Janelle Catherine “Jill” Hoch, 72, of Bushnell, Florida passed away on June 4, 2021. She was born September 17, 1948 in Lowville, New York. Jill had an entrepreneurial spirit and was manager and owner of many businesses, particularly Ho’s Ponderosa Dude Ranch and Critics Choice Restaurant in Bushnell, Florida. She was also a realtor and developer for St. Pete, Gibsonton, and various other counties in Florida. Jill enjoyed golfing and had a true love for her family and friends.
She is survived by her partner of 43 years: Patricia J. Hagedorn of Bushnell, FL; daughter: Michele E. (James) Bunner of Dade City, FL; grandchildren: Alyxander Cassity, Travis Frease; great-grandchildren: Alexis, Braelyn, Conner, Hunter; sisters: Hope (Pam) Hoch of Oldsmar, FL, Mary Coberly of Chrisman, IL; and brother: Douglas A. Hoch of Largo, FL.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Norris and Violet Hoch; brothers: Michael Hoch, John Hoch, Patrick Hoch, and Matthew Hoch.
A visitation for Jill will be held Saturday, June 19, 2021, 1:00pm at the Purcell Funeral Home in Bushnell, Florida with her memorial service following after at 2:00pm.
Arrangements entrusted to Beyers Funeral Home of Bushnell, Florida.
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