Thomas-Yester-Obituary

Thomas Yester

Branford, Connecticut

Dec 29, 1922 – Feb 3, 2012 (Age 89)

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BORN
December 29, 1922
DIED
February 3, 2012
AGE
89
LOCATION
Branford, Connecticut

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YESTER, THOMAS B. Thomas B. Yester, retired Captain, U.S. Army, passed away peacefully in his home on February 3, 2012 surrounded by his family and his loyal dog Max by his side. Captain Thomas Yester was born in Branford on December 29, 1922; the son of the late Constant and Yacenta Yester,...

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I'm thinking of you all and remembering Uncle Tom fondly. What an impressive and remarkeable life he lived, filled with so many courageous years of service to our country. I'm sorry for your loss of such a special dad. He and Aunt Jean had a place in many peoples' hearts, including mine.
Love Wesley and Darlene Alexander

Condolences to Gary,Denise,Patricia,Kathleen and families as memories of your Father`s love of Vermont summer,sugaring,haying ,and Deer hunting (cooking for us hunters),and fidelers festivals . Special time at National Guard Camp Drum. Heart felt Eulogy for our brother Alan
Tom`s military achievements would challenge any Veteran to fight for the right to build our Nation`s might.As Taps were sounded certainly Reveille was played as your Dad continues to Serve God Bless America (Tks Walt...

I am truly sorry for the loss of a great man. Tom welcomed me into the neighborhood and was always a pleasure to talk to when I saw him walking Max. He will be missed.

Dear Cousins;

I only learned of your father's passing a little while ago. It was not really a surprise, however, since my Dad has been keeping me informed. I believe he was receiving updates from Uncle Walter.

I only had a few brief visits with your parents and most of those were long ago. Still, I have strong and very fond memories of both of them. And I was lucky enough to see you and your Dad again in August 2007 at the time of the big reunion. He certainly...

Dear Gary, Kit, Denise, Frank, Patty, and Kathy,

I was so saddened to learn of your father's passing. His dedication to his country was something I will always remember. He was such a kind soul that brought such pleasure to the students of Branford as we volunteered and worked together over many years.

May He Rest In Peace.

Truly Yours,

Dear Cousins Gary, Denise, Patty, Kathy and families,
So sorry to hear of Uncle Tom's passing. His military service was quite exemplary. May he rest in peace.
Love, Laura (Alexander)

Dear Gary, Kit, Denise, Frank, Patty, and Kathy,

So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Glad that you could all be there at the end and that he was at home.

Reading his obituary reminds me of what an incredible man he was - so much service to others and such an active member of his community.

The trip to and from Ct would be too tiring for my mother, so we will wait and attend the burial in Vermont when...

One of the last of "The Great Generation" May the Good Lord grant him and all the faithful departed eternal life and let perpetual light shine upon them.