20, 1936 in Youngstown, Ohio to the late Chauncey and Ellen (Krabill) Hostetler. He married Anna Mae Jantzi Hostetler who preceded him in death.
Tom was a math teacher at Cheektowaga High School and Williamsville High School both in New York. He enjoyed water skiing, throwing horseshoes and received many accolades for his yo-yo skills.
Survivors include two brothers, Donald (Joyce) Hostetler and George (Elizabeth) Hostetler both of Bluffton and a sister, Margaret Bird of Yellow Springs, Ohio.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 30, 2023 at Maple Grove Cemetery, Bluffton with Pastor Jeff Boehr officiating.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton.
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