Service Information
Douglas C. Hoseck, age 92, of Hector, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Olivia Hospital and Clinic, in Olivia, Minnesota.
Private Family arrangements will be held.
Arrangements with Hughes-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hector.
Obituary
Douglas Charles Hoseck
A Private Family Service was held with Hughes-Hantge Funeral Chapel making arrangements.
Pastor Linda Molitor officiated.
Douglas Charles Hoseck was born on July 19, 1933 in Astoria, South Dakota to ToNetta (Ronne) and Tom B. Hoseck. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. He went to school and graduated from high school in Hendricks, Minnesota. He attended South Dakota State University where he received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Agriculture Education.
Douglas was married to Ruthie Rottum and together had four children.They lived in Brookings, South Dakota while attending college. His first teaching job was in Bryant, South Dakota before moving to Hector where he taught for 31 years until his retirement in 1988. They were members of First Lutheran Church in Hector.
Doug was a dedicated agriculture educator, FFA Chapter advisor, and a lifelong member of the FFA organization. He took pride in his students, their hard work, and their accomplishments. Many of his students have gone on to have successful careers in the agricultural field.
Doug enjoyed owning quarter horses and being part of the Canterbury Park Racing community. He appreciated nature, wildlife, and was an avid hunter. He especially looked forward to annual trips to Winona, Minnesota and Wyoming destinations for hunting with his brother and friends in their hunting party.
Douglas passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at the Olivia Hospital and Clinic, Olivia, Minnesota at the age of 92.
Blessed by His Memory.
Douglas is survived by his
Children: Carla Keltgen (Chuck), Lesa Hoseck, Sara Burgstahler (Steve), Rahn Hoseck;
Grandchildren: Tasha, Jacob, Leah;
Great Grandchildren: Jackson, lana, Kaia, Tayo;
Many nieces and nephews.
Douglas was preceded in death by his wife, Ruthie; his parents; and siblings: Hazel, Gladyce, Florence, Pearl, Mayme, and Loyel.
Memorials will be given to the Buffalo Lake Hector Stewart Agriculture Department unless designated otherwise.
Patti Jo says
I. Am. So. Sad.
Mr. Hoseck was one of my favorite teachers.
He was also my friend.
He left a big mark on my life!
Sending love and hugs and prayers to family.
With much sadness and sympathy,
Patti Jo
Bruce and Diane Hoseck says
Uncle Doug was a big part of our lives here in Cedar Valley. He and Bud kept their horses here for a time and were partners in the horse racing business at Canterbury Downs for a number of years, I know they both loved that! Doug was an avid hunter here at the farm in Cedar Valley and was always pretty lucky at bagging a turkey, a deer, not so much!!! We had many memorable family reunions together throughout Minnesota with lots of fun and games and FOOD!!! Tom and Keri thought so much of you too.
Doug is now in heaven with his lovely wife Ruthe, his brothers and sisters and his friend Dave, along with others who have gone before. We’ll miss your annual hunting visits Doug, and I know Bruce will miss the many conversations you two had over the phone(especially about the weather!!!). You were the last of that generation, so now it’s up to us to carry on the traditions. Thanks for being such a special part of our lives, you will be missed.
Judi and John Ovitt says
We will surely miss our sidekick on the top row cheering with us for EB !
Many Blessings to your family!!
Judy Peik says
My sympathy to all of you. Now he will be with Ruth in heaven. Many memories with all of you and our card games together with all the laughing! Friends Forever
Vickie Ufkes says
Doug and Ruth were my neighbors for many years!!! Doug would always share some of their tomatoes and Ruth would always share her rhubarb pie!!! (Delicious). They will be sadly missed
Bonnie Karl says
So very sorry for your loss. Sending much love, prayers and hugs to you all!
Rick & Bonnie Karl
Jacquelyn Rosenow says
Our sympathy to your family. Rest in peace Doug and Ruth.
Alan Roebke says
Doug left a real mark on Hector and Renville County Farmers and Agri-businesses, which I will always be thankful for as well as should the town of Hector! I even replaced Mr. Hoseck as he was called in Hector High School for 7 weeks of FFA leadership training and taught Ag Class and Ag Shop! Just as Doug would have but Doug was out sick with a very bad case of the Mumps, that really kept him down!
My very best to all of Dougs Family, Friends and Students who he truly propelled with the skills needed for a very succesful life, including ME……Alan Roebke (REB-Key)
Lori Washburn says
I am so sorry to now hear of Doug’s passing. I can’t believe it took this long to hear. My deepest sympathies to all of you! Losing a parent is very tough, but to lose 2 makes it so much more agonizing I am sure. I went to the station and had coffee with Doug up until he couldn’t drive any longer. It still amazed me how much and how many of the people he remembered as students, past Hectorites, etc. Honestly, I never had Doug for a teacher, or actually knew him in school, but he was a fun guy to talk to, and he liked to tease.
Ruth spent so much time at our house as I grew up, I am happy they are now together in heaven!! Again my sympathies to all of you!! Keep the memories with you!!