With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Francis Thomas Hester of Plattsmouth, Nebraska, who passed away on July 8, 2022 at the age of 91. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, John J. Hester Sr. and Anne Terese Hester (Nee); his former life partner Mary Hester; and his siblings, Anne Fox, Mary M. Slivka, John J. Hester Jr., James M. Hester, William R. Hester and Thomas J. Hester.

He is survived by : his children, Sherry Phillips (Richard) of Gray Court, SC, Larry VanDyne of Kansas City, MO, Robert VanDyne (Randeen) of Plattsmouth, NE, Mark VanDyne of Council Bluffs, IA, Daniel Hester of Derby, KS and Kevin Hester of Plattsmouth, NE; and his sister Barbara McSherry of Chicago, IL. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and many friends.

Memorials to the Family (a suitable charity will be chosen at a later date).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Roby Funeral Home