Richard B. Lester's Obituary
Decatur-Richard B. Lester, 63, of Decatur, went to be with the Lord while surrounded by his family Sunday evening, November 8, 2009 in his residence.
Richard was born on March 2, 1946 in Grove City, PA the son of Russell R. and Ella M. (Burton) Lester. He was a 1964 graduate of Evanston Twp. High School in Evanston, IL. Richard proudly served his country in the
U. S. Army from 1966 through 1972. He married Deborah White on August 14, 2004 in Decatur. Richard was an avid NASCAR fan, a die hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan, and he enjoyed all types of trains, especially electric trains.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife Deborah, son Richard and Dawnita Lester of Decatur three daughters; Rachelle McKay of Taylorville, IL, Kathi and Jason Westerfield of Decatur, and Jessica and Matt Jenkins of Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, step-son Michael White of Decatur, two sisters; Ruth Ann and Gene Myers of Knoxville, TN and Kathryn Lester of Columbus, OH, eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Memorial services to celebrate Richard’s life will be held 7:00 pm Friday, November 20, 2009 at GT Church, 500 South 27th Street, Decatur, IL 62521. Richard’s family will receive friends and family from 6 – 7:00 pm at the church. Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home is assisting his family with these arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to DMH Hospice. Online memories and condolences may be shared with Richard’s family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Richard will be reunited in Heaven with his parents.
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