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Paul Hostak was born July 12, 1948, in Cedar Rapids, IA, the son of Paul and Margaret (Holub) Hostak. Paul was a proud Vietnam Paratrooper. Paul met the love of his life, Linda, and they were married in Las Vegas on August 19, 1988. He is survived by his loving wife Linda, his dog Blue; his 5 children: Brian (Carrie) Meeks, Deanna, Nick, Dalin, and Dawn; grandchildren: Sage Meeks, who was always there to help; siblings: Nancy Rowe, Shirley Murdock, and Patty Lafler. He is preceded in death by his parents, a sister Nadine McEnany.
Paul was an avid sports fan and loved going to the casino. Paul wanted to share a special thanks to: John Akers, VA in-home healthcare team, Doctor Kilburg, and staff, Above and Beyond, Hospice.
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Tom Banse
August 4, 2023
Sorry Paul that you are no longer with us. From a former classmate & Vietnam Veteran. Rest in peace.
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