Marguerite Hester Obituary
We bid farewell to Marguerite Hester of Des Plaines, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 13, 2025 at the age of 90. Marguerite touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Marguerite leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Marguerite may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Joseph and Mary. She is survived by: her siblings, Joseph Hester, Jr. (Dolores), Kathryn McElligott (Thomas) and Jack Hester (Anne); and her aunt Marge.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 17th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the Ryan-Parke Funeral Home (120 S NW Hwy, Park Ridge, IL 60068). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 17th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the Ryan-Parke Funeral Home (320 S Washington Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068). A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, October 17th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Saint Paul of the Cross Church (320 S Washington Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068).
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to one of Marge's favorite charities that she supported so generously throughout her life: St. Joseph's Indian School PO Box 100 Chamberlain, SD 57325. https://give.stjo.org.
