Marilyn L. Hostetter, 80, of Lyons, Indiana, went to Heaven with family by her side, on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at Ketcham Memorial Center in Odon. She was born on October 15, 1944 in Washington, Indiana to John Raymond and Hazel (Cooper) Sipes. Marilyn married the love of her life, Elmer W. Hostetter on December 9, 1962.

Marilyn was a member of the Lyons First Christian Church. She worked as a teacher’s aide at L&M School for 17 years as well as working beside her husband for many years on their farm. Marilyn enjoyed reading, gardening and doing crafts.

Family left to cherish the memory of Marilyn include: daughter, Lori (Darren) Burch of Bloomfield; son, Brian (Chris) Hostetter of Lyons; grandchildren, Clayton (Emily) Burch, Mitchell (Nicole) Burch, Carter Hostetter, Wyatt McCammon and Hayden Cunningham; great-granddaughter, Parker Burch.

Marilyn was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband, Elmer Hostetter and brother, Dwight Sipes.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM on Monday, July 14, 2025 at Anderson-Poindexter Chapel in Linton with Archie Ellett officiating. Marilyn will be laid to rest in Marco Cemetery.

Family and friends may call from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM on Sunday, July 13 and from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM on Monday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the WRV Middle School PTO. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Arrangements and care have been entrusted to Meng Family Funeral Homes, Anderson-Poindexter Chapel in Linton. Condolences and memories may be sent to the family online at www.andersonpoindexter.com.