Lyle Hochstein

Scotland, S.D.— Lyle Hochstein, 66, Scotland, S.D., died Nov. 23, 2020, at the Menno-Olivet Care Center, Menno, S.D.

A memorial service was held Nov. 30 at the Wintz Funeral Home, Hartington, with a livestream of the service available on www.facebook.com/WintzRay. The family received friends one hour prior to the memorial service Monday at the funeral home in Hartington.

Lyle Hochstein was born Oct. 27, 1954, in Yankton, S.D., to Gilbert and Marie (Schroeder) Hochstein. He grew up on the farm near Hartington, and graduated from Cedar Catholic High School in 1973. Lyle married Pam Ekeren in November 1980 and together had one son, Duane. Lyle continued to operate the family farm while going on many adventures. He worked numerous jobs throughout his life. Everything from S&S Store to bridge crew. Lyle ended up moving to Scotland to be close to his favorite daughter-in-law and grandchildren.

He enjoyed his Trans Ams, all of them. He was a collector of anything eagles and rare coins. What Lyle loved the most was being an uncle and grandpa. He touched a lot of lives and will be missed.

Survivors include his son, Duane (Sarah) Hochstein, Scotland, S.D.; three grandchildren, Peyton, Parker and Paxtyn; seven brothers and sisters, Kenneth (Diane) Hochstein, Eugene, Ore.; Reynold (Kathryn) Hochstein, Omaha; Marvin (Mardell) Hochstein, Bloomfield; Kathleen (Robert) Haug, Brookings, S.D.; Dennis (Lynnette) Hochstein, Elkhorn; Charlotte (Greg) Gartner, Republican City; and Jolene (Richard) Donner, Crofton; and many nieces and nephews; and his white Trans Am.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters, Janice Hochstein and Karen Boning.