James David Jester's obituary , Passed away on February 22, 2026 in Rockwall, Texas

James David Jester

June 2, 1946 - February 22, 2026 (79 years old)

Rockwall, Texas

James David Jester's obituary , Passed away on February 22, 2026 in Rockwall, Texas

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Rest Haven Funeral Home & Memorial Park

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James David Jester

June 2, 1946 - February 22, 2026 (79 years old)

Rockwall, Texas

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James David Jester Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 22, 2026, at the age of 79, James David Jester of Rockwall, Texas passed away. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James David Jester to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Gerald Jester and Esther Jester; and his sons, Jason and Jody Jester. He is survived by: his wife Debbie; his children, James David "Chip" Jester II (Tracy), Lily and Sofia Jester; his stepson Bruce Taylor (Gabriella); his stepgrandchildren, Nicholas and Maria; his stepdaughter Brook Kolarcik (Joshua); and his stepgrandchildren, Hannah, Gideon, Ruth and Esther. He is also survived by many extended family members and friends.

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Mar 02

Visitation

Rest Haven Funeral Home
2500 TX-66, Rockwall, TX 75087

Mon

Mar 02

Visitation

Rest Haven Funeral Home - Rockwall
2500 TX-66, Rockwall, TX 75087

Mon

Mar 02

Funeral service

Rest Haven Funeral Home - Rockwall
2500 TX-66, Rockwall, TX 75087

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Tue

Mar 10

Burial

Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery
2000 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75211

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