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Jeffrey Nester Obituary

Jeffrey L. Nester, 56, of Shartlesville, PA passed away Saturday, November 19, 2016 at the Reading Hospital, Reading, PA. Born in Reading, he was the loving husband of Colleen (Messina) Nester and son of the late Elwood Nester and Dorothy (Wagner) Nester. He was a member of St. Michael’s Church, Tilden Township. Jeffrey was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and brother-in-law. He was avid horseman and cattleman who loved spending time outdoors and farming. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him. In addition to his wife, Jeffrey is survived by his son, Justin, companion of Susan Nagle; daughter, Karen (Nester) Ruth, wife of Jason Ruth; stepdaughter, Amanda Moore; six grandchildren whom he loved very much; and sisters, Geraldine, wife of Ray Althouse and Ella Mae, wife of Mike Achenbach. He was predeceased by his brothers Merlin and Ralph. Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines, 1710 Ridge Road, Pottstown, Pa 19456.

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Published by The Mercury from Nov. 23 to Nov. 30, 2016.

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scott readinger

November 16, 2022

its hard to believe its been so long already that hes passed ..one memory that i keep seeing in my head is him in his overhalls strikeing a match to light his cig trying not to let the wind blow it out ..and him takeing me to buy a new cowboy hat he told me he knew a nice place ..which i still have today and wear ..so hes still with me even tho hes passed on ..i hope colleen and justin are doing better these days and the rest of his family and friends ..and can remember the memories as i still do of him.

November 23, 2016

Collen sorry for your loss

scott readinger

November 23, 2016

I am sorry for your lost colleen and justin . god called home another good man and a friend .i know its hard right now for you both and the rest of the family.just know hes still is thought of and remembered fondly .he helped give me some thing i still cherish to this day .i hope his happy memories can out weigh the sorrow your
feeling .i know its a cliche to say in time it will get better but it does to some extend .so hang in there and look back at the times you had with him with you and the memories he is leaving you with .one day we will all meet up with him again .

Susan Messina

November 23, 2016

Colleen, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Chutty Renno

November 22, 2016

Karen, so sorry for the loss of your dad. Sending hugs to you to you also.May he rest in peace.

billy keim

November 22, 2016

Sorry for your loss

Bertha Morgan Frees

November 22, 2016

Colleen
So Sorry for your loss..

Sue Moore

November 22, 2016

Colleen and family, so sorry for your loss, prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. may have many memories to cherish

Marie Moran

November 22, 2016

Dear Colleen and Justin, I was shocked to hear your husband and father passed away.I am praying for for your family.Let me know if I can do anything for you. God Bless. Marie Moran.

November 22, 2016

Colleen, Justin and families so deeply sorry for your loss. Jeff will be missed by many he was a great person. I always enjoyed are talks we had. May God bless you all and help to heal so many heavy hearts. RIP Jeff we all will meet again someday.

Cindy Spencer(Oswald)

November 22, 2016

Karen & Justin,
I was saddened and shocked to learn of your dad's passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you in these times of sorrow. Reflect on the good memories you have in you heart.They will be with you always .

Cindy Reifsnyder

November 22, 2016

Colleen, Justin and Karen - Praying for you all in your time of deep sadness. He will be missed by many. Please try to remember that his suffering is over and he is at peace. Try to find strength in that. Jim & Cindy Reifsnyder

Chutty Renno

November 22, 2016

To Colleen,Justin,Dorothy,hugs and prayers to you all.Here for you if you need anything. He was a good friend.We always called each other on our birthdays, i will miss his calls. He will be missed by many. He is no longer in pain. May he R.I.P.till we see him again one day.

Punkin

November 22, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Colleen & Justin. He is pain free and in a better place now. he will always be watching over you.

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