Steve Lester, 78, of Leesburg, FL, went to be with Jesus on Sunday, October 28, 2018. He was born January 30, 1940 in War Eagle, West Virginia to Clark Henderson and Ollie E. (Holderfield) Lester.
He was a resident of Leesburg, a proud member of The Fellowship Church and a Christian.
Steve proudly served our country for eight years as part of the U.S. Navy. He was an avid golfer and loved to service his community and church. All family members and friends adored him for his kind heart and humor.
He is survived by his beautiful wife, Edna Lester; daughter, Colleen Lester of Niagara Falls; son, Steve Lester of Niagara Falls, son, Robert “Bob” of Montrose, NY, and son, David Lester of Longwood, Florida; two daughters-in law, Monica Lester and Mary Lynn Lester; also, 14 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren; brothers, Eddie Lester and Rickie Lester; sister, Linda D’Antuono and best friend and running mate Tim Anderson.
A memorial service will be held in Steve’s honor at Beyers Funeral home, 1123 W. Main Street, Leesburg, Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. with a gathering of family and friends 1 hour prior from 4 to 5 p.m.