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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39 Condolence(s)
Heather McClung
Monday, June 10, 2024
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.
Berniece Jones
Thursday, May 23, 2024
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
Christi Martin
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
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
Ginny Faulkner (Virginia Mitchell)
Monday, May 13, 2024
I have fond memories of both Mr. and Mrs. Tester teaching at Plumerville High School. Thanks to Mr. Tester I finally understood algebra.
Benita Hunt Hickman
Monday, May 13, 2024
So sorry to hear about your loss. Blessings to all of your family!
Gena White
Monday, May 13, 2024
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.
Brenda Isbell
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
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.
Larry Cheatham
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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!
Shelly Reichard
Monday, May 6, 2024
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
Kenny Whillock
Sunday, May 5, 2024
One of the best men I've had the privilege of knowing. He will be remembered.
Steve Trawick
Sunday, May 5, 2024
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.
kimberly Tyler
Friday, May 3, 2024
So sorry for your loss.Prayers for your family.
Liz Bramlett
Friday, May 3, 2024
Mrs Tester and Karen so sorry for the loss of your loved one. You are in my prayers.
Kay Knight
Friday, May 3, 2024
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!
Diane Jackson
Friday, May 3, 2024
I am truly sorry for your loss. In my prayers.
Pam Bradford
Friday, May 3, 2024
Many prayers for the family!
Mark Gammill
Friday, May 3, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. We are praying for Wanda and the family.
Jean Underwood
Friday, May 3, 2024
So sorry to see this. Kent, I have a lot of respect for you and I am praying for you and your family.
Catherine Spicer
Friday, May 3, 2024
Wanda, and family.
May God bless you all with love and
beautiful memories.
Jeffrey Williams
Friday, May 3, 2024
Sorry for the loss of a good man …
Lori Meazle
Friday, May 3, 2024
I am so sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tom and Jo Beth Shaw
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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.
Rebecca Keeling Rushing
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Wanda, Kent and Karen I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.
Dewayne Huggins
Thursday, May 2, 2024
My deepest condolences for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you
Jim and Laudell Massengill
Thursday, May 2, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss.
Kirk and Debbie Pryor
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Kirk and I were sorry to hear of Mr. Tester’s passing. Praying for peace and comfort during this time.
Leszlie (Swartz) Hale
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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.
Sue Bradford Wallace
Thursday, May 2, 2024
My deepest condolences, love and prayers.
Stanley Mathis
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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
Reba Rooney
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Wanda sorry to hear about Kenton sending prayers
Jerel Brown
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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.
Diane Emerson Bills
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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.
Elaine Blair
Thursday, May 2, 2024
So sorry to hear about Kenton’s passing. I enjoyed many conversations with him. Prayers for the family.
Rickey Bonds
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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
Gary Harris
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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
Brice Smith
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Kent, please except or sincere condolences. Prayers for all.
Roxanne&Galen Bramlett
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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.
Emma Smiley
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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.
Lacey stevenson