Mary Ruth Hester Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Mary Ruth Hester (Lithonia, Georgia). Mary Ruth, born on September 9, 1946, passed away on October 4, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Mary Ruth for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Mary Ruth’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Jewel Glover and Margie Carter Chewning; husband: Douglas "Doug" M. Hester; son: Keith D. Hester; son & daughter-in-law: Brian M. & Trenda O. Hester; granddaughter & grandson-in-law: Brittani Guzman (Joseph); grandson: Brent Jameson "Sonny" Hester; great-grandsons: Brent Michael Cole Griffin and Jaxon James Thomas Guzman.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Henry Funeral Home (6833 Church St, Lithonia, GA 30058). A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Hillandale Memorial Park (6201 Hillandale Dr, Lithonia, GA 30058).