Edward Herman Koester

Edward Herman Koester died May 10, 2008 at Mountain View Manor in Prescott, Arizona.  He was born January 12, 1924 in Cissna Park, Illinois; the son of Johann and Carolina (Seggebruch) Koester.  Edward was 84 years old. Edward married the love of his life, Phyllis Arlene Althaus on August 19, 1944.  He enjoyed woodworking, camping and was a member of both Shepherd of the Hills and St. Lukes Lutheran Churches.  Edward was most proud of his family and he will be missed dearly. Edward is survived by his wife, Phyllis of 63 years, son Mark (Carma) Koester of Prescott, AZ., grandchildren; David, Michael, and Glenn, great-grandchildren; Zachary, Ryan, Thomas, Amanda, and Houston, sister Elenore Eggert and son-in-law Thomas Hughes. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Constance Hughes, grandson Scott, brothers; John and Albert Koester, sisters; Amanda Schleef, Esther Minderman, and Marie Koester.