Obituary for Mary Kay Hester of Pinehurst

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Kay Hester, 53, of Pinehurst, North Carolina, on October 5, 2024 after a long hard battle with cancer.

Mary Kay was born on June 10th, 1971 to Susie and Samuel Thrasher in Louisville, Kentucky.

After Mary Kay graduated Jeffersonville high, she continued her education at Methodist University to receive a Bachelor’s degree. She worked at Gold’s Gym as the Manager and fitness instructor. She went on to work at Accurate Background as the Director of Operations. After retiring, Mary Kay spent her time gardening and spending more time with her family.

Mary Kay was a resilient, loving, and caring individual. She was known for her strong and fierce love for her family. Mary Kay always showed kindness to others no matter what the circumstance. Her favorite hobby was gardening, every house she lived in she would plant beautiful, colorful flowers all around her house and yard. She was truly blessed with the ability to make a home as lovely as it could be. Mary Kay’s favorite place to go was the beach, she enjoyed walking on the beach and taking in the atmosphere.

Mary Kay met the love of her life, Richard, in high school. They were married for 30 years and went on to have two children, Ian and Sarah.

She is survived by her husband Richard Hester; son, Ian Hester; daughter, Sarah Hester; and mother Susie Thrasher.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Solid Rock Community Church on Tuesday, 15 Oct from 6:00-8:00 PM. 

Online condolences may be made at www.bolesfuneralhome.com

Services entrusted to Boles Funeral Home of Pinehurst.