Jack E. “Spike” Hostler, 73 of Altoona, died Friday November 11, 2016 at UPMC Altoona.

He was born December 4, 1942 in Altoona, a son of the late Larry and Hazel (Amick) Hostler. He was happily married to Beverly Ann Scheffer for 53 years.

Surviving are his wife, Beverly; a son Brian Hostler and wife Julie of Altoona; five grandchildren, a brother, Bob Hostler and wife Tena, a sister, Eleanor Hazlett; a brother in law, Jim Scheffer and wife Carol; and a special friend, Bob Hughes.

He was a former member of Fifth Avenue United Methodist Church.

Jack was a 1960 graduate of Altoona High School.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran.

Spike retired in 2007 as a die cast operator at Veeder-Root after 45 years of service.

He was a life member of the Bavarian Aide Society.

Spike enjoyed playing and umpiring softball, coaching baseball, hunting, fishing and loved talking to his neighbors.  He also enjoyed going to Pompano Beach, FL with his wife.

               Friends will be received Monday November 21, 2016 from 4pm to 6pm at Myers-Somers Funeral Home, Inc., 501 Sixth Avenue, Altoona, where a memorial gathering will take place at 6pm. 

              In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Home Nursing Agencey, 201 Chestnut Ave, Altoona, PA 16601.