Ronald T. Hostetler, 62, Confluence, passed away tragically on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Redstone Twp., Fayette Co. He was born March 24, 1964 in Meyersdale, a son of Ronald E. "Tom" and Gloria (Burdett) Hostetler. He was preceded in death by his parents and Red and Ruby Rush (who raised him after the death of his mother); nephew, Jamie Tressler and sister-in-law, Jane Johnson. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Colleen (Bennett); sisters, Patty Gall (Carl) and Gwynne Evans (R.J.); nieces, Hope Moreau (Daniel), Ashley Nichols (Eric) and Diana Dreier; nephews, Devon Moreau (Mary), Mark Tressler (Stacy) and family, Mike Tressler and family, and Tom Gall; great nieces, Charlotte Moreau and Kylie and Gracie Nichols; great nephews, Cameron Hostetler and Brandon and Chase Tressler; uncles, Lee and Jack Hostetler; sister-in-law, Terry Dreier; honorary daughters, Nikki Conway and Heather Ohler; special cousins, Marci and Danielle and many other cousins. Ron was a member of the Confluence Vol. Fire Dept. since he was 16 years old, in which he held many positions over the years, and was an EMT since he was 18. He drove truck for Demco Excavating and Paving for 18 years and was a driver for other companies throughout his life. He was a school bus driver for Turkeyfoot Valley Area School District and was awarded a safe driving certificate. He graduated from Turkeyfoot Valley High School in 1982. He was also a member of the Confluence V.F.W., Turkeyfoot Fish and Game Club and attended the Confluence Church of the Nazarene. Ron was loved and respected by many. He was a dedicated fireman and loved helping anyway he could in the community. He was a great speaker and spoke at many graduations and community events. He enjoyed being the parade announcer at PumpkinFest each year. Most of all, Ron enjoyed family gatherings and spending time with family and friends. He will be greatly missed and forever loved. Also, a special thank you to Don and Renee Tressler for all their kindness toward Colleen.  Friends will be received from 2-8 PM Tuesday at the Humbert Funeral Home in Confluence, where a service will be held at 11 AM Wednesday with Rev. Andrew Jones and Rev. Samuel McClintock officiating. There will be viewing one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Confluence Vol. Fire Dept. or the Humane Society of Somerset County.