Robert Dewey Tester

June 11, 1936 - November 14, 2014

Robert Dewey Tester Robert Dewey Tester, 78, of Bristol, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 14, 2014. He was born in Limestone, TN, a son of the late Elgin Tester and Vanema Tilson. He was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Raymond and Larry; and sisters, Ruth Barker and Thelma Canter. Robert is survived by his wife of 58 years, Betty Clark Tester; three sons, Charles Anthony "Andy" Tester of Bristol, TN, Robert "Bobby" Tester, Jr. and wife Kay of Bristol, VA, and Richard Tester and wife Janice of Blountville, TN; one daughter, Terry Stamey and husband Randy; brothers, Tommy Tester and wife Linda of Bristol, VA and Johnny Tester and wife Sandy of Bristol, VA; sisters, Linda Harlow and husband Gary of Blountville, TN and Dica Rachel and husband Bobby of Bristol, VA; 12 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Dr. Thomas Townsend and his staff and the staff at Wellmont Hospice House. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, November 17, 2014 at Gospel Baptist Church, 7356 Reedy Creek Rd., Bristol, VA. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting www.BlevinsCares.com. Mr. Tester and his family are in the care of Blevins Funeral & Cremation Services. (276) 669-6141.