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1982 - 2008
Joshua Mathew "Josh" Yester, 25, Vinton, Rio Grande community, passed away Sunday, February 24, 2008, at his residence. He was born September 27, 1982, in Gallipolis, Ohio, son of Alvin Ray and Sheila Faye Blanton Yester. A self-employed light construction worker, he was a 2000 Graduate of Gallia Academy High School.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by:
Sons,: Dakota and Bishop Yester, Gallipolis, OH
Mother of his children: Amanda Smith
Brother: Tony Yester, Flat Rock, WV
Paternal Grandmother: Thelma Yester, Gallipolis Ferry, WV.
Maternal Grandparents: Erskine and Joyce Blanton, Vinton, OH
Several aunts, uncles, and cousins
Josh was preceded in death by:
Paternal Grandfather: Albert Yester
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, February 28, 2008, at the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, 420 First Ave., Gallipolis, with Rev. Carl Swisher officiating. Burial will follow at Jordan Baptist Church Cemetery, Gallipolis Ferry, WV. Friends may call from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Condolences can be emailed to www.timeformemory.com/mm.
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There are currently 15 condolences.
Dakota Yester
Dakota_so_phr3sh@yahoo.com
Monday October 25, 2010 at
10:31 AM
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Dear Mamaw
Sometimes I still lie in bed crying wondering why he had to go, but i figure Gods must have a purpose for him up there. I know how you feel, sometimes I just wish i could talk to him one more time. I wish i would've spent more time with him when he and mom got a divorce. Still, I know he loved Bishop and I very very much. he loved You and PawPaw awfully much also. I just wish he was still here to see me and Bishop grow up. If you or Paw Paw ever need anything, know that i'm here for you whenever you need me.
Love,
Dakota
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erskine blanton
Sunday March 2, 2008 at
2:22 PM
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I am so sorry for your lose aunt sheil and uncle alvin.Josh was like a older brother to me he will be missed greatly.
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Corina
corinahall70@yahoo.com
Thursday February 28, 2008 at
2:15 PM
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Dear Yester Family.
I am Robbie McLean's big sister and met and knew Josh. He was a great kid. I am so sorry to hear about your loss and you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Corina
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Rick Handley
rhandley35@yahoo.com
Thursday February 28, 2008 at
9:15 AM
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Alvin,
So sorry to hear about your son. Mom has always said that it's the worse thing for a person to go thru. I can not imagine what you are going thru. Losing Sue was extremely a hurting time, but I can't imagine losing a child. Take care.
Rick Handley
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NICK WILLIAMS
williamsna121@yahoo.com
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
10:50 PM
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I know there are no words I can say to ease the pain. I'm sorry. I'm so sorry for your loss. He was such a good guy and a good friend. He was one of my best friends through high school and I always tried to come see him when I came home. He will be missed. I'm sorry I couldn't be there, but my heart goes out to the entire family. I'll be praying for you all.
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Brenda Keefer
bretster0075@yahoo.com
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
10:37 PM
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Shiela you know that I have been where you are and time does help but you will think about him every day and that gets easier also. Please take care of yourself and grieve in your own time and place. Julie & I both have been thinking of you and sharing your loss.
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Mathew McCoy
mathew.mccoy@navy.mil
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
5:29 PM
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i am so sorry for your loss. Im currently deployed right now but your in my thoughts and prayers.
very respectfully
Mathew
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Gary Harrison
gary1430@wideopenwest.com
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
3:30 PM
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Shelia & Alvin I was shocked when Rick told me of Josh's passing. I always thought of him as a nephew also. He was such a sweet boy.
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Dave & Cheryl Kuns
cdhomestead@netscape.com
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
2:55 PM
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Josh was a wonderful young man. He was a hard worker and loved his family. He will be greatly missed. We used to work with Josh, knew him when he got married and when his first son was born. Our prayers and thoughts are with all the family.
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Mary Williams Shults
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
1:01 PM
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Sorry to hear about your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Brad, Nancy, Jill and Gus Graham
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
12:24 PM
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Sheila and family we are so sorry for your loss. We have you and your family in our prayers. Nancy
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Teresa Maynard
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
9:50 AM
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Sheila & Alvin. I am sorry for your lost you are both in my thoughts and prayers
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Bridget Phillips
bbp1djp2@zoomnet.net
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
8:29 AM
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Sheila,
I was sorry to hear about Josh. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bridget
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Cindy Smith Harrison (Amanda's Aunt from Alabama)
sadielou@bellsouth.net
Monday February 25, 2008 at
6:44 PM
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Sheila & Alvin here's a poem I thought you might enjoy.
Please don't keep feeling guilty,
It was just my time to go.
I see you are still feeling sad,
And the tears just won't stop.
We all come to earth for our lifetime,
And for some it's not so many years
I don't want you to keep crying
You are shedding way too many tears.
I haven't left you
though it may seem so.
I have just gone to my heavenly home,
But, I am closer to you now than you will ever know.
Just believe that when you say my name,
I'll be standing right next to you.
I know you want to see me
But there's nothing more I can do.
I promise to still send you messages. And I hope you understand,
That when your time comes to "Cross Over,"
I will be waiting to take your hand.
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Cindy Smith Harrison
sadielou@bellsouth.net
Monday February 25, 2008 at
6:40 PM
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I am so sorry. I know what you are going through as I lost my only son Jeffrey Fulkerson. There are no words that can even begin to express the hurt and sadness that I know you are feeling. If ever you want to talk I would be happy to listen. I have a friend that had lost her only child at the young age of 18 and when I lost Jeffrey at age 28 she would talk to me and it seemed to help. You can call me anytime 256-437-1327. Josh will be missed by all of us. I last got to visit briefly with Josh in January. He was a dear, sweet young man. Just know that he is in a much better place now with no pain or suffering. He will always be near you no matter where you go. Take care and God Bless you. Cindy Harrison (Dakota & Bishops Aunt from Alabama)
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