Delmar Hospelhorn

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Delmar C. Hospelhorn
Date Of Birth:September 25, 1921
Date Of Death:January 26, 2012
Service Date:Funeral services will be held at 1 pm on Wednesday, February 1, 2012, at East White Oak Bible Church in Carlock with Rev. Larry Van Gundy and Rev. Steven Smith officiating. Military rites will be accorded by the Bloomington-Normal American Legion Honor Guard at the church. Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at Kibler-Brady-Ruestman Memorial Home in Bloomington and one hour prior to the service at the church.

Delmar C. Hospelhorn

Carlock-Delmar C. Hospelhorn, 90, of Carlock passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2012 at 8:57 am at Meadows Mennonite Retirement Home in Rural Chenoa. Funeral services will be held at 1 pm on Wednesday, February 1, 2012, at East White Oak Bible Church in Carlock with Rev. Larry Van Gundy and Rev. Steven Smith officiating. Military rites will be accorded by the Bloomington-Normal American Legion Honor Guard at the church. Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at Kibler-Brady-Ruestman Memorial Home in Bloomington and one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at the Hudson Cemetery in Hudson. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to East White Oak Bible Church directed towards missions, or to Meadows Mennonite Retirement Home in Delmar's name. Kibler-Brady-Ruestman Memorial Home in Bloomington is handling arrangements.

Delmar was born on September 25, 1921 in Hudson, IL a son to Floyd and Floy (Smith) Hospelhorn. He married Lucy Troyer on January 27, 1946 in Carlock, IL and she survives.

In addition to his wife Lucy, Delmar is survived by his children: son: Gary (Mary) Hospelhorn of Winnebago, IL, son: Paul (Doris) Hospelhorn of Scottsdale, AZ, daughter: Helen (Dan) Ward of Woodinville, WA, son: Keith(Sue) Hospelhorn of Normal, IL; grandchildren: Lyn Tomlinson, Lee Hospelhorn, Brian Ward, Brent Hospelhorn, Jenna Lane, Doug Hospelhorn, Bethany Ward, Adam Hospelhorn, Jason Hospelhorn; great-grand children: Jacob Tomlinson, Emily Tomlinson, Samuel Ward, Troy Hospelhorn, Benjamin Ward, Sophia Hospelhorn, Aubrey Lane, Brock Hospelhorn; two brothers: Raymond and Edwin Hospelhorn both of Sun City, AZ.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers: Donald and Clarence Hospelhorn.

He served his country in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. Technical Sergeant Hospelhorn served as a Flight Engineer on B-17's participating in 29 missions over the European Theater.

Delmar farmed in rural Carlock for 57 years, retiring in 2008. He will be remembered as a hard worker who had a great love for farming and his Country.

He was a member of East White Oak Bible Church in Carlock, and The McLean County Farm Bureau.

Delmar was a resident at Meadows Mennonite Home for the last 31/2 years. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the wonderful staff in the Alzheimer's Unit at Meadows for their wonderful care and concern for Delmar throughout his stay.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at kiblerbradyruestman.com.


  • From: Charles & Mary ( McClure ) Lobdell
    Location:Hudson,Il

    Dear Lucy & Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Charlie & Mary Lobdell


  • From: Jim and Pat Henry
    Location:5 Rolling Meadows, Mt. Sterling, Illinois 62353

    To Paul, Doris, and Family, Thinking of you and praying for God's great blessings of peace, strength, and comfort to you and all your family. Our love and sympathy, Jim and Pat


  • From: Dave & Leanne Damron
    Location:Danvers,IL.

    Lucy, Leanne and are so sorry for your lost. You and your family will be in our prayers.


  • From: Dave & Leanne Damron
    Location:Danvers,IL.

    Lucy, Leanne and are so sorry for your lost. You and your family will be in our prayers.


  • From: Alan & Jill Compton
    Location:Normal, Illinois

    Lucy, Jill and I are very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We know Delmar is now in a better place.


