J. C. (Carl) Nester 82, passed away August 19, 2015. He was a native of De Kalb, Mississippi. He was preceded in death by his parents, Geneva Nester Alexander and Judson K. Nester; 2 sisters: Linda Lindsey , Jewel McAdory and a brother, John Nester. After completing his US Naval service aboard the USS DeHaven , he became employed by National Trucking Co/Commercial Carriers (Ryder Systems). He worked as a new car hauler for 40 years and enjoyed each day of his employment. He was a member of West Normandy Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife and best friend of 59 years, Myrtice Harris Nester, 1 daughter Nancy (John) Stack, 1 son James Nester; 4 grandchildren: Jordan Nester, Logan Nester, Brittany Stack and Aubree Stack; 1 great grandchild Riley and one brother Jimmy; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday, August 21, 2015 6-8 PM at Town and Country Funeral Home. Funeral service will be Saturday August 22 11:00 AM West Normandy Baptist Church 8728 Normandy Blvd. with interment to follow at Riverside Memorial Park.