Wesley Jester, 58, a loving husband, father and friend, passed away Friday, Oct. 22, 2004, at home in Weatherford after a courageous battle with cancer.

Funeral: 11 a.m. Monday at Central Christian Church in Weatherford. Burial: 1:30 p.m., Bourland Cemetery in Keller. Visitation: 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at White's Funeral Home Weatherford.

Memorials: Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3301 W. Freeway, Fort Worth 76107.

Wesley Jester was born in Fort Worth Oct. 13, 1946, to Thurman and Opal Williams Jester. He was a graduate of Boswell High School class of 1965. Wesley served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1969 during which he was in Vietnam. He married Leta Smith of Keller in 1970.

Wesley was a member of Central Christian Church. He worked as a locomotive engineer for the Union Pacific Railroad for 33 years. Wesley was preceded in death by his father.

Survivors: Wife of 34 years, Leta Jester; son, John Jester and wife, Stephanie of Weatherford; daughter, Gena Jester of Winston-Salem, N.C.; brother, Ronnie Jester and wife, Tami of Granbury; mother, Opal Jester of Saginaw; three nieces; and three nephews.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Oct. 24, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Wesley Jester

12 Entries

jerri jordan rice

October 30, 2004

I also, graduated with Wesley in 65. He was truly one of the good guys. He was never pretentious and was a loyal friend. He always had the respect and admiration of our class and our entire school. We shared a few secrets and alot of laughs. I will always have wonder ful memories of you, Wesley. You made those high school years alot of fun.

Goodbye Friend and God Bless Your Family

Glenda Hilton Keller Clingman

October 26, 2004

I'm another friend from Wesley's past. Graduated with him in 65. I know we will all miss him and it's a great comfort to know he was loved by so many people and that he had a devoted and loving family. Wesley will always be in our hearts. God Bless you Wesley. Glenda Hilton Keller Clingman

Robert McRee

October 26, 2004

Although the last time I saw Wesley was nearly 40 years ago, I remember him very well. He was a good and dependable friend and teammate. Wesley was the real thing--never, ever the slightest hint of phoniness about him.

Karen (Sue) Burns

October 26, 2004

Wesley was a very special person. He was my neighbor, as well as a fellow at Boswell High School. He was that extremely rare thing: a good and original human being. I am very honored to have known him.

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Judy Rickie-Luttrell

October 26, 2004

As a classmate of Wesley's at Boswell, I have fond memories of his kindness. I know everyone will miss his dearly. May God bless your family.

Beverly Simmons-Coon

October 26, 2004

I am a friend from W.E.Boswell High School,many years ago. Wesley was such a wonderful young man. I also kept in touch through the Kilgore family. My heart grieves for your loss. May God give you comfort. Sincerely, Beverly Simmons, Kilgore, Coon.

Faith Forehand Salfen

October 25, 2004

Wesley always had a smile for everyone. He was always gentle, kind and polite to everyone he met.

I am honored to know such a good man. My sympathy extends to his entire family.

Faith Salfen

Kristi Voss-Bruno

October 25, 2004

Mrs. Jester & Family,

At a time like this it's hard to know just what to say for I know you are hurting inside. In time the pain will fade & you will smile again. Please know that my thoughts & prayers are w/ you & your family & I am one of many who feel for you at your great loss. Just please know that he has gone to a better place.

Ernest Swofford

October 24, 2004

I would like to express my condolences to the entire Jester family. I went to high school with Wesley and was also a member of the Boswell Class of 1965. I considered Wesley a good friend, he will be missed by all who knew him.

Shawn Bodily

October 24, 2004

What is there to say? I know Wesley is in a much better place, while the family has to go on without him. Some how these things don't ever seem to make sense. But for everyone who has been part of the Jester family are better people because of it.

Max Morrow

October 24, 2004

I am blessed in many ways to have Wes as a friend. I am rich in memories and laughs. He was there for me when I needed a friend the most - and he has never left me.

Thank you Wes and may God bless his family.

DeLane Lyons

October 24, 2004

I am forever blessed to have known Wesley and the entire Jester family. I will love and miss him always.

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