  • From: Jim  Carlock
    Location:Normal, IL

    We are holding all of you in our hearts and prayers. You have our sympathies, Jim, Kim and Kate Carlock


  • From: Meri Ann (Blaser) Jones
    Location:Havelock, NC

    Ms Lucy, I am so sorry for you loss. I have so many sweet memories of my time growing up at EWO and seeing you two there. You are in my prayers.


  • From: Dick Tharp
    Location:Lockport, LA

    I'm truly sorry for you loss.


  • From: Jim & Margo (Troyer) Hollingsworth
    Location:Rule TX

    It's with heavy hearts that Jim & I send our condolences to you. You were so kind to us when we visited. Jim still talks about things Delmar shared with him about farming. Please know that you are loved and that angels will watch over all of you during these times. Delmar is with our Lord, and for that we can rejoice! Love to you, Lucy & family... may God bless each of you.


  • From: Linda and Steve Waters
    Location:Normal, IL

    Lucy, special love and prayers are with you and your family. Altho we cannot be with you in person -- I had a stroke Dec. 22 and Steve still works -- we will be in heart and prayer. May all that is comforting and strengthening be yours from Above. Much love, precious cousin. Linda


  • From: Jo Anne (Troyer) Martin
    Location:Elk Grove Village, IL

    Dear Lucy - My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. I have fond memories of attending many Troyer reunions and always seeing you and Delmar in attendance until more recently when you've come alone. We know he is now finally at rest and in a much better place. And I've learned that fond memories are the best gifts our loved ones leave behind. God bless you and your family as you remember and celebrate his life. -- Love & hugs, Jo Anne


  • From: Dale Troyer
    Location:Venice, Fl.

    Dear Lucy and Family: My deepest sympathies to all of you! Delmar was a special person and will be deeply missed! I just learned of his passing tonight from a phone call from Aunt Ruth (Bless her)! Sorry that I will be unable to attend any of the services. Take care and God Bless!


  • From: Richard & Jane Weigle
    Location:Pecatonica, IL

    To Gary/Mary, and all of the Hospelhorn Family, Jane and I are thinking of you and wishing peace, strength, and comfort. Our love and sympathy. Dick & Jane


  • From: Richard & Jane Weigle
    Location:Pecatonica, IL

    To Gary/Mary, and all of the Hospelhorn Family, Jane and I are thinking of you and wishing peace, strength, and comfort. Our love and sympathy. Dick & Jane


  • From: Richard & Jane Weigle
    Location:Pecatonica, IL

    To Gary/Mary, and all of the Hospelhorn Family, Jane and I are thinking of you and wishing peace, strength, and comfort. Our love and sympathy. Dick & Jane


  • From: Keith & Ginger  Campbell
    Location:Bloomington, IL

    To Keith, Sue and Family, Sincere sympathy to the entire Hospelhorn Family. Prayers are with you all at this time.


  • From: Paul Rice
    Location:Springfield

    Lucy and family, Our condolences to each of you in your time of loss. It is always nice to see you and visit at our Troyer Reunions. Delmar is at peace with Christ. We will keep you in our prayers. Paul & Denise


  • From: Betty & Randy Rocke
    Location:Columbus, Ohio

    Dear Lucy, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you at this time. Sincerely, Betty & Randy Rocke


  • From: Charles McClure
    Location:Princeton, IL.

    Dear Lucy & family, Judy & I would like to pass on our condolences to you and the family on your recent loss. Delmar will be missed but not forgotten. I was just going through some of Mom and Dad pictures and brought back old memories of our families growing up together. We will never forget that you were always there to help during the good times (marriages, baby showers, etc), and the trying time, (funerals or family and friends) as you were with many families. Although Delmar will be missed in our hearts and memories, but he has gone to a far better place where there will be no more sorrow or pains and the peace of mind that we will all be together again with the Lord. We don’t know yet whether we can make it to the funeral, but our hearts & prayers are with you and the family during this time of mourning. Love & God Bless Judy & Gene McClure