Harold Koester Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Harold Koester of Effingham, Illinois, who passed away on November 21, 2022 at the age of 76. 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, Adolph Koester and Mary Koester (Webb); his daughter Michelle; and his brother Clifford Koester (Dolores). He is survived by: his wife Nancy Koester; his children, Sherry Meyers (Eric) and Brad Koester; his grandchildren, Drew Meyers (Leandra), Megan Meinhart (Phil) and Katiaryna Bell-Koester; and his great grandchildren, Madilyn Garrison and Jaxon Meyers.

Memorials may be made to your local veteran's organization.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Johnson Funeral Home

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Fri

Nov 25

Visitation

Johnson Funeral Home
1110 N 4th St, Effingham, IL 62401

Sat

Nov 26

Funeral service

Johnson Funeral Home
1110 N 4th St, Effingham, IL 62401

Sat

Nov 26

Committal service

St. Anthony Cemetery
927 Merchant Ln, Effingham, IL 62401

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