Leicester: At age 85, Esther passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 18, 2019 with her family by her side. She was born in Perry, NY to the late Ervin and Caroline Frederick. Esther was predeceased by her 1st Husband; James Dukelow (Carol), her 2nd husband; Gene A. Chichester Sr., her daughter; Rose Schaub (Dave), her brother; Charles Frederick, her grandson; Daniel Stein (Misty). Survived by her children; Shirley (Keith) Stein of Mill Hall PA, Keith Chichester of TN, Gene (Kelly) Chichester Jr. of Hemlock, NY, her grandchildren; Matthew Stein, Christopher (Katrina) Stein, James Stein, Michael Cornwell, Laura Cornwell, Jenna Chichester, Amber Chichester, Amanda Chichester, Sarah Chichester, Erica Chichester, Nathan Chichester, and her great-grandchildren; Claire, Ayla, Lara, Nora, Madison, Weston, Tesea, and Brianna.
Esther enjoyed helping others as she was a caring and compassionate person. She loved to visit the Pancake House in Angelica, Red Lobster, Sunday afternoon matinee with her dear friends. Esther never forgot anyone’s birthday or anniversary and always acknowledged special holidays. Her greatest love was spending time with her dearest friends and family. “Esther from Leicester” will be greatly missed by all.
Family and Friends are welcome to come and share memories on Monday, April 22, 2019 from 3-6PM with her funeral service immediately following at 6PM at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia. Interment will take place on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 10 AM at the Leicester Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to: NYS Sheriff’s Association (Sheriff’s Camp), https://www.sheriffsinstitute.org/summer-camp/overview or the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org. To share a memory or a condolence please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Mike and Laura, I’m so sorry for your loss! I got to know her when she worked in the cafeteria at GCS. And later when again when I meet you and your mom. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family!
Sorry Gene for your loss. My prayers are with your family.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Sorry for the families loss.
Esther was a very nice lady. Esther was very warming with a smile on her all the time and always knew how to lighten a room. I knew her late Husband Gene Sr and they were both very happy to be around….A wonderful lady will be missed!
My condolences to the Chichester family on the passing of Esther. She was a wonderful lady.
so sorry to hear about Esther’s passing. Praying for all her family and friends. She was always a very sweet Lady..
Dear Gene and Kelly,
Please accept my sincere sympathy and take comfort in that your Mom is at peace. I’m sure she appreciated your constant presence at her side during these last few months. God Bless you and condolences to your family.
Much love,