Celebrating the life of
Marjorie McFarland Hester
February 20, 1923 - May 30, 2010
Marjorie McFarland Hester
BLUFFTON, SC – Marjorie McFarland Hester, 87, passed away May 30, 2010 at the home she lived in for twenty-six years in Bluffton, SC.
Marge was born in Clarkston, Michigan on February 20, 1923, the daughter of the late Leon Russell and Helen McFarland.
She moved to Savannah, Georgia in 1933, when she was ten years old, where her father opened Cheeseman Ice Cream Store where the family all worked together, located at State and Barnard Streets.
Marge finished Savannah High School in 1940 and went on to graduate from Armstrong Junior College and the University of South Carolina. She met John Robert "Bob" Hester while meeting with Epworth United Methodist Church in Savannah. They married in April, 1944. They were married for almost sixty years until Bob passed away in January, 2004. Marge was a faithful wife and mother. They lived most of their lives together in Savannah, residing in Gordonston subdivision and then at 123 East 46th Street, until they moved to Bluffton, SC in 1984.
Marge and Bob were very involved in Epworth United Methodist Church, even after they moved to Bluffton. They were faithful to the work of the church. In her later years she was a member of Bluffton United Methodist Church. Because of her excellent soprano voice, she was very helpful to singing groups in church choirs and community chorales. Because of her experience in women's Bible studies in Savannah, she was a charter member of the Christian Women's Club in Savannah and the Community Bible Study work that started in the Hilton Head-Bluffton area. Because of Bob's profession as a dentist in Savannah, Marge was active in the Georgia Dental Auxiliary and was president in 1967-1968.
Marge's career was her family. She is survived by four children, nine grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren: Robie and Cathy Hester of Bluffton, SC, who have two children and one grandchild; Suzanne and Tom Tippett of Opelika, AL, who have three children and six grandchildren; Steve and Janet Hester of Port Wentworth, GA, who have two children; and John and Jean Hester of Rincon, GA, who have two children. Marge is also survived by her sister Beverly Simoneaux and George, nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 3, 2010, at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with Rev. Billy Hester and Dr. Tom Tippett officiating.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Interment will follow in the Hester Family Cemetery in Meinhard.
Remembrances may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association of Savannah, 201 Television Circle, Savannah, GA 31406 or to a favorite charity.
To be the pastor of the Hester family was a very distinct honor. What wonderful memories. Eating together every Sunday, fishing with Bob often, staying with them at the Bluffton house and being a part of the children,s life.May God bless you with these precious memories as well. The Hester family is precious to us. The Rev. Julian L. Tucker
- Julian and Dean Tucker, Jesup, GA
Suzanne, Robie, John and Stevie I know your hearts are heavy with grief. We are all saddened for your loss. But you know she is now singing with the heavenly hosts, worshiping at the feet of Christ.
- Artie Riichburg, Savannah, GA
Robie, Cathy, Suzanne, Tom, Stevie, Janet, John, Jean, and Families, Know this is a very difficult time for you. Aunt Marge had and still has such love, faith, and confidence for and in each one of you. Love, Prayers, and Hugs from Across the Miles, Wendy
- Wendy Ciccodicola, Cranbury, NJ
Mrs. Hester was a very hard worker for Epworth and stuck with the church as long as it was possible even after moving to South Carolina. Her efforts were inspirational. Sincere condolences to all her family at this time of loss.
- Bob and Stacy Doty, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hester family.
- Tom and Carol Carty, Savannah, GA
You are in our thoughts and prayers
- Alice and Bobby Bennett, Rincon, GU
You are in our thoughts and prayers
- Alice and Bobby Bennett, Rincon, GA
May we all know that Marge is now in peace and has truly gone home. We will miss her sweet smile. Our thoughts and condolences are with you all. God Bless always.
- Jerry and Debra Taylor, Bluffton, SC
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hester family. I will never forget how sweet and kind Marge was to everyone she met.
