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BORN
1939
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2024
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22546 Michigan Ave
Dearborn, Michigan
Clarice Jestice Obituary
Clarice Elizabeth Cook Jestice went to be with our Lord on Thursday, May 16, 2024, in Dearborn, at the age of 84. She was born December 9, 1939, to the late Clarence and the late Eloise Cook. Dearest sister of the late Carlton and the late Clarence (Martha). Beloved wife of the late Charles Edward Jestice. Loving momma of Karen Hill (Steve), Kim Jestice (John), Kelly Fry (David) and four step-children. Proud Grandmomma of 15 grandchildren. Loving great Grandmomma of 12 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her precious dog Angel.
Clarice grew up in the small town of Arlington, Georgia. She graduated from Arlington High School at age 16 where she was a star basketball player, member of the Beta Club, Future Farmers of America Sweetheart, class officer and Miss Arlington High School. Clarice attended Florida State University. At FSU, she was a member of Phi Mu Sorority, the FSU Flying High Circus and Intramural All-Star basketball, softball, and volleyball teams. She was also a candidate for FSU Homecoming Queen. She came to Michigan in 1959. Clarice taught 12 years in Westwood Community Schools and received her Masters Degree in Education from the University of Michigan. Clarice enjoyed family, friends, reading, swimming, needlework, gardening, and traveling, both in the U.S. and internationally, with her husband Charlie.
Her Christian faith was the foundation of her life and she was always a contributing member in her church. She was loved by everyone and will be missed beyond words. See you in heaven, Momma!
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Their website is t2t.org.
Visitation will be Sunday, May 19, from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Howe - Peterson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Dearborn, 22546 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, Michigan 48124, 313-561-1500.
Family and friends will gather on Wednesday, May 22, at 9:30 am until a 10:00 am service at Dearborn Free Methodist Church, 2801 S. Telegraph Rd, Dearborn, MI 48124.
A luncheon will be served in honor of Clarice following the service at Park Place in Dearborn, 23400 Park St, Dearborn, MI 48124.
Memories and Condolences
for Clarice Jestice
Joel Thomas Hurley
September 18, 2024
Mrs. Jestice was a very nice lady and I had the privilege of knowing her since the middle 1980s. I was lucky enough to be friends with her and her late husband Charles. They were very kind people to me and I thank them for being my friend. Thank you so much for being around for me and you are very kind, thank you I will miss you very much. God bless you!
Barbara Eubank
May 22, 2024
Precious friend of nearly 60 years. I shall miss you.
Janet Usellis
May 21, 2024
I will forever remember Aunt Clarice's beautiful smile, her lovely voice, and her lovely, lively spirit. I will also remember holidays and sleepovers with my cousins Karen, Kim and Kelly. Sending condolences to all of you.
Melanie Cowart Collier
May 19, 2024
I too grew up in Arlington, Georgia. My father was older, but in a small town you would say he and Clarice “grew up together!” Clarice was beloved by the Arlington community. All looked forward to when she came “home” for a visit. I was particularly excited. It meant Karen, Kim, and Kelly were coming too! I have many wonderful childhood memories of those fun times. Clarice’s mother lived directly behind our house making it easy for us to get together. Over the last several years we reconnected through social media. It was wonderful to be back in touch and regularly commenting on each other’s posts. I was so sad to receive the message from Karen that her mother was in serious condition. I prayed for complete healing, and hoped it would be on this earth. God has Clarice now. The scriptures say absent from the body, present with the Lord. Clarice is healed and walks with Jesus in Paradise. For Karen, Kim and Kelly along with their families, I pray for precious memories and the peace that passes all understanding.
Love to all and God bless,
Melanie Cowart Collier
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Georgene Stergalas
May 18, 2024
I am so very sorry to hear of Clarice’s passing. She was always a genuine, kind, caring person. I know the family’s memories will bring comfort.
Robert Alandt
May 18, 2024
I had the privilege of knowing Clarice for as long as I can remember growing up on North Franklin street in Dearborn Michigan. I always thought we lived on the best block in town and Clarice helped make it that way with parties she would host for us kids etc. She always had a smile on her face and was very gracious. Clarice was like a sister to my mother. My thoughts and prayers are with Clarice's family who I know will greatly miss her.
Pam Yarbrough
May 17, 2024
I’m so sad. Clarice and I met at a party on Dauphin Island, Al. and became instant friends. We rode bikes all over the Island and kept in contact by phone. Hard to believe we were friends for 16 years. My husband and I went to dinner with her and Charlie when we were in Detroit for the Auto Show. We lost our husbands a few weeks apart and she came to the Island for a few days after visiting her family in Arlington. She was a special person and loved her family. for her family.
mary grabowski
May 17, 2024
Clarice was an amazing woman, who would always make me laugh.She always talked lovingly about her family and grand children,and her adventures with them.I am honored to have known her.Love, Mary Grabowski
Sylvia Prussack
May 17, 2024
Clarice, you were a shining light to everyone who knew you. You will be missed by many , many friends. God rest your soul, my friend.
Deb Wilkes
May 17, 2024
Clarice and I and my family have been friends for many years from the neighborhood to the church . She was a beautiful lady with a wonderful spirit and was a good friend . Karen, Kim and Kelly, we are thinking of you and your families. Please know we are praying for you . We send our deepest condolences to you . Tim , Debbi wilkes Zachary wilkes and Bethany Doolan.
Barbara & John Mcintyre
May 17, 2024
Clarice was a lovely woman we had the pleasure of meeting. Our heartfelt condolences to the family. Love
Janet Jestice Fyock
May 17, 2024
RIP, Clarice. You will be missed.
Eleanor Guttenbergwr
May 16, 2024
There are only a few people in each chapter of life who a person can really connect with enough to ask advice, laugh and cry with, be absolutely frank knowing that they will love you through it all! Clarice was that kind of friend to me. I met Clarice more than 20 years ago in the swimming pool. We swam, talked, laughed and cried every week. She was such a reassuring voice when I told her of my life challenges. Somehow I always felt like it would all "work out" after hearing her responses to my problems. I admired her resilience and relished her stories. She lived a full and adventure filled life! I will miss so! May God hold her in the palm of His hand.
Sending love and prayers to her family.
Eleanor Guttenberger
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