Mary K. Hostetter, 88, of Bedford, PA, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
She was born in New Paris, Pennsylvania, on February 2, 1937, a daughter of the late William and Anna (Ginder) Kanode.
On September 22, 1956, she married James Hostetter, in Mount Joy, PA.
Mary is survived by her husband, James; four children, Edwin (Christine), Renata (Walter), Kathryn (Shannon), and Brian (Robin); a brother, Isaac; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and their families.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in passing by nine siblings, Paul, Irvin, Esther, Amos, Anna, Ruth, Barbara, John, and Earl.
After graduating from high school, Mary maintained and managed her family home taking pride in all that she did to provide love for her husband and children.
Mary’s passions in life were sewing and quilting. She also enjoyed playing the piano and organ for her church. Her love for planting flowers blossomed in her flowerbed.
Funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 2:00 PM, at Clear Creek Brethren in Christ Church, Everett, PA, with Pastor John Geyer officiating.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2025, from 1:00 PM until the hour of service, at Clear Creek Brethren in Christ Church, Everett, PA.
Burial will be at Cross Roads Cemetery, Mount Joy, PA, at 1:00 PM on Friday, May 30, 2025.
Friends and family may share memories online at www.donelsonfuneralhome.com
Arrangements by Donelson Funeral Home LLC, Everett, PA.
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