Mr. Chester Price

PRICE, Mr. Chester - Age 75, passed away Sunday, September 26, 2021 at his residence. Family hour 10:00 AM Saturday, October 2, 2021 at New Beginnings Ministries, (Outside) G-5227 Beecher Rd., with funeral service commencing at 11:00 AM Pastor Fred Lewis officiating. Interment Meadowview Memorial Gardens, 3136 N. State Rd., Davison, MI. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the church 10:00 AM Saturday. Mr. Price will lie in state in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 906 W. Flint Park Blvd., and may be viewed from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Friday. Chester Price began his sunrise on August 22, 1946. Born in Oxford, Mississippi, the third oldest child to Lillie Mae Westbrook and Bennie Price Sr. On September 26, 2021 God spoke “Well done my good and faithful servant…” and called his child Chester home for his reward. Chester, a.k.a. Dan, in his early childhood was grew up in Oxford, Mississippi and raised by a village that included his maternal grandmother Mary Buckner-Green. It was there the seeds were sewn that molded Chester into the remarkable God-fearing man we celebrate today. In 1962 Chester migrated to Flint, Michigan. He attended Flint Central High school and graduated in 1965. Soon after graduating Chester attended The University of Michigan and began his employment with General Motors/Fisher Body in Flint, Michigan. His employment was paused while he answered the call and served in the United States Army. From 1966 to 1972 Chester earned the rank of Specialist Fourth Class and honorably perform his duties as a Military Medic during the Vietnam War. Following his return to Flint, Michigan Chester resumed his job at General Motors. During his employment at General Motors Chester performed many duties including machine repair. Chester was a proud member of UAW Local 581 and retired from General Motors/Buick City of Flint, Michigan after 42 years of service. In 1976 Chester‘s world would change when he met, charmed and courted Charlean Jenkins. They begin their journey and were married on July 3, 1977 at Greater Holy Temple, C.O.G.I.C in Flint, Michigan. While making his way through this life, Chester ALWAYS had his hands in something. The phrase “He has never been one to let grass grow under his feet.” perfectly described Chester. Whether it was working on cars, taking pictures or fishing it was hard to find him not doing something. For many years Chester was an avid bowler and participated on many leagues throughout the city of Flint. He often bowled a perfect game and won many competitions. In addition to being an accomplished bowler, Chester was the coach for the bowling team of Flint Northern High School. He also was called upon to mentor other high school teams within Genesee county. Chester did not let grass grow under his feet or anyone else’s. He successfully operated Price’s Lawn Care Company for more than 30 years. He took pride in his work and it showed. Many weekends were spent enjoying sports, especially Sunday’s following church during family dinners. Along with football, NASCAR was a favorite of his. Chester’s love of travel led him to get on the open road to ride his “scooter”; Chester had a passion for motorcycling. He began trotting around town but soon graduated to attending round ups across the United States. He quickly earn the handle name “Joker” and was often the leader of the pack. His love for the open road recently expanded to RVing. Chester seem to be in his element traveling across the country admiring God‘s handiwork with his wife Charlean. As Chester maneuvered through this life there was a few things that were undeniable. First and foremost his faith and relationship with Christ. Chester accepted Christ at a young age and was never ashamed to tell the world. Chester was not only a hearer but a doer of God’s word. Chester has been a faithful member of New Beginnings Ministries for 24 years. During his membership Chester faithfully performed the work of the church which included: Bus Driver, Male Chorus Member, Trustee and Deacon. Because of his love of Christ, Chester was able to show and give love to countless others. Throughout the time God loaned Chester to us, he made a lasting impression on everyone he knew and/or met. Truly he never met a stranger! A conversation always led to him making a statement that would result in laughter. His witty personality and charming disposition blessed everyone. Chester had a wealth of knowledge and he loved sharing it. It would be an impossible task to find someone he did not make laugh or smile. Family always was a priority to Chester. He had often stood in the gap for nieces, nephews and cousins being whatever figure they needed him to be. Chester Price leaves to mourn memory: his devoted wife of 45 years, Charlean Price. Children Brian Price of Ore City, Texas; Kevin Price (Sherrese Harris) of Flint, Michigan, Kimberly Price of Flint, Michigan, Tasha Price-Ford (Brennett) of Lorton, Virginia; Jeremy (English) Price of El Paso, Texas; Jermaine Price of Flint, Michigan. In addition to the 6 children, Chester “acquired” Anita (Eric) Jones of Davison, Michigan and as said by Kevin 1 plus 30 other children. 14 grandchildren, Charnetta Price, Katrina Price, Nicholas Price, Traquez, Brishari, all of Flint, Michigan. Shakiyha of Houston, Texas. J-Cole Price of El Paso, Texas. Arcieri and Erik Jr. Lowe, Ashley, Alyssa and Brennett Jr. Ford of Lorton, Virginia. Taylor and Johnathan Jones of Davison, Michigan; 7 great-grandchildren children. Alayah Price, Ziairre, Jaheleel, Rashamere, Masi and Kaline all of Flint, Michigan and Micah Ford of Lorton, Virginia. Sister Velver(Ray) Henry and Bennie Price Jr. both of Flint, Michigan and George (Willie Mae) Jones of Oxford, MS; mother-in-law, Buelah Gales of Memphis, Tennessee; god-children Tim, Vanetta and Monterreca; special cousin, Davore of Mississippi; and special friend, John Kelly; as well as a host of relatives. Chester was preceded in death by his parents, Bennie Price Sr. and Lillie Mae Westbrook; grandparents, Mary Buckner-Green and William Westbrook; sisters, Anna Nicks, Gladys Shaw and Julia Jones; aunts, Lorraine Blake, Martha Jones and Lovene Moody; uncles, Willie Preston, Eddie B., Wade and Henry Westbrook; also a host of nieces, nephews and 1st, 2nd and 3rd cousins. The family would like to extend a sincere appreciation to Dr. Peddireddy and the staff of Hurley Medical Center and Henry Ford Hospital

Mr. Chester Price

August 22, 1946 - September 26, 2021