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Obituary For Mamie Louise Ford Hester
Mamie Louise Ford Hester, age 88, of Athens, GA, passed away on October 11, 2025.
A native of Athens, she graduated from The University of Georgia and dedicated her career as a longtime educator with the Clarke County School District.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Hester, and will be deeply missed and celebrated by her three daughters, Barbara Hester, Vonda Hester, and Sandra Hester, as well as her grandchildren, David Ryan Bishop V. and Channing Symone Hubbard.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM at The Chapel of Jackson-McWhorter Funeral Home, 1253 West Broad St. in Athens, GA 30606, with interment to follow in Athens Memory Garden, 5195 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA.
Public Viewing will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, please support the mission of UGA Black Alumni at www.gail.uga.edu/1961Club
Arrangements by Jackson-McWhorter Funeral Home. www.jacksonmcwhorterfuneralhome.com
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Barbara, Vonda, and Sandy, Mom and I were saddened to hear of the passing of our cousin, Mamie. We will never forget the hard work she put in, and the information she gathered for our family reunion booklet. We cherish that important and necessary historical timeline she provided us. May your hearts be filled with joyful memories of your mom now and forever. Love always, Wanda Shelton Cox
To the Hester Family: Mamie and I were friends and sorority sisters for many years. She lived her life, she had her day, for she was an AKA. I deeply mourn her passing. Prayerfully, Jean Lay Ragland
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Aunt Mamie was like a second mom to me. Loved her cooking and banana pudding. You will forever and always be in my heart and memories. Rest in heaven with the fantastic four💔😇
Barbara and Family, I was saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. I am sure she is rejoicing with Mr. Hester and other Family members. Please know that heaven has gained an Angel and you are to live the life on Earth that she wanted for all! Keeping all in Prayer, Michael W. Evans Sr. Williamsburg, Virginia
YOU HAVE MY CONDOLENCES
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