Lynn Sestina
August 25, 2015
Lynn Michael Sestina, 67, passed away unexpectedly on August 25, 2015. A graveside service will be held Friday, August 28, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Glendale Cemetery. Family will greet friends later in the day from 4 to 6 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, IA.
Lynn was born on November 23, 1947 in Minneapolis, MN. He worked for the DOT in Osceola, and then in Ames as part of the bridge inspection team until retirement in 2010. He most recently drove a school bus for the Johnston School District. Lynn was a man of many gifts and talents, with a kind and selfless heart. He was always helping someone with a project whether it be his neighbors, his children, or building something like a gazebo or koi pond for the family home. Lynn also enjoyed hunting and most recently, spending time at their home in Arizona.
He will be greatly missed by his wife Rebecca; children, Adam (Christine) Sestina, Erin (Patrick) Sestina-Loebach, and Jeff Sestina; his grandchildren, Isabella, Alexander, Nichole and Sam; his beloved four legged children, Baby and Taz; and many other family members and friends.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Condolences may be expressed online at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Liz
09/03/2015
I'm so sad to have come across this news, my deepest sympathy to your family. Lynn was a wonderful person.
With love, Liz
Missi Bassett
09/01/2015
I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in our prayers.
Frank and Dianne Riley
08/29/2015
Becky and family, We were so sorry to read about Lynn in the paper. We pray for God's loving arms to gather you in and give you strength and peace. Your wonderful memories will help to keep you going in the weeks and months ahead. We did not know you had a home in AZ. We are at Florence in the winter time. Please know we are thinking of you and saying prayers for all of you.
Cheryl Dowden-Parrott
08/28/2015
Becky, Erin, Adam and families. I wish I had a magic wand that would take away the hurt in your heart. That hurt symbolizes the amount of love Lynn filled in your lives. He was a great Dad, Grandfather, Best Friend, Soul Mate, and Husband. May memories fill the hole in your heart. God Bless.
Diana (Gray) Smith
08/28/2015
Becky and family, you all are in my thoughts and prayers. I remember in Art class you talking about getting married to this wonderful man of yours, I will never forget that conversation. There will be a day you will be together again.
Joe and Ruth Ann Loebach
08/28/2015
Becky, Erin, And family: We were shocked to hear this news. Sorry we can't be with you today, but Joe is not up for it medically. Our challenges seem minor compared to yours. We will keep you all in our prayers in the days ahead. God bless.
Patty Harvey
08/28/2015
So sad to hear of this news. Keeping you and the family in my prayers and thoughts.
Cheryll Schell
08/28/2015
So sorry for your loss, I knew Lynn from when he worked at the DOT in Ames. What truly nice person he was to work with.
Jean (Harvey) Roberts
08/27/2015
Becky and family, Sending my love and condolences to all of you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Penny (Reynolds) Strough
08/27/2015
Becky, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Beckey (LaPlaunt) McGill
08/27/2015
Becky, I am so sorry for your loss my heart goes out to you and your family, we will keep you all in our prayers.