Mr. Don Hostetter

May 24, 1956 - June 13, 2018

Donald Ray Hostetter, 62, of East Peoria, died at 12:09 AM on Wednesday June 13, 2018 at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria. He was born on May 24, 1956 in Peoria to Gerald and Ruth (Adkins) Hostetter. He married Jo Riddell on December 9, 1989 in Bloomington. She survives. Don was a loving husband, devoted father and loving friend to many. He is survived by his children Billie (Don) Neuman of Creve Coeur, Dennis (Shannon) Hostetter of Pekin, Jason (Chrissy) Riddell of East Peoria, Amariah Smith of Florida and Matthew and Selena Hostetter of East Peoria; his father Gerald E. Hostetter of Marquette Heights; 1 brother Steve Hostetter of Florida; 1 sister Connie (Rick) Pope of Tuscola; 8 grandchildren; and many extended family, especially Tracy Williams and Sherry Falk. Don worked at Isaacson Concrete and Excavating in Normal as a truck driver and mechanic. He was a big family man, as he and his wife were foster parents to a total of 5 children since 2008. Don was a believer and attended Bethany Missionary Church in East Peoria. Memorial service will be on Saturday, June 16 at 11 AM at Bethany Missionary Church in East Peoria, celebration of life will follow. Pastor Tim Bohm will officiate. Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorials may be made to the family. Gary Deiters Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements.