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David was born in Jasper, Florida on October 10, 1966 to the late Kirby Jestes and Dorothy Gunn Jestes. He worked as a farm hand for McClain Farms then helped his son at B & K Construction.
He is survived by his son, Brandon Jestes and wife, Kelly of Benton, KY; five brothers, Henry Jestes (Sissel), Walter Jestes (Pam), John Jestes (Tammie), Kirby Jestes, Jr., all of Benton, KY and Jessie Christmas of Jasper, FL; three sisters, Margie Dodd of Mayfield, KY, Debbie York (Randy) of Benton, KY and Shelia Jestes (Eustaquio) of Arlington, TX; several nieces & nephews and one granddaughter, Bexleigh Jestes.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother and two sisters at birth.
A graveside service will be at 3:00 PM on Monday, June 9, 2025 at Ferguson Springs Cemetery with Terry Josleyn officiating.
There will be no public visitation.
Collier Funeral Home is handling all arrangements.
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