- Robyn Quattlebaum, Sav, GA
I have so many wonderful memories with your mother and memaw. My prayers and love are with you all. Aunt Joan
- Joan Hester Byrd, Savannah, GA
I was deeply saddened to hear of Margorie's passing. As a child, I remember thinking when she would sing a solo in the Epworth Church choir that I was hearing an angel singing...well, she is now with the Angelic choir of heaven. She will be missed. My prayers are with Robie, Suzanne, Steve & John. God bless you all at this sad time, and may He provide you with inner peace knowing that she is now with her Lord. Peace. Charlie Solomons, Jr.Chip
- Charlie Solomons, Jr., Savannah, GA
Our Deepest regrets for the entire family. May the Lord bring you comfort and peace durning these trying times. Our family share your grief and sadness. With Love
- Vickie & Bill Roberson, Bluffton, SC
My heart and prayers go out to each of you. I am so glad I got to meet Marjorie at Dorsey and Sam's wedding. Love, Dorinda Miller
- Dorinda Miller, Opelika, AL
Suzanne, Robie, John and Stevie, We were so sorry to hear about the home going of Memaw. She will be missed by so many. It was a real joy for us to get to know her and to know that our grandchildren will always remember the great times they had while visiting with her. They have so many fond memories. I know 'my' David certainly came to love her as his own grandmother. Our prayers are with you during this time. Love, Susan and John
- John and Susan DeLoach, Opelika, AL
To be the pastor of the Hester family was a very distinct honor. What wonderful memories. Eating together every Sunday, fishing with Bob often, staying with them at the Bluffton house and being a part of the children,s life.May God bless you with these precious memories as well. The Hester family is precious to us. The Rev. Julian L. Tucker
- Julian and Dean Tucker, Jesup, GA
Suzanne, Robie, John and Stevie I know your hearts are heavy with grief. We are all saddened for your loss. But you know she is now singing with the heavenly hosts, worshiping at the feet of Christ.
- Artie Riichburg, Savannah, GA
Robie, Cathy, Suzanne, Tom, Stevie, Janet, John, Jean, and Families, Know this is a very difficult time for you. Aunt Marge had and still has such love, faith, and confidence for and in each one of you. Love, Prayers, and Hugs from Across the Miles, Wendy
- Wendy Ciccodicola, Cranbury, NJ
Mrs. Hester was a very hard worker for Epworth and stuck with the church as long as it was possible even after moving to South Carolina. Her efforts were inspirational. Sincere condolences to all her family at this time of loss.
- Bob and Stacy Doty, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hester family.
- Tom and Carol Carty, Savannah, GA
You are in our thoughts and prayers
- Alice and Bobby Bennett, Rincon, GU
You are in our thoughts and prayers
- Alice and Bobby Bennett, Rincon, GA
May we all know that Marge is now in peace and has truly gone home. We will miss her sweet smile. Our thoughts and condolences are with you all. God Bless always.
- Jerry and Debra Taylor, Bluffton, SC
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hester family. I will never forget how sweet and kind Marge was to everyone she met.
- Robyn Quattlebaum, Sav, GA
I have so many wonderful memories with your mother and memaw. My prayers and love are with you all. Aunt Joan
- Joan Hester Byrd, Savannah, GA
I was deeply saddened to hear of Margorie's passing. As a child, I remember thinking when she would sing a solo in the Epworth Church choir that I was hearing an angel singing...well, she is now with the Angelic choir of heaven. She will be missed. My prayers are with Robie, Suzanne, Steve & John. God bless you all at this sad time, and may He provide you with inner peace knowing that she is now with her Lord. Peace. Charlie Solomons, Jr.Chip
- Charlie Solomons, Jr., Savannah, GA
Our Deepest regrets for the entire family. May the Lord bring you comfort and peace durning these trying times. Our family share your grief and sadness. With Love
- Vickie & Bill Roberson, Bluffton, SC
My heart and prayers go out to each of you. I am so glad I got to meet Marjorie at Dorsey and Sam's wedding. Love, Dorinda Miller
- Dorinda Miller, Opelika, AL
Suzanne, Robie, John and Stevie, We were so sorry to hear about the home going of Memaw. She will be missed by so many. It was a real joy for us to get to know her and to know that our grandchildren will always remember the great times they had while visiting with her. They have so many fond memories. I know 'my' David certainly came to love her as his own grandmother. Our prayers are with you during this time. Love, Susan and John
- John and Susan DeLoach, Opelika, AL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
