Recognizing the Life of Edward Glyn Hester

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Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of Edward Glyn Hester of Nettleton who passed away Saturday, November 7. As a fellow service member, I am grateful for Mr. Hester's dedication to family, state, and country.

Edward Glyn Hester was born on February 8, 1943 to Herman Glyn Hester and Ruth Johnson Hester. He spent his early years in Itawamba County and attended Nettleton High School. Glyn went on to graduate from Mississippi State University with a degree in business. He used these skills to build his own construction company, Glyn Hester Builders. He used these resources to serve as lead contractor in the construction of small homes throughout Mississippi dedicated to the Baptist Children's Village. There is a cottage in Starr, Mississippi named after Glyn and his wife, Judy. He dedicated over 20 years to the Baptist Children's Village, serving as a trustee.

Glyn Hester served in the Mississippi National Guard from 1965 to 1971. He was also a dedicated long-time member of Nettleton First Baptist Church, serving as a Deacon and Sunday School Secretary. Glyn was an important figure in the church, prioritizing regular attendance and arriving early to offer help to anyone who may need it.

Glyn is survived by his wife of 53 years, Judy; son, Britton; daughter, Leslie; and two grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Edward Glyn Hester was a light unto all who had the opportunity to know and love him, and he will be deeply missed. My deepest condolences are with his family and friends.

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