Gerry Hostetler spent more than 30 years with the Charlotte Observer, where she conceived and wrote the “It’s a Matter of Life” obit/tribute column. It was so well received that now offered is a similar document to commemorate milestones in the life of the living, as well as those who have left us behind. She uses her reporter’s skills to gather the proper and often surprising – information that presents the subject in both an accurate and admirable manner. A touch of humor, where appropriate, is included..