Dakota "Dak" Hosta

Dakota "Dak" Hosta obituary, Parma, OH

Dakota "Dak" Hosta

Dakota Hosta Obituary

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DAKOTA "DAK" HOSTA, age 32; passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle against Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, surrounded by family on Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Loving husband of Danielle (nee DiRuggiero) for 2 years; beloved son of Bruce and Fonda (nee Fiore); cherished brother of Dan (Michelle) and the late Dara Hosta; grandson of the late Albert and Catherine Hosta and Alyce and Nicholas Fiore; uncle of Ava and Lucas Hosta; dear son-in-law of Frank and Kristy DiRuggiero; nephew, cousin and dear friend of many. Dak was an electrician for RJ Martin. He enjoyed motorcycle rides with friends and family, working on his Volkswagen, Motocross and taking his dogs LuLu and Remmy to the dog park. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the ALS Association, www.als.org. Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Family Church, 7367 York Rd., Parma, Monday, April 17, 2023 at 10 a.m. Please meet at church. Interment Chestnut Grove Cemetery. Friends receive at THE RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.) SUNDAY 1-5 P.M.
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April 17, 2023

Andy Daniels posted to the memorial.

April 17, 2023

Joanne Berger DuMound posted to the memorial.

April 15, 2023

Ted Nutter posted to the memorial.

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Andy Daniels

April 17, 2023

To Bruce and Fonda I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dakota. I am praying for you guys at this moment. This is a heavy load but I know in my heart that God will keep your family strong to deal with this very difficult task. Lord please look after the Hosta family. Condition their minds, bodies and souls to be able the handle this unfortunate loss once again. My heart is heavy and I am hurting for my friend. I can only imagine what Bruce, Fonda and their family is going through right now.

Joanne Berger DuMound

April 17, 2023

Bruce, Fonda and family,
Please accept my condolences. Your family is in my prayers. May God's loving arms wrap you with his mercy, comfort and peace.

Ted Nutter

April 15, 2023

Bruce & Fonda, No words can express the hurt. I reached out to Bruce after my son passed last July & he's been an emence blessing in helping me. Now they are going thru losing a second child when one is too many. I'm here for you and hope the Bobcat gang can show it's support, which I know is there for you. God Bless

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