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Anna Nester Obituary
Anna Bowman Nester, 93, passed away on August 24, 2022.
Anna was born in Laurel Fork, Virginia on November 16, 1928 to Hubert P. Bowman and Hortense Worrell Bowman. She was a dedicated, selfless, loving Mother to her three girls. She will be missed by all who loved her.
Anna is survived by her daughters Ruana Nester Robertson (husband Gary) and Cheryl Nester Wolfe (husband Jerry). Anna was proceeded in death by her husband, George and daughter Georgie Kaye. She has 6 well-loved and cherished grandsons who call her Nana; Steven Zenk, Richard Zenk, Lawrence Zenk, Kaz Robertson, Joshua Callahan and Benjamin Adams; 14 great grandchildren and 3 sisters Nancy Tatum, Rama Cooper and Jane Dalton, and many nieces and nephews.
Services will be Sunday, August 28, 2022 at 3 pm at Worrell Memorial Primitive Baptist Church, Laurel Fork, Virginia, Gleason Worrell, pastor presiding.
A private viewing for family will be held from 2-3 pm at the church. Interment will immediately follow the service at Nester Cemetery, Laurel Fork Rd, Laurel Fork, Virginia. A guestbook is available online by visiting www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family.
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Bill and Kathy Canellis
August 29, 2022
Anna was such a lovely lady. Anna and George welcomed us when we were new to Laurel Fork and "adopted" us into the family. Always encouraging and kind, she will be missed greatly.
Verlin & Katie Bowman
August 28, 2022
We send our sympathy to Anna's loving family.
Buford and Sue Jessup
August 27, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with family and friends
Michael & Sue Dickens
August 27, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Lifting prayers that your many happy memories of Anna will bring you Peace.
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Gaynell Hardie
August 27, 2022
Cheryl & Ruana, So sorry to hear of Anna passing. I worked for her for several years. She was a sweet person. I love to hear her sing Country music. After we retired, we continued to send Christmas cards. I will miss that. My prayers are with you all at this time
Rachel
August 27, 2022
I Will always cherish every memory with my Ms Sunshine. I miss her so much. Prayers for all her family.
August 26, 2022
Aunt Anna, such a sweet and lovely woman that always gave you the honest truth if asked a question. We will alway remember fondly our visits with you and Uncle George. Rest In Peace as you cherish your time with your departed loved ones.
With lots of love, Chris and Gayle Nester
Brenda Ayers
August 26, 2022
So sorry to hear of Sister Anna's passing. She was a sweet lady. Praying for God's comfort and peace for her family.
Debbie Kimble Andrews
August 25, 2022
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Aunt Anna was always so very kind. She loved her family and enjoyed sharing news about their lives whenever you visited. She was quick witted and had a warm smile. I will miss her dearly. Rest in peace!!!
Krystal Lang & Family
August 25, 2022
So sorry to hear this, sending love and prayers to family. Aunt Anna will be remembered fondly.
Rogene and Debra Nester
August 25, 2022
Our condolences to the family. George and Anna were always a large part of our lives and miss them both.
Douglas Kimble
August 25, 2022
Aunt Anna, You had such a sweet spirit and always had a smile. I loved you so much. Thank God he let us have you for a little time and now tu ou are home forever. Say hey to Uncle George and Georgie Kaye for me. I will miss you but I will get to see you in Heaven.
I Love You,
Douglas Kimble
Evelyn Gallimore
August 24, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss . I have find memories of her and Uncle George and the rest of the family going to the beach every summer .
What a great time we all had .
How fast time goes . I will be thinking of you all and sending up prayers .
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