He is survived by his step-daughter, Patsy Profitt Cornell, of Syracuse, six step-grandchildren, Crystal Durpee, Mark Proffitt, Carrie Proffitt, Jennifer (Warren) Burns, Kimberly (Greg) Huber, and Joe (Rachel) Cornell, eight step-great-grandchildren. One brother Earl Kesterson of Wilmington, Ohio, and numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
In addition to his parents, Roy is preceded in death by his wife, Ruth V. Kesterson, whom he married on December 9, 1985 in Kentucky. A step-son, James Proffitt, brother, Marion L. Kesterson, and a sister, Phyllis Turner.
Graveside funeral services will be held on Friday, September 25, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in the Meigs Memory Gardens with Pastor James Kesee officiating. Full military rights will be provide by the Drew-Webster Post #39 of Pomeroy. The Cremeens-King Funeral Home, of Pomeroy have been entrusted with
Roy’s arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.cremeensfuneralhomes.com