of Clinton, AR
November 5, 1931 - May 2, 2024
Kenton Curtis Tester, 92, of Clinton, Arkansas passed away May 2, 2024. He was born on November 5, 1931 to the late Roy and Ethel Tester in Copeland, Arkansas. Kenton was a longtime member of Clinton Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Keith Tester, Roy Tester; sisters, Shirley Henderson, Juanita Williams, Helen Cheatham and sister and brother-in- laws, Peggy Nan and James R. Bates.
Kenton was a retired coach, teacher and superintendent. Some may remember him as ''Yogi'' (for Yogi Berra), a name he acquired at ASTC (now UCA), Conway, Arkansas. After college, he played some professional baseball.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Wanda Lee (Gilmore) Tester of the home; children, Karen Tester, Kent Tester and wife, Kelly all from Clinton, Arkansas; three grandchildren, Nicholas, Colson, Zoe and three great-grandchildren; sister, Marjorie Malone of Harrison, Arkansas; two sisters in law, Opal Tester of Clinton, Arkansas, Rosemary Williams of Conway, Arkansas and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Burial will be at Hunter-Hill Cemetery in Clinton, Arkansas under the care and direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home.
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Karen-
Praying for you. Your Daddy was so blessed to have you, no doubt he knew it to. Prayers for all of Mr Tester’s family.
Wanda, I am sorry for your loss . You were always my inspiration. Young girls remember when their School teachers view them special and you did that for me.I will always have a very warm place in my heart for you. Stay well and be happy. Berniece Jones
Mr Kenton was a gem! I always looked forward to seeing him and Mrs Wanda when we hosted mom's class reunions. He was one of those people who seemed to love life no matter what and made those around him love it too. I know he is missed
I have fond memories of both Mr. and Mrs. Tester teaching at Plumerville High School. Thanks to Mr. Tester I finally understood algebra.
So sorry to hear about your loss. Blessings to all of your family!
Karen,
My heart breaks with you at the loss of your father, Kenton. Those we have held in our arms for a little while, we hold in our hearts forever.
I am so sorry to discover that Kenton has passed. I will always remember his smile and his positive, happy disposition. I know he will be dearly missed. I am praying for peace and strength for Wanda and each family member. I care.
Uncle Kenton was a wonderful uncle to the dozen nieces and nephews on the Tester-side of the family. He was a Type A personality - when there was work to be done on the farm we worked; and when the time for play came, he played hard with us. Wonderful memories!
May you know Mr. Tester left his inspiring and positive mark in the community through the schools and church. He's remembered with love. I pray for all of his loved ones to have peace in this time of loss. May God Bless you all
One of the best men I've had the privilege of knowing. He will be remembered.
I was so sorry to learn of Kenton's passing. He was my neighbor when I first moved to Clinton, later my coach in American Legion baseball, also a Bible study teacher, and always a great mentor of mine. My heartfelt and sincerest condolences to Wanda, Karen, Kent and all the family. He will be greatly missed.
So sorry for your loss.Prayers for your family.
Mrs Tester and Karen so sorry for the loss of your loved one. You are in my prayers.
Wanda and family I’m so very sorry for the loss of your loved one. I pray you can take comfort in know you will see him in heaven! Prayers for your peace of mind and heat!
I am truly sorry for your loss. In my prayers.
Many prayers for the family!
I am so sorry for your loss. We are praying for Wanda and the family.
So sorry to see this. Kent, I have a lot of respect for you and I am praying for you and your family.
Wanda, and family.
May God bless you all with love and
beautiful memories.
Sorry for the loss of a good man …
I am so sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
PTL Kenton is with the Lord Jesus. May the Lord give y’all grace,mercy and peace at this time. We will be praying for y’all. Love in the Lord.
Wanda, Kent and Karen I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.
My deepest condolences for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you
We are so sorry for your loss.
Kirk and I were sorry to hear of Mr. Tester’s passing. Praying for peace and comfort during this time.
I will truly miss Mr. Kenton. He had a contagious smile. We calked him Mr. T at times which he liked. It was a privilege and my honor to care for him when he was at Ozark Health Nursing Center.
My deepest condolences, love and prayers.
Wanda, Karen, Kent and family
We are truly saddened about Kenton's passing. He will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mathis family
Wanda sorry to hear about Kenton sending prayers
So sorry to hear the sad news of Kenton’s passing. He gave me my first job after college. Coaching and teaching at Alread. Great memories.
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincerest condolences. Mr. Tester was a good man and was always fair. I was honored to be a part of his leadership as a teenager.
So sorry to hear about Kenton’s passing. I enjoyed many conversations with him. Prayers for the family.
My sincerest condolences to the Tester family. Mr. Kenton was always had such a warm and special smile - always a joy to visit with him. May God bless you all and your memories of your lived one give you peace and consolation. Rickey Bonds
To Wanda and family, I’m so sorry to the passing of a wonderful teacher and a great man. Please accept our condolences and God bless you all
Kent, please except or sincere condolences. Prayers for all.
Karen
We are so very sorry for your tremendous loss. I know how much he meant to you and how much you have done taking such good care of him. You are a special lady to have done all that was done for him. He knows that too.
If we can do anything please let us know. You are very special to us.
Keeping y’all in my Prayers.
Wanda, Karen, Kent & family,
My sincere condolence to you all. Mr. Tester was a wonderful teacher and mentor. He will truly be missed. My prayers are with you.