Michael Hester Obituary
The world bids farewell to Michael Hester of Wood River, Illinois, departing on August 14, 2025 at the age of 68. Michael leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Though Michael has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Hester and Zelpha Hester (Scott); and his siblings, Emma Windsor and Jim Hester. He is survived by: his son Adam; his granddaughter Rose; and his siblings, Dewey Hester of Broseley, MO, Nancy (James Davis) and Cindy (Sonny). He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that memorials be made to Otto (Sonny) or Cindy Mitchelle, To send a flower arrangement in memory of Michael Wayne Hester, please.