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Philip Lee Lester, 90
October 20, 2024
Philip Lee Lester, 90, passed away peacefully, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Lexington after a short illness.
Born March 3, 1934, in Louisville, he was the son of Philip and Catherine Lester. He graduated from Lafayette High school in 1952. Shortly thereafter, he entered the U.S. Navy. After serving his country, he returned and began a career as a tool and die maker, and later supervisor for Texas Instruments in Versailles. During his time there he was awarded a U.S. Patent. He was a talented craftsman. Woodworking, model railroading, and piano tuning/repair were all things he did well. He loved travel, camping, car racing, and music. He played piano and other instruments and was a longtime member of the Lexington Singers. He enjoyed theater, dancing, and was often the life of the party. His laughter was infectious, and he never met a stranger. He was interested in history, and in particular, aircraft used during WWII. He was proud that he learned to fly. For many years he and his wife wintered in Titusville, Fla. where they enjoyed watching NASA launches.
Survivors include his wife, Jane Breiner Lester, formerly of Mt. Sterling; sister, Vicki Lester Beyrodt; children, Judy (Joe) Richardson, David (Linda) Lester, Philip (Candy) Lester; grandchildren, Reese Richardson, Graham Richardson, Jillian Kelly, Kristin Lester, David Lester, Dalton Brown, Camilla Kluesner and Kala Brown; 10 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and many cherished friends.
Funeral Mass was conducted Tuesday, Sept. 17, at Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Lexington with Father Miguel Alvizures officiating. A loving reflection on his life was given by his son-in-law, Dr. Joe Richardson. Burial was in St. Thomas Catholic Cemetery in Mt. Sterling with full military honors. Deacon Ron Allen provided the graveside prayers and performed the internment ceremony.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church or the National Veterans Foundation.
Born March 3, 1934, in Louisville, he was the son of Philip and Catherine Lester. He graduated from Lafayette High school in 1952. Shortly thereafter, he entered the U.S. Navy. After serving his country, he returned and began a career as a tool and die maker, and later supervisor for Texas Instruments in Versailles. During his time there he was awarded a U.S. Patent. He was a talented craftsman. Woodworking, model railroading, and piano tuning/repair were all things he did well. He loved travel, camping, car racing, and music. He played piano and other instruments and was a longtime member of the Lexington Singers. He enjoyed theater, dancing, and was often the life of the party. His laughter was infectious, and he never met a stranger. He was interested in history, and in particular, aircraft used during WWII. He was proud that he learned to fly. For many years he and his wife wintered in Titusville, Fla. where they enjoyed watching NASA launches.
Survivors include his wife, Jane Breiner Lester, formerly of Mt. Sterling; sister, Vicki Lester Beyrodt; children, Judy (Joe) Richardson, David (Linda) Lester, Philip (Candy) Lester; grandchildren, Reese Richardson, Graham Richardson, Jillian Kelly, Kristin Lester, David Lester, Dalton Brown, Camilla Kluesner and Kala Brown; 10 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and many cherished friends.
Funeral Mass was conducted Tuesday, Sept. 17, at Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Lexington with Father Miguel Alvizures officiating. A loving reflection on his life was given by his son-in-law, Dr. Joe Richardson. Burial was in St. Thomas Catholic Cemetery in Mt. Sterling with full military honors. Deacon Ron Allen provided the graveside prayers and performed the internment ceremony.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church or the National Veterans Foundation.
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