George 'Pokey' Chester, Jr. Life and Legacy

George Chester, Jr., was born in Palatka, FL as the 2nd son to George Chester, Sr. and Dorothy Louise Trumpler Chester Wednesday, May 11, 1955. After the death of his mother, Pokey at age 7 was raised by his grandparents Sammie Lee Williams (Mossey) and Annie Lee Williams (MaDear).

Pokey graduated from Palatka South High School in 1973. During his youth, he was a member of Calvary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. R.L. Wilson and Rev. F.T. Demps. Upon returning to Palatka in 2014, he later joined New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist under the leadership of Rev. Terrance Chester. He was a believer of Jesus Christ and loved attending worship services.

Upon graduating from high school, he joined the United States Air Force where he served as an Aero Space Mechanical Technician for over 10 years.

Pokey thoroughly enjoyed reading, playing golfing, and relaxing in the comfort of his home watching various sports' programs-football, soccer, golf, basketball, boxing. You name it he watched it.

He was proceeded in death by his father and mother, George and Dorothy Chester.

He leaves to cherish his memory, the caring mother of his children, Masako Arakaki of Naha, Okinawa. His WonderfulChildren: Jorge Arakaki (Sonia) of Hutto, TX; Joyful Pulliam (Charles) of Oxnard, CA, Joel Chester (Chigusa) of Okinawa City, Okinawa. His charming Brothers: Leon Chester of Atlanta, GA; Rev. Terrance Chester (Dorothea) of Palatka, FL; Wendell Chester of Jacksonville, FL. Grateful Sisters: Camelia 'Cooki' Chester of Houston, TX; Zorana 'Tiger' Milton (Cornelous) ofMiramar, FL; Delightful Grandkids: Lilah Arakaki, Takao Arakaki, Megumi Arakaki, Hayato Arakaki, A'niya Mullins, Chelsea Chester, Olivia Chester. Caring Uncles: Sammie L. Williams of Houston, TX; James Williams (Lucille) of Clarksville, TN; Jackie Williams of Palatka, FL; Donald Williams (Aronell) of McAllen, TX; Nick Chester (Veronica) of Miami, FL. His Blessed Aunts: Pearlie Ruth, Goldie Vickers Morris (Jimmy) of Palatka, FL; Mary Hayes of Newark, OH;Evelyn Johnson of Palatka, FL. His 'Bestie' Evangelist Patsy Lherisson- cousin. A host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. George 'Pokey' Chester, Jr will always live in our hearts.

Viewing & Visitation (Thursday) 9am to 10am August 22nd @ New Mount Zion Baptist Church Photos · 2401 Lundy Rd. Palatka, FL 32177

Celebration Of Life (Thursday) 10am
August 22nd @ New Mount Zion Baptist Church Photos · 2401 Lundy Rd. Palatka, FL 32177

Interment: Jacksonville National Cemetery
4083 Lannie Road Jacksonville, FL 32218.

Signature services are entrusted to:

D.A. Boyd & Sons Funeral Home

924 Reid St, Palatka FL 32177