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1929 - 2008
 James Milton Lester Sr., 78, of South Point, Ohio passed away Sunday March 2, 2008 in the Hospice House of Huntington. He was born April 15, 1929 in Lawrence County, Ohio, son of the late King James Lester and Olive Freeman Lester. He is survived by his wife Carolyn Sue Dillon Lester; two sons James Milton Lester Jr. and wife of Jeanette of Holt, Florida, and James Douglas Lester and wife Jennifer of Crown City, Ohio; two daughters Kelley Maynard and fiancé Greg Johnson of Crown City, Ohio, and Melissa Dillon and husband Kevin of Proctorville, Ohio; beloved grandchildren, Joey, Kara, Katie, Megan, Jake, Hannah, and Haley; three brothers Lowel Lester and wife June of Sonora, California, Gilbert Lester and wife Sally of Proctorville, Ohio and Cecil Lester and wife Janet of Allen, KY; sister Ruth Clark and husband Tom of Knoxville, TN; best buddy Norman Taylor of Huntington, WV; sisters and brothers-in-law Gary and Lynn Michael, Dan and Kay Dillon, Kathy and Sam Johnson, Betty and Greg Cook, and Jennifer Tanner; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and church family. Jim was a 1947 graduate of South Point High School, where he loved to play football, selected as Captain, All County Team, and known to his teammates as Klondike. He was the owner of Jim Lester Carpets. His greatest enjoyment the past few years was watching his grandchildren play basketball in the youth leagues. He was very proud of them. Also he was Duke Basketballs #1 fan. This earth will be a lesser place without him, but Heaven is rejoicing with their newest angel. Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday March 6, 2008 at Hall Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Dickerson and Rev. George Holley officiating. Burial will follow in Miller Memorial Gardens Miller, Ohio. Visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday March 5, 2008 at Hall Funeral Home Proctorville, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Huntington. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall. |
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There are currently 32 condolences.
luther white and family
Monday March 31, 2008 at
5:36 PM
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you are in our thought and prayers at this time . anything we can do let us know.love you all
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Charla Sites Hardy
Sunday March 9, 2008 at
2:14 PM
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Milt and Jeanette, Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. May it comfort you to know many caring thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
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Lynda (Fletcher) Richwine
Saturday March 8, 2008 at
8:58 AM
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Milton, Jeanette, Joey, Kara and Sue,
We were so sorry to learn of the passing of Uncle Jim. He was always so full of fun and laughter that it is hard to grasp that he is gone. Our love and prayers are with you all as you go through this difficult time. May you feel the comfort of our Lord and the support of His strong arm.
Charles & Lynda (Fletcher) Richwine
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valerie brewer dow
craftygirl2142yahoo.com
Thursday March 6, 2008 at
7:57 PM
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to sally and glibert with deepest sympathy betty brewer and valerie brewer dow
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Martha J. (Bice) Martin
marthajmartin@yahoo.com
Thursday March 6, 2008 at
5:33 PM
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Sue,
I am so sorry to see that you lost a great friend and husband.
My dad (Leo Martin) and I were at the funeral home Wednesday evening but there were so many people, we never got a chance to talk to you.
Jim was a wonderful person, who meant so much to me and my family. The kids are grown up now but have never forgotten his kindess he always showed them.
When Vernon, my late husband, would go to Jim's store and talk, and talk, and talk... Jim would never forget about our kids and always found something fun for them to do. They have talked about how much fun it was to go to "Uncle Jim's" store.
Jim loved eveyone, esp. kids. I will remember him as one of the most remarkable person I ever met. We will miss him a lot.
Vernon used to drive the truck to Macon Ga with Jim to get carpet.
Vernon never went anywhere in his life and Jim took him to Cracker Barrell and places Vernon had never heard about. He would come home like a kid, talking about new places Jim took him. What a blessing he was!
You and your family will be in my prayers. I hope to see you soon.
