John Hugh Chester

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John Chester Obituary

John Hugh Chester, 91, Ormond Beach, died July 4, 2006. Born June 17, 1915, Mr. Chester moved to this area in 1949 from Atlanta, Ga. He was a World War II Air Force veteran and recipient of six Bronze Stars. He was a retired building contractor and was a member of Riverbend Community Church. He is survived by his daughter, Patricia Good; two grandchildren, Christa Wagner and Geoffrey Wagner. Funeral service will be 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 8, in the chapel of Volusia Memorial Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Volusia Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today (Friday, July 7) at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the care and trust of Volusia Memorial Funeral Home, Ormond Beach.

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Published by Daytona Beach News-Journal on Jul. 7, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for John Chester

4 Entries

Jannell Chester

July 9, 2006

I spent many childhood afternoons playing in Uncle Hugh and Aunt Louise's home. I was enthralled with the oil bead fountain that hung in their living room. Uncle Hugh was so kind and gentle. He will be missed.

Pamela Hedgecock(Chester)

July 8, 2006

Our thought and prayers to the family. Great uncle Hugh was so kind and had a great since a humour with small children. I wish I would have known him more as an adult to learn more about my dad (James Chester) and about Harold Chester his brother, my dad's dad. Growing up around Chester's was a blessing and I give God all the praise for this wonderful family who gave me woderful memories.

Larry Chester

July 7, 2006

I thought this poem was appropriate. It helped to brighten my day.

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)

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Dear Great Uncle Hugh,

Thank you, for the fond childhood memories. You were a kind, hardworking Christian man. You will be dearly missed. I look forward to seeing you again some day. May you rest in peace.