Jo Ann Hochstetler

Jo Ann (Ranger) Hochstetler, age 90, of Lyons, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her sleep early Sunday, October 27, 2013 in the Parkcliffe Community. Jo Ann was born June 27, 1923, to the late Arthur and Caroline Ranger at their home near Lyons, and lived in the Lyons area the rest of her life. Jo Ann graduated from Lyons High School and attended Adrian Collage. On March 8, 1944, she married Gaylord G. Hochstetler and had one son, Rodney.

Jo Ann spent most of her life as a housewife. Gaylord and Jo Ann ran a farmland tour in Florida for many years. They traveled extensively in the U.S., including Alaska and Hawaii. They had also been to Europe on a couple occasions.

Jo Ann was a life-long member of the Lyons Christian Church. She served in many capacities, as Sunday school teacher, vacation Bible school teacher, and group leader. She was a member of the Christian Women’s Fellowship, the Lyons Literary League, the Lyons Historical Society, Lyons Senior Citizens, and the Adrian Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

She is survived by her son, Rodney; sisters-in-law, Virge Fether and Arlean (Carlton) Felger; special nieces, nephews, and friends, Betty Champion, Judy Chase, and Classie Goldsmith; and special pet, Timmy

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and sister, Helen Earles.

Friends and family may visit Tuesday, October 29th from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Weigel Funeral Home, 413 E. Main St. in Metamora (419.644.3601), The family will receive family and friends on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. till 11:00 a.m. at Lyons Christian Church, 138 E. Morenci St., Lyons, Ohio 43533, with funeral services beginning at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Paul Bomeli officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Lyons Christian Church Building Fund or the Lyons Historical Society.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the Parkcliffe Community and Promedica Hospice for their loving care.

Residence: Lyons, Ohio

Visitation: Tuesday, October 29th from 4:00 9m to 8:00 pm in the funeral home

Funeral Services: Wednesday at 11:00 am at Lyons Christian Church

Interment: Lyons Cemetery