John Edward Hornstra Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate John Edward Hornstra of Sparta, New Jersey, born in Brooklyn, New York, whose life came to an end on March 18, 2026 at the age of 91, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Edward Hornstra to show support.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though John Edward may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Fred Hornstrad and Emma Hornstrad. He is survived by: his wife Judith; and his nieces and nephews, Diane Frisco, Cheryl Walsh, Wayne Gravell, David Gravell and Paul Jeffrey Gravell.

In his memory, take a friend to lunch and/or make a donation to the Wallkill Valley Regional High School Scholarship Fund.