Judith Louise (Guntrum) Kestner, 78, of Saltsburg, passed away Friday, August 15, 2025, in her residence.

A daughter of the late Raymond Guntrum and Rose (Burlando) Guntrum, she was born November 24, 1946, in New Kensington, PA.

Judith was a retired cook, having worked for the Bonfire Restaurant in Allegheny Township for over 20 years.  She was a former member of Calvary United Presbyterian Church of Leechburg.  Judith loved watching wrestling, movies on the SYFY channel, and Pittsburgh Steeler games.  She also was known as a lover of all animals.  Her favorite pastime above everything else was spending time with her family and friends.

She is survived by three children, Lisa L. Ritchie (Randy) of Gilpin Township, Kenneth W. Kestner Jr. of Canonsburg, and Lori L. Rich of Leechburg; seven grandchildren (who affectionately called her "G-Ma”); three great-grandchildren; and a close companion, Joseph Zaffuto.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth W. Kestner, Sr.; an infant sister, Beverly, and a sister, Shirley Coleman Cader.

Friends will be welcomed by her family on Thursday, August 21, 2025, from 2-5 p.m. at the Clawson Funeral & Cremation Center, 170 Main St., Leechburg, 724-842-1051.  A memorial service will immediately follow in the funeral home at 5 p.m. with Rev. James V. Arter III officiating.  Private interment will be held at Brookland Cemetery in Allegheny Township.