Ms. Dorothea Venise Hester was born March 19, 1958 to the late James (Sr.) and Dorothy Hester in Durham North Carolina. She transitioned from this earthly life on May 28, 2026 in the presence of family.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday, June 26, 2026, beginning promptly at 6:00 pm at American Cremation & Funeral Service.