James "Jim" Marvin Kester's obituary , Passed away on March 12, 2024 in Mabelvale, Arkansas

James "Jim" Marvin Kester

August 17, 1942 - March 12, 2024 (81 years old)

Mabelvale, Arkansas

James "Jim" Marvin Kester's obituary , Passed away on March 12, 2024 in Mabelvale, Arkansas

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Smith Family Funeral Homes

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James "Jim" Marvin Kester

August 17, 1942 - March 12, 2024 (81 years old)

Mabelvale, Arkansas

James Marvin Kester Obituary

We are sad to announce that on March 12, 2024 we had to say goodbye to James Marvin Kester of Mabelvale, Arkansas, born in Pawnee, Oklahoma. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ulus Kester and Beatrice Kester; his wife Gloria (Jeremy); and his siblings-in-law, Frances Wallis and Jackie Creekmore.

He is survived by: his son Jeremy Kester (Patricia); his grandchildren, Maverick, Irelynn and Elynn Kester; his brothers, Mark (Rose) and Calvin Kester (Valerie); his siblings-in-law, Cynthia Ball, Faye Creekmore and Larry Wallis; and his close friend Diesel. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith Family Funeral Homes



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Mar 19

Visitation

Smith Family Funeral Home
322 N Market St, Benton, AR 72015

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Mar 19

Funeral service

Smith Family Funeral Home
322 N Market St, Benton, AR 72015

Tue

Mar 19

Burial

Salem Cemetery
20209 Arch St, Little Rock, AR 72206

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