John D. Loster, age 87, of Glenwood, IL, passed away in Monticello, IN, on August 8, 2026, surrounded by family. John married the love of his life, Andrea Loster, on August 17, 1957. She preceded him in death in 2017.
He is survived by his children, Janet (Loren) Miller, Glenn (Carol) Loster, Joseph (special friend, Sherri) Loster, and Brian Loster; his grandchildren, Tony (Aneika) Fuderich, Joseph Loster, Andrea Loster, Carl Loster, Mitchell (Liz) Loster, and Zachary (Skye) Loster; great-granddaughter, Adriane; his siblings, Dennis (Cathy) Loster, Alan (Mickey) Loster, and Andrea (Mike) Cravens; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other family members.
John was preceded in death by his son, John K. Loster; parents, Frank and Josephine Loster; and his grandmother, Mary Loster.
Services will take place at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 8178 Cline Avenue, Crown Point, IN, 46307, on Friday, August 21, 2026, with visitation from 12:00 pm until the time of the funeral service at 1:00 pm. Burial to follow at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens.
John will be lovingly remembered for a life filled with hard work, family, and simple joys. A truck driver for more than fifty years, he took great pride in his work and in providing for those he loved. He also owned and operated an ice cream shop, creating sweet memories for many. John found happiness in feeding the deer and birds, playing golf and Bingo, cheering on his beloved Cubs, meeting up for monthly breakfast with the boys, and taking his children to amusement parks when they were growing up. He especially cherished making Thanksgiving dinner for his family and attending sporting events with his grandson. His love, generosity, and devotion to his family will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ChapelLawnFunerals.com for the Loster family.
