BORN

1915

DIED

2017

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Burden-Patience-Montgomery Funeral Home

1806 East Michigan Avenue

Jackson, Michigan

MARY KESTERSON Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 13, 2017.

Mary Elizabeth Kesterson –

Of Jackson, passed away March 12, 2017, age 102. Mary is survived by three children: Ruby Lowe, Marie Goad, and Henry Kesterson Jr.; 22 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren; two sisters and two brothers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry, and several other family members. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 11:00 am. Visitation at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5-7 pm. Burial at Tompkins Cemetery.

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March 16, 2017

crystal hall

I am sorry to hear about your Mom, Grandma Kesterson Love Crystal Hall.

March 15, 2017

John Zaborny

Granny will always be remembered by me as
The head honcho of the clifford Lowe klan
" the hillbilly outback", she was so small
And fragile and yet she never had to raise
Her voice to get something done. She will
Be missed by many and thought of daly.
" granny, may your soul never die and live
With us forever". The polach up front..J.Z.

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March 15, 2017

Andrena Bruner

I didn't know Ms Kesterson, I am Allie's Mom. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am so thankful that Hank has been reunited with you all, I can't wait until we can meet and get to know each other. Love & Prayers!

March 15, 2017

Vennesa Cicero

I'm so greatful that my daughter (your great-great grandaughter) and I had the chance to spend time with you in california.

March 15, 2017

Valerie Kesterson

We love you Grandma Kesterson. We will forever carry you in our hearts.

March 15, 2017

Michelle Raymond

My Grandma was my rock she was always there whenever anyone needed a hand.She was. a very strong willed and mind woman she always made sure anything that needed to be done was finished.She loved to cook her fried chicken put kfc or whites to shame.I remember her making cookies cakes homemade bread biscuits and gravy but my favorite was her chicken n dumplings.I Loved her so much she was the best grandma any of us could of asked for.You rest now Grandma until we meet again.You will be forever a piece of my heart

March 15, 2017

Mindee Feckner

I had the honor of meeting Elizabeth just this last year when she was in California at her Great grandson Joe's home. So glad she was able to spend some time out here with family. They all have some sweet memories to remember her by. My love to Ruby her daughter, Vicki and Pam her granddaughters and all the other loved ones left behind.

March 14, 2017

Paul Noah, Jr.

My Mom is Edna Noah...She is Aunt Lizzie's sister...We enjoyed their visit's to Tennessee so many years ago...Rest in peace and enjoy the reunion in heaven with Mom and other family. Paul Noah, Jr.

March 14, 2017

Michelle Raymond

My Grandmother was my rock she always was there anytime that we needed a hand she made homemade quilts.We all enjoyed her cooking and especially her cookies they were the best.My husband always said she can put coloniel sanders to shame with her fried chicken it was so good.I loved her chicken and dumplings everything she made was homemade.I am going to miss her but I know she is flying high with all of our other angels.Keep everyone in line up there Grandma rip until were together again I Love You forever❤

March 14, 2017

Michelle Raymond

My Grandmother was my rock she always was there anytime that we needed a hand she made homemade quilts.We all enjoyed her cooking and especially her cookies they were the best.My husband always said she can put coloniel sanders to shame with her fried chicken it was so good.I loved her chicken and dumplings everything she made was homemade.I am going to miss her but I know she is flying high with all of our other angels.Keep everyone in line up there Grandma rip until were together again I Love You forever❤

March 14, 2017

Roger Drummond

Death is difficult and I'm sorry for your loss.

Aunt Lizzie told me she first met Allen when my fraternal Grandfather brought him along to visit her family/parents who were living near Tazewell, TN. She had so many stories.

Aunt Eula Grey referred to her as the Iron Lady. A great lady, I will miss her.

March 13, 2017

Katherine Strassburg

My sister, Linda, was married to Hank, and is the mother of Michael Scott and Kerrie Lynn. My son Ted and I were frequent visitors to Grandma's house when he was little. Later, his daughter Zoie got to experience the wonders of the big back yard, the fantastic food, and the peanut butter fudge. I will miss Grandma Kesterson as much as I miss my own mom and mother in law. Ted, Zoie, and I all loved her dearly and will remember her always. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Kesterson clan. I pray that the pain of loss will soon be replaced by the memories of family and joyous times

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