Franklin J. Hostetler, 70 of La Porte, Indiana passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2024.  

He was born on April 18, 1954, in South Bend, Indiana to the late Benjamin and Lorraine (Swanson) Hostetler.

Franklin was a machine operator for over 30 years with New York Blower in La Porte. He was a member of the P.N.A. Club and enjoyed meeting his friends at the Casino. On June 28, 1980,

Franklin married Vicky Lambert who preceded him in death on September 16, 2018. He is survived by his daughter, Stephanie L. (Brent) Keller of La Porte, Indiana.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2 PM Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Frank L. Keszei Funeral Home, Essling Chapel, 1117 Indiana Avenue, La Porte, Indiana, where visitation will be from 12 noon until 2 PM before the services.

Memorial contributions may be made to www.stjude.org, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

To light a virtual candle, share a story of Franklin’s life, or leave a message of comfort for his family, please visit esslingfuneralhome.com