Martha
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Dave and Judy Lester
Thursday March 6, 2008 at
11:51 AM
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Sue, Milton and Family,
You are in our daily prayers. May our dear Lord give you peace and comfort and a return to happiness.
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Melissa Callicoat (Missie Crank)
Thursday March 6, 2008 at
10:28 AM
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Jamie and family, So Sorry for your loss, he was a nice man who will be missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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Philip & Linda Fletcher
Thursday March 6, 2008 at
10:24 AM
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Dear family and friends of James Milton Lester,
Linda and I were very sorry to learn about Uncle Jim's passing, and we want to extend our love and sympathy to his wife Carolyn, also Milton, Jeanette, Kara and to all his family and friends, most of whom we have never met. Some of my fond memories of Uncle Jim and Aunt Ruth go back to the 1950's when they would come to Indianapolis so they could attend the "Indianapolis 500 Mile Race." Uncle Jim would drive down in his antique Model A Ford, and he would take us for rides in the rumble seat, and we always thought that was pretty neat. I also remember visiting Uncle Jim, Aunt Ruth and Milton, in Ohio, at least a couple of times. On one visit I remember roaming some of the hills near their home, with my brother Dave, and Jim's brother Cecil. While we were there, we also went to church with them. I was so glad that Uncle Jim and Carolyn were able to come to Muncie for Aunt Alice & Uncle Byron Hunt's 50th wedding anniversary, as I had not seen Uncle Jim for a long time and I was able to meet Carolyn. One thing I appreciated about Uncle Jim was that always seemed to have a positive attitude about life.
Our love and prayers go out to every family member and friend during this difficult time. Although we will never see Uncle Jim again on this earth, we plan to see him again in heaven.
Philip & Linda Fletcher
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Philip & Linda Fletcher
Thursday March 6, 2008 at
10:18 AM
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Dear family and friends of James Milton Lester,
Linda and I were very sorry to learn about Uncle Jim's passing, and we want to extend our love and sympathy to his wife Carolyn, also Milton, Jeanette, Kara and to all his family and friends, most of whom we have never met. Some of my fond memories of Uncle Jim and Aunt Ruth, go back to the 1950's when they would come to Indianapolis so they could attend the "Indianapolis 500 Mile Race." Uncle Jim would drive down in his antique Model A Ford, and he would take us for rides in the rumble seat, and we always thought that was pretty neat. I also remember visiting Uncle Jim, Aunt Ruth and Milton, in Ohio, at least a couple of times. On one visit I remember roaming some of the hills near their home, with my brother Dave, and Jim's brother Cecil. While we were there, we also went to church with them. I was so glad that Uncle Jim and Carolyn were able to come to Muncie for Aunt Alice & Uncle Byron Hunt's 50th wedding anniversary, as I had not seen Uncle Jim for a long time and I was able to meet Carolyn. One thing I appreciated about Uncle Jim was that always seemed to have a positive attitude about life.
Our love and prayers go out to every family member and friend during this difficult time. Although we will never see Uncle Jim again on this earth, we plan to see him again in heaven.
Philip & Linda Fletcher
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Harry, Donna, Corey & Caleb Wilks
Wednesday March 5, 2008 at
8:36 PM
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Susie, Melissa, Kelley and family,
We are sorry for your loss! Jim will truly be missed! You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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D'ann (Ferguson) Smith
Wednesday March 5, 2008 at
8:21 PM
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So sorry to hear of your loss.You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Tamara (Howard) Jones
Wednesday March 5, 2008 at
8:18 PM
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As we are never prepared for the loss of a loved one,God is always prepared to help us through that loss.May Gods presence begin the healing in your hearts.And may his love surround you with the comfort that only God can give.
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natalie Hamilton
Wednesday March 5, 2008 at
5:40 PM
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My condolences to your family.
