John E. Hester

John Hester Obituary

John E. Hester Battle Creek John Edward Hester, age 69, was born September 30, 1941 in Battle Creek. He left his loved ones on October 14, 2010 to become their guardian angel. John graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1959. He was employed by Grand Trunk Railroad as a switchman from 1972 to 1996. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, dancing, traveling, and tipping a beer with his friends. John was happiest when he was entertaining and cooking for his family. John was a beloved son, brother, Papa, uncle, and friend. He was preceded in death by his father, James Hester II; brothers, James and Robert (Bob) Hester; and a daughter, JuJohnna Hester. John is survived by his mother, Agnes Hester; sister, Jay Ann Keys; son, Trevor Hester; step-daughter, Melissa Puckett-Smith; grandchildren, Samantha Dean, Jonathan, Jaden, Maya, Christian, and Connor Hester; a great grandchild, Izaiah Hester; and his loyal companion, Sassy. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home where funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday October 20, 2010. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Good Samaritan Hospice.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Oct. 17, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for John Hester

10 Entries

Jennifer Day-Howard

October 20, 2010

Trevor & family, my thoughts & prayers are with you. Your dad was a great person who I thought of as a second father at one time. I have a lot of memories, including that old truck that he drove. He will be missed. I am so sorry for your los.

Joanne Mains

October 20, 2010

Dearest Trevor,Sally & family...
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad/Grandpa.
May God bless you in this time of mourning. Joanne Mains & Family

David & Fay Fundaugh

October 19, 2010

To the Family of John Hester: Please accept our condolences on your loss...Preserve all your good memories and cherish them forever.

stephanie elkins

October 18, 2010

My uncle was a great person inside and out, he was always there for anyone that needed him. Anyone that knew him is feeling the loss. We will never forget how much you loved us and we will take care of grandma so please rest in peace and know this is not good bye , its only see you later. Alyssa says she misses you papa !!

stephanie elkins

October 18, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

October 18, 2010

I couldn't of asked for a more wonderful father in law. Our hearts ache the loss....but I know their is a party Heaven for his home coming.....this is not good bye....it is until we meet again.

October 17, 2010

John was a great high school friend. So sorry for your loss. He was one of a kind & never will be forgotten. Pam (Schwab) Lyster, Winter Haven, Fl

Penney Hickey

October 17, 2010

God has taken back one of his angels. Uncle John wss a caring and wonderful man. He always gave to those he cherised and forever will be missed. I love you Uncle John and may you now be at peace.

Sam-Bo- Lina.<3

October 17, 2010

This was my papa, he practically raised me.
no one will be able to ever express the trauma.
i want my family to know i love them very much and we all have to go through this together and continue to support,
because in times like these is when family is all that matters.<3

October 17, 2010

To John's Family:

We are sorry for your loss.
John was once a classmate of ours. He was fun and well liked.

Battle Creek Central Class of 1960

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