
Janet Kester, age 80, of Wyoming was unexpectedly called to her heavenly home on Monday, October 30, 2023 while visiting family in Pennsylvania. She was preceded in death by her parents and several siblings. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 35 years, Wayne. She will be dearly missed by her children, Kelly (Eric) Krall, Curt (Samantha) Kester, Michael (Antoinette) Caswell; grandchildren, Josh (Lauren) Murphy, Meghan (Matthew) La Fave, Matthew Prey, Hope Krall, Iylee Kester; great grandchildren, Everleigh Murphy, Adelynn Murphy, Eleanor Murphy, William La Fave; sisters, Betty Hovey, Fern Genengels, Rita Sweeney; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Janet enjoyed going to the casinos with her sisters. She was a street rod and classic car enthusiast and enjoyed going out West on vacations. Janet also enjoyed going out to dinner with friends and family. Her biggest joy in life was her family and family reunions. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, November 11 at 10:00 am at St. John Vianney Church, 4101 Clyde Park Ave. SW, Wyoming. Entombment will be at Resurrection Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday, November 10 from 5 - 8 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park Ave. SW, Wyoming, and one hour prior to Mass at church. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.