Clarice Elizabeth Cook Jestice went to be with our Lord on Thursday, May 16, 2024, in Dearborn, at the age of 84. She was born December 9, 1939, to the late Clarence and the late Eloise Cook. Dearest sister of the late Carlton and the late Clarence (Martha). Beloved wife of the late Charles Edward Jestice. Loving momma of Karen Hill (Steve), Kim Jestice (John), Kelly Fry (David) and four step-children. Proud Grandmomma of 15 grandchildren. Loving great Grandmomma of 12 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her precious dog Angel.

Clarice grew up in the small town of Arlington, Georgia. She graduated from Arlington High School at age 16 where she was a star basketball player, member of the Beta Club, Future Farmers of America Sweetheart, class officer and Miss Arlington High School. Clarice attended Florida State University. At FSU, she was a member of Phi Mu Sorority, the FSU Flying High Circus and Intramural All-Star basketball, softball, and volleyball teams. She was also a candidate for FSU Homecoming Queen. She came to Michigan in 1959. Clarice taught 12 years in Westwood Community Schools and received her Masters Degree in Education from the University of Michigan. Clarice enjoyed family, friends, reading, swimming, needlework, gardening, and traveling, both in the U.S. and internationally, with her husband Charlie.

Her Christian faith was the foundation of her life and she was always a contributing member in her church. She was loved by everyone and will be missed beyond words. See you in heaven, Momma!

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Their website is t2t.org.

Visitation will be Sunday, May 19, from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Howe - Peterson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Dearborn, 22546 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, Michigan 48124, 313-561-1500.

Family and friends will gather on Wednesday, May 22, at 9:30 am until a 10:00 am service at Dearborn Free Methodist Church, 2801 S. Telegraph Rd, Dearborn, MI 48124.

A luncheon will be served in honor of Clarice following the service at Park Place in Dearborn, 23400 Park St, Dearborn, MI 48124.