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Barb Hostetter Obituary
SHELBY: Barb Hostetter, age 43, wife of Rusty Hostetter, gained her angel wings suddenly on Tuesday, July 2, 2013. Barb was born November 19, 1969 in Marion, Ohio. She was the daughter of Paul and Peggy Blizzard, graduating with honors from Wynford High School in 1988. Barb later received her Nursing degree and worked at several nursing homes and hospitals, currently working at Shelby Point Nursing Home.
Barb loved helping people, reading, and spending time with family and her pets. She was a devoted mother of three beautiful children. She loved life and loved her family. Her smile would light up a room. She was a beautiful person with an even more beautiful heart with an inner strength that most people only dream of having. From a tie-dye motorcycle enthusiast to a homemaker and caregiver, she had many different faces she wore on a daily basis. She was so full of life it radiated from her anytime you would see her. Heaven gained a beautiful soul who will be deeply missed.
Barb is survived by her loving husband Rusty; her children, Ross Remington Hostetter, Becca Ann Hostetter and Brook Rene Hostetter; her parents, Paul and Peggy Blizzard; one sister, Teresa Blizzard; her father-in-law, Roy (Becky) Hostetter; her mother-in-law, Linda Esterline; sisters-in-law, Heather (Henry) Kinney, Holly (Peyton) Strength and Heidi (Sean) O'Donnell; brothers-in-law, Randall Hostetter and Brian Pifer; many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles; and her best friends, Kimi Griffith and Joe Belcher.
Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, July 6, 2013 at Diamond Hill Cathedral where services will be held at 4:00 p.m. conducted by Mel Schroeder.
Memorial contributions may be made to her children to help them continue their education.
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Beverly (Shope) Stringer
July 9, 2013
So sorry for your loss, the family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Leanne Smith
July 8, 2013
It was such an honor to know Barb and always a pleasure to see her beautiful smile. My sincerest apologies for the Hostetter and Blizzard families.
July 6, 2013
Rusty so sorry for your family loss and your in our prayers
Travis and Kristin Sand
July 6, 2013
Our deepest sympathy for your sudden loss Paul Blizzard and family. Thinking of you in such a difficult time.
Amity Stowers - Allen
July 6, 2013
Dear Hostetter family, I had the pleasure of workung several years hand in hand as the director of therapy and her as the MDS nurse. She and i had many conversations both work and personal, I am so blessed to have known her and spent time with her. She absolutely loved her family, husband, and childern. She truely was definition of unselfish, caring and giving. She will be missed. My prayers go to all of the family that God eases the pain. God bless
Heather Hokans
July 6, 2013
Barb and I started at Galion Hospital at the same time, and I so enjoyed working with her. My prayers are with you all during this time!
Nichole Brown
July 6, 2013
Rusty, I am so sorry for you loss.Praying for peace and understanding durning this time.
Mike-Pam Butler
July 5, 2013
Barb is a beautiful young Lady,that we have known since she was a little girl,she was also beautiful then,praying for her Husband,children,and her Parents which are very good people and long time friends.RIP.
Mary Jane Buck
July 5, 2013
To all of Barb's family and friends, May GOD ease your aching hearts and may you know that Barb will always be with us in spirit. I worked with Barb as a therapist and have known her for yrs. I will miss her. God's Speed.
July 5, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.we will miss barb dearly at the bank.
from the staff at citizens bank (mansfield ave)
Rhonda Davey
July 5, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers to the family.Rhonda and Ken Davey and family
Jim Griffiths
July 5, 2013
My thoughts, prayers and support are with Barb's family, friends and coworkers. I enjoyed working with Barb these past 3 years at Shelby Pointe.
Janet Alfrey
July 5, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
July 5, 2013
Rusty and family, My condolances to you on your loss of your beautiful wife and mother, I worked with Barb at Galion Hospital and always remember her as a loving and careing friend. I will never forget her happiness when you gave her the engagement ring and proposal of marriage , her face showed it all. I will always remember her as a real friend. Linda Gifford Heimlich
Lou Wise
July 5, 2013
My heartfelt condolences to Rusty, Ross, Becca, Brook and family. I pray that our Lord will help you during this sorrowful time.
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