Michael Paul Hester, 30, died April 30, 2010 at Barton County, Kansas. He was born February 21, 1980 at Hoisington, Kansas, the son of David, Sr. and Margaret (Zero) Hester. He worked for Don's Trash Service and Arby's, both of Great Bend. He was a Great Bend resident for ten years, coming from Hoisington. He was baptized in the Lutheran faith. Survivors include his parents, David, Sr. and Margaret Hester, Great Bend; one brother, David Hester, Jr., of the home; and aunts, uncles, and many cousins. Memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 8, 2010 at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Adam Wutka officiating. Inurnment will be at Fairview Cemetery, Galatia, Kansas. There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorials are requested to the Michael Paul Hester Funeral Expense Fund, in care of the funeral home.