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Joe Hoogstad, Sr., a patriarch of the Spokane (Wash.) Citadel Corps, was promoted to Glory Jan. 7, shortly before turning 88. He was a soldier for over 70 years and served as bandmaster, songster leader and in other local officer positions.
Hoogstad was born Jan. 26, 1925, in Spokane, the fourth of eight children of Karel and Marie Hoogstad. He married Maude Miller in 1943. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy for three years. After his military service, he resumed work in the meat industry, eventually finishing his career at S & P Foods.
Excelling in both instrumental and vocal music, Hoogstad served for decades using these talents in various ways and mentoring others.
Hoogstad is survived by his wife, Maude, and seven children: Major Joe (Eileen) Hoogstad, Terry (Beverly) Hoogstad, Dan (Char) Hoogstad, Pam (Barry) Bean, Kirk (Anice) Hoogstad, Darleen (George) White, and Jan (Carrie) Hoogstad, 19 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Great-granddaughter Cadet Sarah Ward is currently training for officership at Crestmont.
Captain Kyle Smith officiated at a memorial service at the Spokane Citadel Corps.
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