Earl Hostetler, 91, of Sarasota, Florida went to his heavenly home on December 5, 2021. He was surrounded by his loving wife and children.

Earl was born in December 1930 and raised in Hartville, Ohio. He moved to the Sarasota area in 1970, where he met his wife, Mary, whom he just celebrated 50 years of marriage with.

He was a maintenance supervisor and retired from Orange Acres M.H.C. He loved spending time with his family and working on projects around his home. He spent many years driving the church bus and teaching Sunday school so children could learn about Jesus.

He leaves behind his wife Mary and his children; Roger (Pam) Hostetler, Debi (Gary) O'Dell, Darlene (Levon) Hilton, Teresa (Allen) Harrell, Tim (Debbie) Vest, Jeff Hostetler, Dale Vest (deceased), Kathy Burke, Greg (Tracy) Hostetler and John Cole. He is also survived by 34 Grandchildren, 54 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren. He has one surviving brother Marion (Emma) Hostetler.

Celebration of life date to be determined.