Michael John "Hoss" Hostetler

Michael J. "Hoss" Hostetler, age 71 of Andover, passed away peacefully, surrounded with love, on Friday, August 7, 2020 at Unity Hospital in Fridley.

Mike was born in Anoka, Minnesota on April 1, 1949 to Donald and Lorraine (Bennett) Hostetler.  He attended Anoka High School and was a talented 3-sport athlete, but his first love was football.  Mike was football captain his senior year.  He was recognized as a distinguished athlete and member of the honor society. Mike was recognized as one of the greatest fullbacks in the conference by his coaches.  He continued his football career at Augsburg College, where he gained several of his lifelong friends, including his ‘Gamma’ fraternity brothers.

Mike married his love, Condello Zubulake, on September 1, 1973.  Settling their home in Anoka, they had three amazing children together, of which he was extremely proud: Katrina (Andover), Jason (Andover) and Krista (NYC).

Mike worked alongside his dad, Donald, in the family business, National Bushing in Anoka for several years and soon followed in his dad’s footsteps, becoming an Anoka firefighter, where he was honored to serve his community as a First Responder.

Mike’s love of sports had him continue playing softball in Anoka for several years on the American Legion teams, as well as the famous ‘Wawas’ softball team. He coached several of his son’s Anoka baseball teams, as well as served on the Anoka Area Baseball League Association Board for many years.

As a successful business owner. Mike had a bigger than life personality, witty sense of humor and contagious laugh, leading to his great connection with people.  He was a tremendous leader in the business community and was asked to speak in many parts of the country, including graduations at the Air Force Academy and U.S. Naval Base.  Mike had a passion for helping others succeed and spreading his positive outlook on life.

Mike loved and was so proud of his family.  His children and grandchildren were a top priority; he loved spending time with his family whether it was a sporting event, traveling, fishing, hosting BBQs, going to concerts or celebrating birthdays.  He treasured his family.

Mike developed Parkinson’s disease in 2009, later developing Lewy body dementia in 2014.  He fought this tough battle with dignity despite several setbacks with pneumonia and bronchitis.  He lost his last battle with pneumonia on August 7, 2020, at Unity Hospital.

In addition to his parents, Mike was preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Sandy and Steven Thorsen.  Mike is survived by his wife, Condello (Zubulake); daughter, Katrina (Thomas) Develice; son, Jason (Brenda) Hostetler; daughter, Krista (Justin) Deans; grandchildren, Connor, Devin and Mason Develice, and Madalynn and Garrett Hostetler; sisters, Linda (Steve) Sexton and Lisa (Brian) O’Donnell; brother-in-law, Harry Zubulake; sister-in-law, Mary Ellen (Zubulake) Everhart (Les); as well as several cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends.  Mike loved all of them, as they loved him.

Mike had a strong love for his Lord and Savior.  We know he is in the best place, without pain or suffering.

A Visitation will be held from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m., followed by a Private Funeral Service on Friday, August 21, 2020 at Thurston-Lindberg  Funeral Home, 2005 Branch Avenue, Anoka.  Interment will take place in Forest Hill Cemetery, Anoka.  Masks are required and social distancing will be enforced.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.

Arrangements entrusted to Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home of Anoka (763) 421-0220