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Robert Hester Obituary

Robert T. Hester died Wednesday March 21 in his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was preceded in dealth by two sons. He is survived by six daughters; two sisters; one brother; numerous grandchildren; and many friends. A graveside service with Masonic Rites will be held Monday March 26 at 11:00 a.m. at Peninsula Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers please donate to SPCA 523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News VA 23601 or Animal Aid Society 80 Butler Farm Rd. Hampton VA 23666. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Daily Press from Mar. 24 to Mar. 25, 2018.

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Your daughter Pamela

August 13, 2021

Hi daddy its almost your birthday August 15th. Never forgotten. The house is doing well, keeping it going is a daily task but you know that. Your everywhere within the home and very much present all the time. I listen sometimes to the chimes you made that ring on Mike's porch and I know your there. I miss you so much and time will never change that. Rest in peace and remember your daughter loves you so very much. Happy Birthday Dad.
Your loving daughter Pamela.

Pamela Hester

March 18, 2021

Hi daddy. It’s been 3 years since you left us. Every day I miss you and wish we could have had more time with each other. I love you and you are always with me. Forever your loving daughter Pamela.

Pamela Jones

March 18, 2019

I miss you dad talk to you everyday when I pass you. Wishing you hear me and know I loved you

See you in my dreams.

Patricia Morris

March 28, 2018

Doing what he loved

Patricia Morris

March 28, 2018

Pops driving our sailboat

Patricia Morris

March 28, 2018

Pops and Trish

Patricia Morris

March 28, 2018

Pops and Vicky

Patricia Morris

March 28, 2018

Pops and Santa

Patricia Morris

March 28, 2018

Gonna miss you more than you know.

Patricia Morris

March 28, 2018

Pops and wally watching tv

Patricia Morris

March 28, 2018

Loved his caps...

Patricia Morris

March 28, 2018

March 27, 2018

BOb you were a joy to know at Nasa. I love the stories you told about your parrot and others events. I always enjoy your attitude and views of life. Rest in peace my friend. Tom Gabany

March 26, 2018

Wanda, sending my love and prayers for healing to you and your sisters.so sorry for your loss.

March 26, 2018

Wanda, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to you and your sisters.

Mike Walsh

March 25, 2018

Rest in comfort and peace, my friend. Give my love to Anne and Ann. Mike

Charles Terry

March 24, 2018

Always enjoyed visiting Robert! He was quite the fabricator! He always had some new gadget that he had made to make something easier for him to do! He made more things out of PVC pipe than anyone could imagine! I have missed seeing him! Prayers for the family.

Ray Causey

March 24, 2018

Rest in piece my NASA friend and former co-worker.

Pamela J

March 24, 2018

Shine as bright as this light for all to see. I love you dad and will miss you.
Pamela

Patricia Morris

March 24, 2018

Pops, A life well lived. . No more keys to find, or cat to locate, no yard to tend or sweepstakes to mail. I am forever heart-broken, no words can describe how much you will be missed. may God keep you in his loving arms till we meet again. all my love, your daughter Trish

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