Patricia A. Nester Obituary
We bid farewell to Patricia A. Nester of Cedar Springs, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 11, 2025 at the age of 87. Patricia 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.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Stewart Elerick and Margaret Elerick (Shepherd); her stepfather George Castor; her brother Bob Elerick; and her half-brother Gary Castor.
She is survived by: her children, Linda Dubridge (Charles), David Nester (Holly), Richard Nester (Jodi) and Kevin Nester (Jennifer); her half-brother Larry Castor; and her former husband John Nester. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Pederson Funeral Home (127 N Monroe St, Rockford, MI 49341). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association - Greater Grand Rapids, 4081 Cascade Rd. SE, Suite 400, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, or online at [alz.org/gmc/donate].
