Mr. James Charles Kestle

March 3, 1950 - April 18, 2020

James Charles Kestle, age 70 was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Saturday April 18, 2020 while lovingly being cared for at the Dove House and his wife at his side. Born March 3, 1950. He was the son of the late Victor Phillips Kestle and Laura Moulton Kestle. He was the devoted husband of 41 years to Rosemary Kestle. In addition to his wife are sons Damien Kestle and Michael Kestle, grandchildren Leo and Ashley. He is also survived by his sister Mary Anne Karmann and her husband Ted Karmann. The Lord had blessed Jim with the gift of music. As an Oboist, Jim performed at Carnegie Hall with the American Youth Performs at the age of 18. He attended the University of Maryland and also the Peabody Conservatory of Music. He would go on to become a bass player for numerous well known local bands which included Cindy and the Censations, Bob Brady and the Concords, Coyote, Dan Patch, Paper Cup and Rosco. He also toured with Dion DiMucci and the Sweetheart Band. He was awarded the official citation of Special Recognition into the Maryland Entertainment Hall of Fame. Later he became a Mortgage Underwriter. In 1997 Jim committed his life to Christ and used his gift of music to praise God and serve in his church. He was a sweet, kind, gentle soul who always had a song playing in his head. He touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed. Due to the current Covid-19 restrictions, a Celebration of his life will be held hopefully in the summer. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to the Dove House, 292 Stoner Ave, Westminster, MD 21157.