KESTER: Peacefully, after a long and courageous 35 year battle with leukemia, at London Health Sciences Centre – Victoria Hospital, London, on Monday, February 20, 2023,Theresa Louise (Soudant) Kester, of Dashwood, age 60. Beloved wife of Tony Kester. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Alicia Kester and Lloyde Jones, Jeremy Kester and Jessica Crawford, David and Lori Kester, Adrienne Kester and Steve Taylor. Cherished Oma of Jessica, Taylor and McKenzie Jones, Connor, Natalie, Alexander and Adrian Kester, Sophia, Heath and Reese Kester and Isabella Taylor. Treasured Great-Oma of Kaydence Jones. Forever loved daughter of Gus and Bella (Geilen) Soudant. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Rick and Harriet Soudant, Kathleen and Ed Roulston, Rob and Lisa Soudant, Heidi and Dennis Harsen, Tilly and Robert Anderson, Arnold and Karen Kester, the late Jenny (2015) and Dennis Fleischauer, Joe Kester, John Kester and Lori Davis, Dorothy Kester, Andy Kester and Valerie Anderson, Leo Kester, Tom Kester and Christine Vieceli, Gerald Kester and Jim Kester as well as many nieces, nephews and their families. Fondly remembered by her in-laws the late Adrian (2005) and Mary (Groenewegen) Kester, Theresa and Tony have many aunts, uncles and cousins in Canada and Holland. Resting at the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood, on Friday, February 24, 2023 from 4 to 8 p.m., with Parish, Family and CWL Prayers at 3:30 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Roman Catholic Church, Mount Carmel on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 11 a.m. The Rev. Fr. Vince Gulikers Celebrant. Interment Our Lady of Mount Carmel Roman Catholic Cemetery. Theresa was a dedicated employee (27 years) at Rona in Exeter and a long time member of the Catholic Women’s League at St. Boniface R.C.C, Zurich. If desired, memorial donations (payable directly) to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Carol Coleman
Dear Tony & Family, I was saddened to read about your Theresa, she was a remarkable & beautiful women who seemingly faced each day with hope, strength and grace. May you find strength to embrace all your fondest memories in this time of sorrow. Heartfelt condolences from Carol (Ross) Coleman
Karen Schwartzentruber
Tony and all of the Kester and Soudant Families,
My sincere condolences on Theresa’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Karen Schwartzentruber
Robert Cuillerier
Dear David, Jeremy, Alicia, Adrienne and the Kester Family. I am very sorry about the loss of your Mother. I remember seeing your Mom at the School and also Rona. My deepest sympathies. May you find comfort at this time in all the wonderful memories of your Mom.
Very Sincerely,
Robert Cuillerier
Heather McDougall
Sincere sympathy to Theresa’s family. Tony and Theresa were a lovely couple together. I remember Theresa’s wonderful smile and bubbly ways when I worked at Our Lady of Mount Carmel School for a short time. Also remember her children when they attended St. Anne’s Catholic Secondary School when I was employed there. Hold onto your good memories.
Heather McDougall
Audrey Melick
For The immediate family of Theresa and the wider Soudant family. We send our condolences and recognize the long battle Theresa has had with leukaemia. I am part of Keith and Helen Gingerich family who lived across the road on the Bronson. Theresa was a wonderful help as the big sister when I used to babysit. May God give each of you comfort and peace.
Joop and Ria kester
Dear Tony , Alicia,Jeremy, David, Adrienne and close family members,
Our condolences with the loss of Theresa. We know she was so strong all that years she was coping with leukemia.
We hope you can share all good memories with the close family. We wish you all the best and strength in these difficult times.
Joop and Ria Kester
Joop en Ria Kester
Dear Tony , Alicia, Jeremy, David , Adrienne, husbands and kids,
Our condolences with the loss of Theresa.
To loose such a special person and mother and so young that’s hard to overcome. We hope Tony you get extra strength by all the family members and friends. And realise we have a warm and close family. All the best for you and we hope you can share a lot of memories from good times. We pray for all of you greetings Joop en Ria.
Familie Kester - Holland
Dear Tony and family,
Tomorrow is the funeral service.
