Ginger Kay Hester

September 9, 1958 - September 13, 2012

September 9, 1958 - September 13, 2012   Ms. Hester, 54, of Guntersville, died Thursday at the Huntsville Hospital with congestive heart failure. Ginger loved the outdoors.  The lake brought so much serenity to her soul, especially watching the beautiful sunsets.  Going to the beach was also a big favorite. She was always full of "ginger", bursting with laughter, and smiling a big, happy smile.  Being with her friends and spending time with her family was a favorite. Ginger is survived by her mother, Kay Gilbert Hester; sister, Melody Hester Broome (Damon); brother, Martin Hester (Jackie); two nephews, Nicklaus and Ty Hester and a niece Sydney Hester.  She is also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Bill Hester and grandparents, Harold and Katy Gilbert, Bobby and Doris Sweetland. The memorial service will be Sunday, September 16, 2012 at 2:00 P.M. at the First United Methodist Church with visitation one hour prior to the service. The graveside funeral will be at the Ripley Cemetery, Athens, Alabama with Dr. Gregory Reese officiating.  Arrangements will be directed by Carr Funeral Home - Guntersville. Pallbearers are as follows:Charlie Bolding, Tony Denton, Dale Eidson, Chris Jackson,  Kevin Morrow, and Lorne Prince. Flowers accepted and donations to  the Ripley Cemetery Funds.