Chester passed away 11/13/25 around 3. Chris and Kate were by his side. Chester had been battling many ailments in his old age, and it was his time to go.

He lived 13 wonderful years, flew in an airplane, swam in both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans (and rivers and lakes in between), lived in three states, drove across the country, joined Kate on road trips down south, acquired a dog brother Hugo, and was surrounded throughout by loving people – especially Emily, my dad, Chris and Isabel.

Chester helped Kate weather some of the most difficult moments of her life and was present for the happiest milestones. He was her only constant amidst so much change. Saying we will miss him in all the moments still to come doesn’t quite capture the feeling of loss we feel.

Chester buddy, we’ll miss you and we love you. We hope grandpa greeted you with a big smile and a song ❤️