Walter Jestings Obituary

Walter Jestings Obituary - Roswell, GA

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Walter James Jestings passed away peacefully, embraced by loved ones and surrounded by music, on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the age of 92.

Early Life and Family

Born on February 3, 1933, to Charles Stewart Jestings Sr. and Christie Gertrude Jestings, Walter's birthplace, Newport, Rhode Island, remains a treasured place for his family.

Family and Loved Ones

Children: Jeff Jestings, Joanna Phillips (Dan Phillips), April Brown (late Kevin Brown)
Grandchildren: Madison Collins (John Collins), Alexandria Brown, Dezmond Brown, Luke Phillips
Great-grandchildren: Walter Collins, Ollie Collins, Cormac Collins (affectionately called Grandpa Wallet and Popqua)
Numerous nieces and nephews in Newport and beyond

Education and Career

Walter graduated at the top of his class from the University of Rhode Island. He pursued a career in civil engineering and bridge design, culminating as Chief of the Bridge Bureau.

Walter’s employers and colleagues recognized him as fair, respectful, and possessing an unparalleled work ethic.

Personal Life

He was happily married to his hometown sweetheart, Sallye Ann Kendall, for 47 years until her passing in 1996. Together, they lived in Newport, RI, Columbus, OH, and later Atlanta, GA.

Summary: Walter Jestings led a distinguished life marked by dedication to family, a respected career in engineering, and deep roots in his cherished hometown of Newport.

Dignity Memorial — 2025-11-02