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James Eugene Pester Jr., 82, of Quakake, passed away Jan. 5, 2023, at home.
Born in Delano, he was a son of the late James E. Pester Sr. and Ethel (Deitz) Pester.
At Mahanoy Township High School, he was affectionately known as "Nick" as part of the last graduating class in 1959.
Jim entered the Navy Reserves during high school and served on the USS Intrepid full time from 1960-1962.
He was a career machine mechanic with Alpo Nestle. At home he was a hobby gardener and enjoyed automobile dealing and repair.
The cornerstone of his family, Jim was a steadfast husband and father. Survived by his loving wife, Georgette, in April 2022, they celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Together they have five children, Natalie, wife of David Wagner, of Quakake, Michele, companion of Jeff Shock, of Quakake, Lisa, wife of Michael Avenoso, of Barnesville, James "Nicky," of Quakake, and Colette, wife of Bill Phillips, of Downingtown. He was lovingly known as "Pop" to his 10 grandchildren and their spouses, Dena & Tim, David & Allie, Brittney, Thomas, Vanessa, Danny, Jake, Emma, Josette and Calista. So far, seven great-grandchildren followed, Daunte, Teegen, Julia, Elijah, Landon, Nolan and Carson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James E. Pester Sr. and Ethel Deitz-Pester, of Delano, and granddaughter, Nicole Pester.
Christ Funeral Home, Hometown, is assisting the family with private service arrangements.
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Michelle Zito
January 9, 2023
Georgette & The Whole Pester Family. When my Son Bill Married Your Daughter Colette We Became Family. My Thoughts & Prayers Are with you All at this Difficult time.
God Bless & Love You, Michelle
Gary & Shirley Smudin
January 8, 2023
Georgette and Family, so very sorry to here the passing of Jim. May memories of earlier times help to comfort his passing. May god bless. Gary & Shirley Smudin
Donald Mellen
January 7, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Grateful
January 7, 2023
Sir,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
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