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Robert S. Kester, 58, of Upper Chichester passed away on Sunday, December 21st at his home. He was born in Chester and was raised and educated in Upland. Bob was a graduate of St. James High School with the class of 1985. He worked as a machinist for most of his career, most recently for the Mapei Company. He was a longtime member of the Upland AC. Bob was also an avid fan of the Washington Redskins. He enjoyed baking, making soup, and beef jerky. Bob was a man devoted to his Christian Faith.
He was predeceased by his parents, Jeremiah, and Cecelia Kester; brother-in-law, Joe Sweeny.
He is survived by his children, Nicholas Schiedel, Eric Schiedel (Katherine), and Joshua Kester; siblings, Jerry Kester (Nancy), Stacie Hall (Wayne), AnnMarie Sweeny, Michael Kester (Debbie), Edward Kester; 1 grandson; longtime friends, Brandi DiNenno, and Frank and Melissa Jenkins
His funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 27th at 11am at the Joseph A. Ward Funeral Home 1459 Market St. Linwood, PA. Friends and family are invited to his viewing from 10-11am. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to St. Jude’s Hospital for Children.
I am so sorry to hear of Bobby’s passing. My heart goes out to his kids and family members. I have known the Kester family ( well most of them ) since growing up in Upland. Bobby was in my classes in grade school. Rest in piece my ole friend.
On behalf of the St. James High School Alumni Association and his 1985 classmates, I extend our deepest sympathies and prayers on your loss. On May 3, 2026, the Alumni Association will remember Robert at their annual Memorial Mass at St. Madeline’s Church in Ridley Park. May he rest in peace!
My condolences to the entire Kester family! Praying God comforts all of you during this difficult time! Bob was such a wonderful person! 🫶
I am so saddened to hear of my cousin’s passing. I’m so sorry for the Kester/Laughead family and Bob’s children.Rest in peace Bob.