Photo courtesy of Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors - Denton
Denton, Texas
Feb 2, 1940 – Aug 9, 2014
Tom Davis Jester, Jr. of Denton, Texas after a twelve year battle with pancreatic cancer died August 9, 2014 surrounded by family. He was born in Ashdown, Arkansas to the late Tom Davis Jester and Evelyn Sessions Jester on February 2, 1940. Tom graduated from the University of Arkansas with a...
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He was a great man and I am so sorry to hear of the family’s loss. My husband as well Curtis Himes died of that terrible pancreatic cancer. He took care of my adoption needs in 2000. I loved seeing his award winning smile.
Joanne Himes
June 23, 2023 | Denton, TX | Acquaintance
We have lost a very special person in this world when Tom went on to be with the Lord. He was my best friend in my young years through college and beyond. Tom was completely trustworthy and he always did what he said he would do. You could always count on Tom no matter what, including sports. (What a great teammate!) Tom always took things coming at him in stride and always positive. Once in college his father sent him a dollar and told him to take out his girlfriend for Sunday evening...
Wayne McCollum
August 14, 2014 | Dallas, TX
Tom Jester was our family attorney for many many years. He will be missed greatly. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Claire Medina
August 14, 2014 | Denton, TX
My Dearest Aunt Kathy, how wonderful for you to be loved by such a beautiful man! He touched my heart especially on the worst day of my life with his kind and gentle reading of Daddy's eulogy. My love to you always.
Vicki Bennett
August 13, 2014 | Pampa, TX
Tom Jester, one of the nicest HUMAN BEINGS that I have ever met. He will be dearly missed.
Jerome Coleman
August 13, 2014 | Denton, TX
Tom has been such a wonderful friend - so much fun and full of life! We feel very blessed to have known him and to have been able to spend so many wonderful lake days with him. Much love to Kathy, Jill, Chris and Craig during this sad day.
Mark and Christie Bliss
August 13, 2014 | Pottsboro, TX
I am so sad for you, Jill, and for your family. May your loving memories of your father comfort you as you grieve. Peace be with your dad and for all who knew and loved him.
Ellen Sackett
August 13, 2014 | Lake Dallas, TX
Mr. Jester was a dear friend & colleague to my dad, Earl L. Coleman. I became acquainted with him when I worked in Dads law office. He was a class act & I appreciated his sense of humor. Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss.
patti coleman pennington
August 11, 2014 | Sanger, TX
My families prayers and thought are with you Cathy and family. Sorry I can't make it but may the lords peace fall upon your hearts I will truly miss Tom.
Micky Marsee
August 11, 2014 | Yukon, OK