Thomas Edward Jester, Jr., 80, passed away January 3, 2023. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 12, at Passantino Bros. Funeral Home.

Tom was born June 28, 1942, in Kansas City, MO, to the late Thomas Edward Jester, Sr., and Marianna Irene (Cottitta) Jester. He worked as a roofer in his younger days and later did car detailing. He never walked past a vending machine or payphone without checking them for coins. He received his GED later in life and was so very proud of his accomplishment. He enjoyed listening to Elvis Presley, but above all, he adored his daughters very much and loved watching their families grow.

Along with his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his siblings: Sandy Haughenberry, Cheryl Johnson, and Nick Jester. He is survived by his daughters: Edie Baird (Johnathon Baird), Linda Duncan, and Ann Willis; his grandchildren: Daylon Duncan, Christian Baird, Kelsi Baird, Kayla McCormack, and Morgan McCormack; and great-granddaughter Harper Duncan.

Tom always said "later" and never "goodbye". He will be deeply missed until we see him again.

Condolences may be offered at www.passantinobros.com