Bernard Hosman, Jr.
December 26, 2019
Bernard Albert Hosman, Jr., 75, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2019, the day after his birthday. Bernie was born on December 25, 1944, to Bernard Sr. and Mary (Pickens) Hosman.
Bernie later lived with his wife, Joan for 48 years in the Highland Park neighborhood. That’s where they raised their three children and where Bernie was a dedicated little league coach and Cub Scout leader.
After many years, Bernie retired from Sunbelt Rentals as a heavy equipment field mechanic, but his work was more than a career, it was a lifelong hobby. In his free time you’d find him working on small engines and tinkering in his man cave; of course, with a Chicago Cubs game playing in the background. Bernie also kept busy after retirement by working part-time at the Highland Park Ace Hardware, where he shared his years of knowledge and experience.
Camping was another love of Bernie’s. He and his wife spent many seasons enjoying their campers at Yellow Banks and Saylorville Parks. Packing a lunch and casting a line in the water was another pastime he enjoyed doing regularly. However, spoiling his grandkids and great-grandkids might have been what he loved doing the most.
Bernie is survived by his wife Joan, of 55 years; his two sons, Scott (Stephanie) Hosman and Brad (Angie) Hosman; daughter, Mindy Hosman; two grandchildren, two great-granddaughters, and his sister, Barbara (Lonnie) Wells.
Bernie was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Joe Hosman and daughter-in-law.
His family will remember Bernie as being a strong and loving provider.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 31, 2019, from 5-8 p.m. at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines. A celebration of life will be held at a later time next spring.
Memorial contributions may be directed to UnityPoint Hospice or the Animal Rescue League of Iowa.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Meloney Reed
12/31/2019
Momma Joan and family. I'm sorry for your loss. As I had surgery was unable to attend the service. Thoughts and prayers and big hugs for you all. ????
Bob and Doris Lohrman
12/31/2019
So sorry to hear about the loss of Bernie to the whole Hosman family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all especially sister Barb.
Trisha Szymanski (Maples)
12/31/2019
Joan, I am so very sorry for your loss! The whole family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Harold and Dee Bertelsen
12/31/2019
Sorry for the loss of your Husband, Father and Grandfather folks. We will be leaving Branson soon to be with you this evening.
God bless you as you grieve the loss of this wonderful man.
Marilyn & Jerome Sannes
12/29/2019
Such a very Special man Bernie Jr. was. We are so sorry for your loss. Our Love, thoughts and Prayers are with all of you.
Terry & Midge Anderson
12/28/2019
So very sorry for this families loss. Our prayers for all of you.. ??
Terry & Michael Hutchinson
12/28/2019
Dear Joan and Family, we are so sorry to hear about Bernie's passing. We have fond memories of the old neighborhood and you all being such great neighbors. Please accept or deepest sympathy.
Kelly Sprague
12/28/2019
Dear Hosman Family,
I'm sorry to hear about Bernie. Sending thoughts and prayers to your family during this time of loss.
Sebrena Gullickson
12/28/2019
So sorry to hear about the loss of your family members it is never easy to lose anybody that you love my thoughts and prayers go out to your family
Sam Leo
12/28/2019
Joan, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for your whole family.