James W. Hester Obituary
In loving memory of James W. Hester (Metairie, Louisiana), who departed this world on January 16, 2026 at the age of 55. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James W. Hester to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jerry Leon Hester and Mary "Molly" Carolyn Clendenen Hester; and his grandparents, John, Lois Clendenen, Leon and Wanda Hester.
He is survived by: his wife Sonia Nguyen Hester; his siblings, Laura Hester Chamlee (Marty), Jerry Leon Hester Jr. and Chuck; his aunts and uncles, Charles, Donna Clendenen, John "Uncle Grumpy" and Mary Clendenen; his nieces and nephews, Autumn, Brianna, Brittany, Bradley, Meredith, Samantha, Christian "Alex" (Jaycee) and Matthew; his cousins, Susan Ledbetter (Wade), Charles Clendenen (Michelle), David Clendenen (Kim), John Clendenen III (Jenn) and Bill Clendenen (Stacy); and his children, Natalie, Nathan and Nolan.
In remembrance of James and in lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation as a way to honor a life defined by generosity, service and a deep belief in giving back, https://gofund.me.
