Norman Wayne “Butch” Nester, age 74, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 5:01 AM – Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Helia Healthcare of Newton.  Norman, better known by his family and friends as “Butch” was born on March 7, 1947, in Watseka, Illinois, the son of Jack and Norma Maxine (Carpenter) Nester.

Norman was an over the road truck driver for many years.

He is survived by his sons, Troy Nester (Crystal McKenzie) of Willow Hill, Illinois and Monty (Rebekah) Nester of Newton, Illinois; several grandchildren, great grandchildren;  brothers and sisters also survive.

Norman was preceded in death by his parents and a son Craig Nester.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM (Noon) Saturday, January 15, 2022, at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois.  Burial will be in the Tate Cemetery west of Bogota, Illinois. 

Meyer Funeral Home, Newton, IL – January 11, 2022