James Stanley Hostetler
James Stanley Hostetler, 98, formerly of Crescent Township, died on May 24, 2026 in Riverview Manor, Ashbury Senior Living, Lewisburg, PA. “Jimmy” was born in Glenwillard, PA on January 4, 1928 the son of the late Darl & Jane (McCarrier) Hostetler.
After graduating high school, Jim enlisted in the U.S Marine Corps, serving in the Marine Air Wing as WWII was winding down. Not long after joining the Marine Reserves, the Korean War began and Jim was called up to serve his country a second time (Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines). Jim was part of the epic Chosin Reservoir campaign where Marines, cut off behind enemy lines and in bitterly cold temperatures, fought off a much larger enemy force and he became one of a revered group of Marines known as ”The Frozen Chosen”.
After recovering from his wounds and severe frostbite, Jim worked 42 years for Jones and Laughlin (J&L) Steel Corporation. He was a passionate Steelers fan and enjoyed fishing, camping, exercise, music, dancing, and his extended family. Jim and his wife Mary spent many retirement years wintering in Florida where they made a host of new friends. Jim was a practicing Christian who enjoyed sharing his faith and inspiration with others.
Jim is survived by three sons: Richard G. Hostetler (Reni), WA; Gary L. Hostetler (Lorie), NC; Gregg A. Hostetler (Linda), MD, eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Emma (Blackford) Hostetler in 2012, granddaughter Evan Hostetler in 2017, and son James D. Hostetler (Darcie) in 2018.
Friends will be received on Friday May 29th from 2-4 & 6-8 PM in The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Twp. (1522 Coraopolis Hts. Rd.) Where a funeral service will be held on Saturday at 10 AM. Interment and Military Honors will follow at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Rochester.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.
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6 thoughts on “James Stanley Hostetler”
I will never forget Jimmy He was always so thoughtful about coming up to see us And always calling and checking on us very often Even till this past year. Rest in peace Jimmy!
I met Jim thru my job, he very soon became more than a client. Jim opened his heart to me and my family, treating us like family indeed. His story’s drew us in and he retold them so very well. I consider Jim a father figure, he even showed me how to dance and the boys a few marine moves. Our hearts will cherish each moment! Thank you Jim for believing in me. I have often thought that I was born in the wrong era…. Jim understood my old fashion ways and boy did he give praise. His praise helped me accept who God had designed me to be. Working with Jim always made the day better . See you again some day (Ginny)
I met Jim through my friend Jodie who works for Riverwoods. I brought in my puppy Jax to meet him. I talked to Jim for a while that day. I absolutely adored him. He was an amazing man. I always checked up on Jim. He would ask about Jax and I as well. Rest in Peace Jim.
Jim was one of my Dear residents he was a man with a heart of gold learned alot from him and cherished our moments together RIP JIM YOU WILL BE MISSED
To the entire Hostetler family, please accept my sincerest condolences with the passing of “Mr. Hostetler”. Having grown up 4 doors up the street from the Hostetler homestead, he was someone who was a part of my life on a daily basis for almost 20 yrs. I could go on for hours with the stories of him, almost all of them fantastic memories… except for one. And that was the time that he made me, Gary, and Gregg, tear down our tree house in the woods behind his house because the boards were really rotting and was unsafe. Boy was I mad ! But that was an important part of who Mr. Hostetler was: he was always watching out for not only his family and kids, but also those around him. He was a special person and he, as well as the entire family, hold a very special place in my heart and in my memories. I am sure he has impacted many, many others in very similar ways. You will be missed Mr. Hostetler !
I pray that the Lord will watch over your entire family, give them all peace, and walk with them in this difficult time.
Sincerely, Kerry Meier, Jr.
(Gary: I just discovered I now live 1.5 hrs from you. I’ll look you up this summer.)
Rick: So sorry for your loss. 98 is a long life and it sounds as though he was very much loved and honored. May the Lord comfort you and strengthen you in this time of grief, and may your father rest in peace.