John Krest Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to John Krest in Palmyra, New York, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. John left this world on November 11, 2025 at the age of 91, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Krest and Mary Koscak Krest; his former wife Jean Stapleton Krest; and his son Edward Krest. He is survived by: his wife Phyllis Edmunds Krest; his brother Edgar McGinnis (Linda); his children, Kathy Krest (Christy Weldon), Jeanne Krest, Tom Krest (Janet) and Jim Krest (Robin); his stepchildren, Judy DuVall (Kevin), Bruce MacWhorter (Bob), Gary MacWhorter (Christine) and Bill MacWhorter; and his grandchildren, Joshua, Jonathan, Daniel Krest, Jean Elizabeth and David Kawczynski. He is also survived by several great-grandchildren.

Please consider donations in John's memory to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 7312.