TOPEKA — Gregory Alan Hostetler, age 53, of Topeka, died Saturday evening, Jan. 2, 2016. He was surrounded by his loving family. Gregory was born in Elkhart County Nov. 30, 1962, the son of Mervin and Margaret (Miller) Hostetler. In April 16, 1999 he married Teri Beth Leannais.

He is survived by his beloved family; wife: Teri Beth Hostetler, Topeka; children: Zachary Hostetler, Topeka; Andrew Hostetler, Topeka; Erica (Izaak) Landgraff, Brownsburg; Jordan (Lynsey) Hostetler of Howe; Eden (Brian) Miller, Topeka; grandchildren: Cole, Cash, Kenady, Declan, Kalaya, and Easton; siblings: Sharee (Frank) Hartman, New Paris; Lynnell (Jim) Eash, Bronson, Mich; Bradley (Cynthia) Hostetler, Shipshewana; Diantha Hostetler, Goshen; and Todd (Lou Anne) Hostetler, Middlebury; sister-in-law, Diana (Craig) Few of Sturgis, Mich; mother and father-in-law, Davetta (Frank) Tagariello, Pompano Beach, Fla; several nieces and nephews; and his best friend and dog Chewy.

Gregory was welcomed into everlasting life by his brother: Jeffery Lee Hostetler; and a brother-in-law: Daniel Leannais.

Hostetler was a well-respected standardbred horseman and was very passionate about his profession. Gregory’s hobbies included; playing the guitar, golfing, and fishing. Above all he loved spending time with his grand-kids.

A memorial service in Gregory’s honor will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, at New Life Fellowship, 2755 SR 5, Topeka. Pastors Drew Ryall and Larry Byrnes will officiate.

A visitation will be held from 10-2 p.m. prior to the service at the church. A private cremation committal has taken place at Legacy Cremation and Remembrance Center in Ligonier.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Gregory Hostetler Benefit, c/o Farmers State Bank, 220 Detroit St., LaGrange, IN 46761.

Yeager Funeral Home in Ligonier is entrusted with the funeral arrangements.