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John Kestly Obituary

John Steven Kestly, 27 LAKE ELSINORE -- John Kestly passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2009. Born May 24, 1982 in Downey, John has lived most of his life in Lake Elsinore. He is survived by his father, Steven Kestly; brother, Corbitt Kestly of Lake Elsinore; and grandmother, Jeunene Kestly of Hemet. John was preceded in death by his mother, Frances; grandparents, John and Lucille Kestly; and grandpa; Gordon. John attended Special Education classes at Donald Graham Elementary School for many years and participated in the West View and First Step Programs. John enjoyed a short but exciting life, traveling with his family, riding with Mom in her buggy, ATVing, riding with Dad while playing golf, or just sitting by the fire with a cool one. He will be greatly missed by his friend, Jeff Howard, who accompanied John on many of his exciting adventures. He was a fighter throughout his life and was an inspiration to all of us. He was loved by many, and will be greatly missed. A Celebration of Life will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, October 17th, at the Kestly home. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com

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Published by North County Times on Oct. 16, 2009.

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Phyllis Golden (Ocello)

October 22, 2009

To the Kestly Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Although we have not stayed in contact over the years I do still think about the fun we had in our teenage years. John and Fran are in a better place and will watch over you.

Denise Woolsey

October 21, 2009

To the Kestly family,
Another "ANGEL" is called home. So sorry to hear of your loss once again. I hope it comforts you to know that John is with Fran and they will forever be watching over you. We thank them for their time here and the joy and inspiration they shared with many families of children with special needs. God Bless your family and keep you strong.

lisa kestly

October 19, 2009

to uncle steve,cory,jeunene im am very sorry for your losses first fran now johnny they will both be missed jonny was a cool person to be around i got joy out of trying to get him to walk me and daddy would take him for walks iremember baby sitting him and he would get mad thaat i was on his cougch.we had some good times.

lisa kestly

October 19, 2009

to uncle steve,cory,jeunene im am very sorry for your losses first fran now johnny they will both be missed jonny was a cool person to be around i got joy out of trying to get him to walk me and daddy would take him for walks iremember baby sitting him and he would get mad thaat i was on his cougch.we had some good times. good bye my cuosin/nephew.

Karen Harr

October 19, 2009

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers...

Mitch Hensel

October 17, 2009

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Julie Hesson

October 16, 2009

Safe in his Mother's Arms. Words cannot express the grief you must be feeling right now. I not only had the pleasure of working with Johnny at Donald Graham, but was once a Guest in Your home and was able to see first hand how much you loved and cared for him. John has experienced more in his short life than I have in some 50 plus years. He will be greatly missed.

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