Obituary of Martin Edward Host

Martin Edward Host, age 48, of Hawley died unexpectedly Saturday, February 8, 2014, at home. He is survived by his wife of fifteen years, the former Christine Lynn Satriano. Born October 23, 1965, in Queens, NY, he was the son of the late Martin William Host and the late Diane (Jablonowski) Gilligan. He was a graduate of Richmond Hills High School. A truck driver for Santarelli and Sons Oil, he loved to ride his motorcycle, especially in charity runs. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children: Cassandra, Nicole and Matthew, all at home; two sisters: Antoinette Verderosa of Sterling, and Dyan Gilligan of The Hideout, Lake Ariel; one brother: Daniel Gilligan of Carbondale; his stepfather: Daniel J. Gilligan of The Hideout, Lake Ariel; and many nieces and nephews. Private cremation was held at Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel. A Memorial Gathering will be held on Tuesday, February 18, beginning at 5 PM at Teeters' East Chapel, 505 Church St., Hawley. The Gathering will begin with family and friends invited to share thoughts and memories following by visitation and fellowship until 7 PM.