John Edward Kester Jr. Obituary
The family announces the passing of John Edward Kester Jr. of Bridgeport, West Virginia on August 17, 2026. John, born on September 3, 1954, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Edward Kester Jr. to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John E. Kester and Isabelle Angeline Kester (Clarke); his sister Patricia Kester Fraking; and his half-brother Ben Moore. He is survived by: his children, John E. Kester, III (Lauren Hawkins) of Fairmont and Chloe Kester (Alexander Volkmer); his grandson Will Hawkins; his stepdaughter Hillary Martinez (Bruno) of Stonewood; his stepgrandchildren, Mya, Isabella and William Martinez; his sister Karla Echols (Nobel) of Shinnston; and his half-sister Tammy Farrow. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
