John Stephen Mest's obituary , Passed away on February 17, 2025 in Manhattan, Montana

John Stephen Mest

August 17, 1930 - February 17, 2025 (94 years old)

Manhattan, Montana

John Stephen Mest's obituary , Passed away on February 17, 2025 in Manhattan, Montana

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John Stephen Mest

August 17, 1930 - February 17, 2025 (94 years old)

Manhattan, Montana

John Stephen Mest Obituary

The passing of John Stephen Mest (Manhattan, Montana) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on February 17, 2025 at the age of 94. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As John Stephen departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved John Stephen. Though John Stephen may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Gerard Stephen and Verna Victoria Mest (Eckart); and his brother David Mest. He is survived by: his wife Eleanor Mest of Manhattan; his children, Dagny Mest of Manhattan and Stephen Mest (Chris) of Helena; and his grandchildren, Luke, Maria and Gabe Mest.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 24th 2025 at 11:00 AM and at 11:00 PM at the Manhattan Presbyterian Church (214 N Broadway St, Manhattan, MT 59741).

For those wishing to make a contribution in John's honor, the family suggests Wild Montana (http://www.wildmontana.org), 80 S. Warren St., Helena, MT, 59601.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dahl Cares Funeral & Cremation Service



Sat

May 24

Memorial service

11:00 AM

Manhattan Presbyterian Church
214 N Broadway St, Manhattan, MT 59741

Sat

May 24

Memorial service

11:00 PM

Manhattan Presbyterian Church
214 N Broadway St, Manhattan, MT 59741

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