James H. Estes

James H. Estes obituary

James H. Estes

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James Estes Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wilson Funeral Home - Russell Springs on Aug. 25, 2025.

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James H. Estes, age 75, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Sunday, August 24 2025 at Home.

He was born on Friday, August 11 1950, in Horse Cave, Kentucky.
He was the son of:
Mother - Francis L. Nichols Estes, who has preceded him in death
Father - Norman Estes, who has preceded him in death
Survivors also include:
1 Daughter:

Dana R. Watson, spouse Vergeast, of Goose Creek SC

3 Sons:

Rodney D. Estes, of Shelbyville IN.

Brandon J. Estes, of Indianapolis IN.

Jimmy L. Estes, spouse Amie, of Indianapolis IN.

1 Sister:

Donna Adams, of Edinburgh IN

3 Brothers:

Gary N. Estes, of Edinburgh IN

Allen D. Estes, of Edinburgh IN

Bryan K. Estes, of Edinburgh IN

He is survived by host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren and a special friend Joy Hudson of Jamestown, KY. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by one son, Bobby H. Estes and a brother, Larry Estes. He was a retired boiler operator at Fruit of the Loom and a member of the Caretakers Riding Club.
Funeral services will be 1 PM Wednesday, August 27 2025 at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY.
Visitation will be 12 NOON Wednesday, August 27 2025 at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY.
Interment will be in Resthaven Cemetery, Edinburgh, IN. at 3 PM Eastern Time on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
Officiating:
Bro. Carter Stewart
Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Upcoming Events

Aug

27

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Wilson Funeral Home

391 E. Steve Wariner Dr., Russell Springs, KY 42642

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Aug

27

Funeral service

1:00 p.m.

Wilson Funeral Home

391 E. Steve Wariner Dr., Russell Springs, KY 42642

Send Flowers

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