Perrysburg native Jack Hoste, age 72, passed away Monday, June 20, 2022, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends. Jack was born in Perrysburg, to Anthony and Nadine Hoste, on March 3, 1950. Jack was a graduate of Perrysburg High School, Class of 1969, where he was a proud member of the Yellow Jackets football team, scoring the first touchdown in the new football stadium in 1968. Jack lived a life of service to the city he loved. He spent many years as a volunteer firefighter/EMT with the Perrysburg Fire Department. He retired from Perrysburg High School, where he worked as a custodian for many years.
Jack was a passionate fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, as evidenced by the tattoo on his arm. He also was an avid fan of Detroit Tigers baseball and Ohio State football.
He loved sharing his knowledge of handy work and enjoyed spending time woodworking, fishing and golfing. Later in life, Jack enjoyed the simple things in life with many new friends at Simmons Crossing Senior Apartments. He made friends wherever he went, unapologetically sharing jokes, stories and conversations with anyone willing to share with him.
He was a dedicated and loving father, grandfather, brother, and a loyal friend. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Vernon. He is survived by his daughter, Leah; son, Brandon (Shannon), and grandsons, Owen, Caden and Declan. He also is survived by brothers, Donald, Richard (Sandra), Kenneth (Debra) and Terry, and sisters, Sheryl, Nadine (Wade), Nannette (Mark) and Karen. He leaves behind many nieces and nephews who fondly remember summers by his pool, his endless jokes and his absolute refusal to be caught smiling on camera. Jack was truly loved and will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
A memorial gathering was held Sunday, June 26, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home, 222 East South Boundary Street, Perrysburg. Online condolences may be given at walkerfuneral homes.com. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Jack’s name to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network at pancan.org.