HOSTETTER, James David - Putnam

Concerning the death of JD HOSTETTER mention of which was made in these columns, The Calumet OK Chieftain of March 24 says: It becomes our sad duty to record the death of our friend, JD Hostetter, which occurred at the home, six miles NE of Calumet, last Friday afternoon March 17 abed 63 years 9 months 14 days. Although he had been poorly since the first of the year, his death was due to pneumonia. His intimate friends had realized for some time that his days on earth would be few and were grieved because of their personal loss and for the sorrow which could come to the family circle, which was soon to be broken. While they understood full well that his passing would mean the opening of a greater life where sickness and separation could not enter and that he was ready to answer the summons, although he shunk from the thought of leaving his happy earthly home and loved ones. James David Hostetter son of Sherman and Mary Hostetter was born near Ladoga, Ind June 3, 1852. On the farm of his parents he grew to manhood learning many valuable lessons from nature and nature’s God, which helped in the building of the noble character he possessed. Anxious to be of service to the world and possessing a love for knowledge, he began teaching in the public school at the age of 20 and for 19 years he did what he could teach lessons of truth and develop uprightness of character in those under his instruction. For 10 years he held the position of superintendent of education of Hendricks Co Ind.. His long career as an instructor developed in him a desire to investigate questions of controversy that he might be able to render just decisions and when convinced that he was right, stood for his convictions with all the ardor of his nature. On May 25, 1879, he was united in marriage to Miss Olive Mitchell. To this happy union were born 3 sons, Morris B; Harlan Orr; James Eston and a daughter, Mehrie. The eldest son, who holds a government position in the Canal Zone was unable to be present at the demise of his father. He confessed his faith in Jesus Christ and united and was a surprise life for his Lord and was an officer in the local congregation to the end. He was an active member of the Masonic and Knights of Pythias orders and the local Gospel team. On account of failing health he moved to Stratford, TX where he resided 3 years. Coming to Calumet, Ok in 1911 he purchased the farm which has since been the family home. So well pleased was he with Calumet and the friendship formed here that he was content for this to be his home in life and his resting place in death. That crowd in attendance at the funeral services. The funeral services were held at the Methodist Church conducted by Brother FH Lash, pastor of the 1st Christian Church of El Reno, who offered beautiful words of consolation from the word of God to those who mourn and hope for those who would accept his word. The floral offerings from friends and orders were beautiful and showed the esteem in which our friend and brother was held. The body was laid to rest in the beautiful IOOF cemetery. May our Heavenly Father comfort those who are bereft of husband, father and friend.

Source: Crawfordsville Review Tuesday March 21, 1916

Lebanon, March 20 - Harry Hostetter today received a message from Calumet, OK announcing the death of his uncle, J.D. Hostetter who passed away at that place Friday after several months of failing health. Mr. Hostetter was born in Montgomery County and his well known in this county. He was county superintendent of the scohool and superintendent of the schools at New Ross for some time. Mrs. Hostetter is a sister to Charles Mitchell of this city. His mother, L.W. Hostetter resides near Indianapolis.