The farewell of Theresa.
We are far away in distance.
But we will be close to you.
In thought and prayer.
With our own precious memories of
the times we met in Canada and Holland.
As a tribute to Theresa we made a
donation for research on the treatment
of leukaemia to KWF Dutch Cancer Society.
24-2-2023 Holland – Familie Kester
Martin and Cheryl Gelinas
Our deepest condolences to all the Kester and Soudant families. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time
Martin and Cheryl Gelinas
Thea and Piet
Dear Tony and family,
Our condolences with the loss of Theresa.
We wish you lots of strength in this difficult time.
Thea and Piet van der Drift-Kester
Marg Gingerich (Vermunt)
My sincere sympathy to all of Theresa’s family. I would see her at Rona occasionally and we would reminisce about our younger days. She was always so upbeat and told me she tried to make the most of each day she had. She was so brave and an inspiration to all.
Anne & Brad Mousseau
Bella & Gus, Tony & family, sincere condolences in your loss. Rest in peace Theresa.
George and Sue Wilson
Kathleen and all of Theresa’s family, heartfelt condolences on your loss. Cherish your precious memories. A sister’s love is very strong. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Vellenga household
So sorry for your loss.
Trudy Groenestege
We extend our sincere condolences to the Soudant and Kester families. We remember with fondness our earlier years as neighbours on the Parr Line. We are so sorry for your loss. We hope that your memories give you comfort at this difficult time.
Coby Vanden Boomen and family
Steve and Pat Meidinger
Our sincere sympathies to the Kester and Soudant families! Our prayers are with you in this difficult time. Heaven has gained another angel. Rest In Peace dear Theresa!
Barry Nancy Mills
Sincere sympathy to Dave, Lorie and the Kester family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barry Nancy Mills
Gerald and Mary Ellen Zielman
Sending our condolences to Tony and all the the family. May God give you comfort at this difficult time.
Gerald & Mary Ellen Zielman
Julie and Marty Becker
To all of Theresa’s family,
Please accept our most sincere condolences. May all of your happy memories bring you comfort in times of sorrow.
With heartfelt sympathy.
Marty and Julie Becker
Marilyn and Duncan Nasse
Sending thoughts and prayers to dearest Aunt B and Uncle Gus and your beautiful family on your loss.
Mary Ducharme
To the Kester and Soudant families
My sincere Sympathy to all of you at this sad time.
Remembering you in my prayers and thoughts as you
grieve your great loss.
R.I.P Theresa
Mary Ducharme
Harv & Evelyn Vincen
Sincere sympathy to each of Theresa’s family. A loving person who will be missed so much. May God grant peace, strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Diane Harsen
Our deepest condolences for the loss of a beautiful woman. You are in our thoughts during this very difficult time. Love the Harsen’s
Mark Heimrich
To all Theresa’s family, friends and co-workers at Rona;
We are all very sorry to hear of your loss of Theresa. She was a lovely person and served us extremely well at Rona over the many years of her time there. She will be missed by so many.
Our sincere sympathy to all.
Mark & Julie Heimrich, and staff at Lifetime Water Products.
Wendy Heimrich
Adrienne & Kester & Soudant families,
My deepest sympathies with your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Adrienne keep the memories of your Mom close and she’ll always be with you. Huge hugs.
Adrian Van Leeuwen
Our greatest sympathies for Tony and his family on the passing of his beloved wife Theresa. She will be missed by all.
From Adrian Van Leeuwen, Bryanna and Jason and Viktoria. Plus the rest of the Van Leeuwen family.
Elaine
George and Elaine Ducharme
Tony & family our sincere condolences on your loss. Theresa will be greatly missed. She was an amazing lady.
Anne Hartman
Thank you for being such a good friend for 27 years at our home away from home. I will truly miss you. RIP Theresa.
Karen & Danny Masse
Our deepest sympathies to the family of Theresa. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time
Annette and Tim Martens
So sorry to hear of your loss of Theresa. She was a beautiful woman, inside and out and she will be missed dearly by many. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim and Annette Martens
Tonya Harney
Theresa was a great and loving co worker and friend. She will be missed a lot. Love to the family.
Tonya.