Evelyn Kestner

The world bids farewell to Evelyn Kestner of Mount Dora, Florida, departing on March 2, 2026 at the age of 86. Evelyn leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Evelyn Kestner or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Daniel Riffle and Margaret Riffle (Vogle); her husband Floyd M. Gilbert "Gib" Kestner Jr.; and her siblings, Mildred Stiffler, Ruth Oakman, Adella Leasure, Mary Lou Burd, Jean McGraw and Robert Riffle.

She is survived by: her children, Michael G. Kestner (Sherry) of Pacifica, CA, Margie L. Gray (Jackie) of Roaring Gap, NC and Beth A. Trupiano of Mount Dora, FL; her grandchildren, Chandler Gray and TJ Adamson; and her sibling's children, Cathy and Timothy Adamson of Greensburg. She is also survived by many other nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins and friends.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 12th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Matthew X Merlin Funeral Home, Inc. (529 N Chestnut St, Derry, PA 15627). A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, March 13th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St Joseph Roman Catholic Church (125 S Ligonier St, Derry, PA 15627).