Lesley Simns

Jester

Lesley Simns Jester, 87, of Rock Hall passed away peacefully on November 11, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.

Lesley was born on August 4, 1939 in Millington to the late William L. and Esther Porter Simns. She was a lifelong resident of Kent County, graduating from Rock Hall High School. In 1957 she married the love of her life Richard ‘Frank’ Jester and together they built a life in Rock Hall, raised two daughters and would enjoy a wonderful 69 years together. A true testament of love and commitment.

She started her career working for the Kent County Public Schools as a teachers aide at Rock Hall Elementary. Later she went to work for the Kent County Department of Social Services in Chestertown, retiring as an Executive Secretary. While she enjoyed her work, her time spent with family is what she truly cherished. She was a proud wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved making quilts for everyone and traveling on cruise ships and exploring the world with family and friends. She especially enjoyed her lunch dates with her oldest friends, they always took time to catch up and enjoy each other's company.

Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by 4 siblings, Robert Jones, Nancy Brady, William Simns and Darlene Freeman.

Lesley is survived by her loving husband of over 69 years, Richard ‘Frank’ Jester, daughters Leah Plato of Rock Hall, and Loretta Larrimore (Tom) of Galena; grandchildren Robert Kelley Jr. (Corey), Frank Kelley (Heather), Katie Shajwani (Nick), Kelsey Larrimore and Kendall Larrimore; 9 great-grandchildren, and two special friends: lifelong friend Barbara Downes and her longtime loving caregiver Maureen Hynson.

A graveside service will be held on November 20 at 11 AM in Wesley Chapel Cemetery, Rock Hall, MD.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Compass Regional Hospice, 160 Coursevall Dr., Centreville, MD 21617.