David L. Kester
November 8, 1953 ~ October 23, 2015
David Lynn Kester, 61, of Weirton died, unexpectedly while he was finishing his turn, at Union Electric on Friday October 23, 2015.
Born on November 8, 1953 in Weirton, WV, David was a son of the late Ervin "Morris" and Gloria Jean Birkhimer Kester.
David worked for Weirton Steel as an electrician prior to taking the buyout from ISG. With a lot of talent and experience, he returned to the workforce as an electrician with Union Electric.
Known for his intelligence and extremely strong work ethic, David was able to build a log home for his family. He was an avid fan of NASCAR and especially of the late Dale Earnhardt. He enjoyed hunting and gun collecting.
He was a member of the NRA, and the Weirton Steel 25 Year Club.
He is survived by his son, Brian Kester (Stacey); his daughter Samantha Beynon (Adam); brothers, Terry Kester (Bernadette) and Ronald Kester all of Weirton, WV ; sister, Sharon Lahr of Goose Creek, SC; two grandsons, Isaac Robert Kester and Jackson Blake Beynon; and his former wife, Sharon Freeze Kester.
Visitation will be 4- 8 PM Tuesday at the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home 3219 Main Street Weirton; where funeral services will be held 11 AM Wednesday.
Rev. Fr. Tony Thurston will preside.
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Terry, Bernie, Ronnie and Sharon, our heart goes out to you and all the Kester family. Know that Laurie and I hold you in our thoughts and prayers. May the good Lord take Dave into his arms and through his abundant mercy bring David to eternal light. Our deepest condolences for your loss. Love, Leo, Laurie, Greg and Julie Poszywak
Brian,
Our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Your Visionet Family
I don’t know where to begin……I was Dave’s bartender @ shooterz for 7 yrs., & at Steiners(Big Als) for a spell and in that time he & I became very good friends……the late nite laughs, the personal conversations, & for ALL the nites that he’d be by my side to walk me out after closings, I will truly enjoy in my memories…….one incident that sticks out in my mind was when Dave locked us outta the bar before I had a chance to finish closing……he figured I was ready to leave, when in actuality I was taking out the trash to the dumpster……needless to say, he walked out behind me & pulled the door shut……my keys, my purse, & my phone were locked in the bar……after about an hour, he remembered he had his phone in his truck & I was able to call someone to unlock the bar😱😱😱😂😂😂😂😂Dave was TRULY a GREAT friend & I will truly miss his smile, his laugh, his sincerity, his passion for his work, and his integrity……R I P my dear FRIEND
Terry & Bernie, Ronnie, Sharon, Samantha and Brian
We are so very sorry for the loss of your brother, brother-in-law and Dad. Please accept our deepest sympathies on his passing. Although we are not able to be there in person with you we will hold you in our thoughts and continue to pray for healing and peace during this difficult time. Love each other, uphold each other, and be strong in faith that you will see Dave again someday. Sending our love to all….