John F. Hosty, age 71, of River Forest. Beloved husband of Elizabeth "Lissa" (nee McAndrews) Hosty. Loving father of Caitlin (Hunter) Springate. Proud grandfather, "Papa," of John, Martin and Caroline Springate. Dear brother of P.J. (Kathy), Terry (Ellen) and Della Hosty, the late Thomas (Susan) Hosty III, the late Larry (Nancy) Hosty and the late Robert (the late Peggy) Hosty. Fondest brother-in-law of the late Patrick McAndrews, Megan (Tom) McEnroe, Nancy McAndrews, Sheila (Tim) Toohey, and John (Katie) McAndrews. Fond uncle of many nieces, nephews and cousins.

John was a former Deputy Assessor with Cook County and a longtime Democratic Committeeman representing River Forest. A huge White Sox fan, John loved his grandchildren, BBQ, spending time in Michigan and traveling with his wife, Lissa. He was a huge supporter of all things Fenwick High School and served as an Assistant Softball coach for the Friars.

Family and friends will be received at the Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home, 10501 W. Cermak Road, Westchester on Tuesday June 9, 2026 from 3 pm until 8 pm. Funeral Wednesday 9 am from the funeral home to St. Luke Church in River Forest for a memorial mass at 10 am. Inurnment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, donations in John's memory would be appreciated to Misericordia Heart of Mercy ( www.misericordia.com ) or the Fenwick HS Fathers' Club ( www.fenwickfriars.com ). Arrangements entrusted to the Original Kuratko Family, Brian D. Kuratko-Director. (708) F-U-N-E-R-A-L.