Robert Burton Jestes Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Robert Burton Jestes of Springfield, Missouri, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on July 6, 2025 at the age of 76. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert Burton Jestes to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Robert may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard L. Jestes and Wilma Jestes (Wilson); his parents-in-law, Pauline and Gene Powers; and his brother-in-law Steve Franklin.
He is survived by: his significant other Beverly Powers; his daughter Ashley Marie Jestes; his sister Terri Bloom (Gary) of Nevada, MO.; and his siblings-in-law, Carla Powers, Marilyn O'Banion (Harold), Tim Powers (Cindy) and Paula Franklin. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
