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Marilyn Hosty Obituary

Hosty, Marilyn T. (nee McNichols), 73, of Forest Park formerly of Oak Park, beloved wife of the late John R. Hosty, Sr., loving mother of Jeanne (Kent) Eckstrom, John (Barbara), Ted (Sue) and Mark (Jennifer), cherished "Grandma Honey" of Zachary, John lll, Morgan and Reagan. Fond aunt to so many nieces and nephews. Dear sister of Jeanne Jones, Frank McNichols and the late Austin McNichols and sister-in-law of Patricia Donoghue. Marilyn was a lifelong educator who taught thousands. Visitation 3 to 9 p.m., Thursday, at Zimmerman-Harnett Funeral Home 7319 W. Madison St., Forest Park, IL, (2 blocks west of Harlem). Funeral 9:15 a.m., Friday, to St. Giles Church, 1045 Columbian Ave., Oak Park, IL, where Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider Trinity High School Scholarship Fund. Info. 708-366-2200.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 24, 2008.

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Scott and Rosa Greenwood

October 8, 2008

Mark,Ted and John, I'm so sorryto hear of the loss of your mother. She was a bright smile on a cloudy day. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole Hosty Family.

Regards
Scott and Rosa Greenwood

corinne mcgrail

October 3, 2008

to all of marilyn's family - my deepest sympathy- she was a great lady and will be missed by so many. we shared cousins, and so we enjoyed being 'cousin's cousins'. i didn't get to see her very often, but when we were together we always had a good time. now you have an angel in heaven who i am sure will watch over all of you. god bless.

Jane Sinnema

October 1, 2008

Dear Jeanne, John, Ted & Mark -

I'm heartbroken to hear of your mother's passing. Her loving spirit, open heart & arms for everyone continue to be an inspiration. I'm sorry I was not able to attend the visitation and funeral, but all of you know that my heart was with you -

tom kenny

October 1, 2008

thank you mom H. for all the wonderfull things you did for me.I hope you you will be proud of me as a dad...love tommy
ps give my best to mr h...I love u two
tommy

Thomas Walsh

September 29, 2008

Dear Hosty's

I was very saddened to hear about the death of your mother. She was certainly a beautiful person, and will be missed.
My prayers are with all of you and your families.

Fondly,

Kimberly Trusco

September 26, 2008

To all of Mrs. Hosty's family and friends~

I enjoyed being a part of Mrs. Hosty's Scripture class 15 years ago. She always spoke about the fun times she had with her family. I am very saddened to hear of her passing and hope that the memories you have of sharing time together will get you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Trinity H.S. Class of 1996

Kate King

September 26, 2008

Dear Della

Your aunt Marilyn sounds like one very great gal. My heart goes out to you and to all of your family during this time of loss. May you find peace. May you keep Marilyn close to your heart and talk about her to anyone who will listen! I bet there are some good stories to share.

Please give my condolences to her family and friends. I wish I could have attended the wake or funeral; I would have loved to be there. Just know that many of us are thinking of you today.

Warmest Regards,
Kate King

Peter Kennedy

September 26, 2008

I was truly sorry to hear about the death of Mrs. Hosty. She was a classy woman, who was always so kind, and a quintessential "West Sider". I was sorry that I was unable to attend the wake or funeral. Please know the whole Hosty family is my thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come.

Laura Davis

September 26, 2008

Mrs. Hosty always enjoyed being part of the fun with her children and their friends. She supported and appreciated the fun we all had together. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hosty family.

(The Babe and Rufus)

charlotte jackson

September 26, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Wally Kelley

September 25, 2008

Dear John,

We are so sorry for the passing of your mom. You and your family are in our prayers.

Love,

Wally & Susan Kelley

Mary Barrett

September 25, 2008

To Marilyn's beloved children and grandchildren,

Marilyn loved her family and teaching. She carried on after Jack's death with great courage. She will be missed.

Brendan Healy and Katie Janssen

September 25, 2008

Jeanne John Ted and Mark,

We can not express how saddened we are by your loss especially with all the fond memories we have with your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you through this difficult time.

Charlene Murphy

September 25, 2008

To the Hosty Family,

My deepest sympathies to all, Marilyn was one of my suite-mates at Barat. She was a wonderful lady and friend.

Charlene Jurgensen Murphy
Barat Class of 1956

Dee Austin

September 25, 2008

I am sorry and saddened to hear about Mrs. Hosty. She was one of my teachers at Trinity. She was always excited about what she was teaching and about supporting Trinity:) My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Chris Murphy

September 25, 2008

To the Hosty Family,
My family and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. She and my Mom shared a lot of good times with the "Trunkline Ladies". I will also never forget her for reuniting your cousin Della and I back together after many years. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this diffucult time. Tessie Weston and Family

Karen Mattea (Murnane)

September 25, 2008

Jeanne, John, Ted, and Mark, My mom just told me about your mom. I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a great lady. I loved coming to your house. Aunt Mar always made sure we had a good time. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

D C

September 24, 2008

Mrs. Hosty was a teacher of mine at Trinity. I am saddened and send my condolences to the family.
THS c/o 2003

Lisa Randall

September 24, 2008

I am sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing. I have wonderful memories of her--she gave me lots of teaching advice, too. I always thought she was a very classy woman. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

donna galloway

September 24, 2008

Jeanne and family, our thoughts are with you at this time. Your mom and dad were wonderful parents and grandparents and it's hard to believe they are gone. We are thinking of you.

Donna, Gordon and Lorna Galloway

Christine Poindexter

September 24, 2008

May deepest condolences to the Hosty family. Mrs. hosty was a great educator and had a wonderful impact of hundreds of young women!

Tatie Senat THS c/o '93

September 24, 2008

Dear Hosty family,

My sincere condolences for the loss of your Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Aunt. She was my teacher while I attended Trinity High School and her guidance truly left an impact on my life as I'm sure she did with all of you. Her legacy will continue in all of our hearts. My prayers are with you during your sorrow.

Julie Sochacki

September 24, 2008

Mrs. Hosty was a teacher of mine 15 years ago and I was so sorry to hear that she has passed. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. She is remembered fondly.

Marianne Rowan Leslie

September 24, 2008

Dear John,
I was very sorry to hear about your mother. Please keep one of those thousands of fun Hosty memories you have of her, in your heart. Sincerely,

Beth Behrmann

September 24, 2008

Jeanne John Ted and Mark, Where do I even begin with all the memories? The Spaghetti nights at your parents house, the weekends at the Lake, air hockey up in the playroom where we shot the pucks out the window and drove your Mom nuts, your Moms chili?? A lifetime of memories, that we were all so blessed to be given.

LYNN BARRETT SHUNK

September 24, 2008

TO ALL! THERE AREN'T ENOUGH WORDS TO EXPRESS THE PASSING OF YOUR DEAR MOTHER. WE STARTED OUT AS CLASSMATES AND THEN ROOMMATES AT BARAT. TO GO ON AS MY MATRON OF HONOR IN MY MARRIAGE TO TOM AND FROM THEN ON AS A DEAR FRIEND UNTIL MONDAY WHEN GOD FINALLY GAVE HER THE REST THAT SHE WAS SO DESERVING OF. TO ALL YOU, I HOPE WE CAN KEEP IN TOUCH FOR MANY YEARS TO COME. MY LOVE TO ALL! LYNN

John, Mary Galvin

September 24, 2008

Our deepest condolences to the Hosty family. You are in our prayers and thoughts during this very difficult and painful time.
John and Mary Galvin
Oak Park, Kerry ,Ireland

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