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Jean and Forrest Smith of Muncie, IN
Wednesday March 5, 2008 at
3:16 PM
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We know that Uncle Jim will be missed by so many. Heavens gained another good one. Sue, you Milton and family are in our Prayers.
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Gloria Morrison Webb
freglo@bellsouth.net
Wednesday March 5, 2008 at
2:29 PM
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Dear family of Jim Lester,
Our prayers and thought are with you all in this time of sorrow.
I know you will miss Jim, he was a great person. Sincerely, Gloria and Fred Webb, Saraland, Alabama. Formerly of South Point, Ohio
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Cathi Black Steele
cathisteele@marykay.com
Wednesday March 5, 2008 at
10:25 AM
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Milton and Jeanette, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. I know from losing Mom and Burgess that memories make the pain easier after time. I know when Cheryl, Pat and Paul and I talk about the good times, it's so fun to remember them as they lived and loved. In time you too will be able to do the same. Again, I'm very sorry for you and your family.
Cathi Black Steele (the old Locks girl)
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Darrell Fowler
pastorfowler@yahoo.com
Wednesday March 5, 2008 at
9:35 AM
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We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing but he really just went home which is what we all look forward to. We will keep you in our prayers.
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Brian and Priscilla Runyon
Wednesday March 5, 2008 at
8:12 AM
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Jim was a great man and he will be sorely missed. We love you guys and you are in our prayers.
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Beth Cline (Marilyn's daughter)
Wednesday March 5, 2008 at
7:19 AM
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Lester Family, I am so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He was such a super guy. I will never forget how wonderful he was to my mom, my brother Gary and me. He was so good to us when we really needed help. I'll never forget being his "helper" when he just needed someone to hold the end of a ruler so he could measure someone's house for carpet. I'll forever cherish the memories of time spent with him. Please accept my condolences during this time. Jim will be missed!
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Tom Woodrum, Summerville, South Carolina
Wednesday March 5, 2008 at
12:32 AM
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Jim was a good man and I always enjoyed talking with him. I owe him for all his wisdom he gave me.
He was a smart business man who always gave a deal. I guess Heaven needed another good soul. My prayers go out to the family and friends of a good Ole' South Point boy.
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Jackie (Daugherty) Hovis
Tuesday March 4, 2008 at
9:19 PM
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Milt,
I'm so sorry about the loss of your Dad. I remember him as such a fun person. I know there will be a big hole in your life without him. I hope you can take comfort in the good memories you have of him and the knowledge that you will see him again one day in Heaven.
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Gina Kehali Kates
Tuesday March 4, 2008 at
8:58 PM
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Betty, Greg, Shannon, Al, Mrs. Dillon, I know this has been a trying time and our thoughts are simply with you and the family. Get some rest so you can be there for each other. You are such a blessed family to be able to be there for each other, no matter what the need is, such a large, warm and loving family and this will help get you through this. Let us know if we can do anything. Love to all.
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Allen Chaffin
davidchaffin@comcast.net
Tuesday March 4, 2008 at
8:22 PM
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Hey guys just wanted to let you know how sorry we are for your loss. We wish that we could be there. With love Allen, Dennine, Seth, Jake, Ryan Chaffin
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Kandice (Brumfield) Napier
kandice.napier@marshall.edu
Tuesday March 4, 2008 at
7:51 PM
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Susie, Kelley and Betty - I knew Jim for many years and he was always so nice to me and my family. He will surely be missed. You all are in my thoughts are prayers.
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John & Rose Kipping
rosekipping@yahoo.com
Tuesday March 4, 2008 at
6:22 PM
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Susie, so sorry to here about Jim. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. love Rose and John
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Linda (Legg) Schultz
schultlk@insight.rr.com
Tuesday March 4, 2008 at
6:16 PM
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So sorry to hear the news of Jim's passing. I am a 1st cousin (the daughter of Venus (Vee) and Fred Legg; Olive, Jim's mom was my mom's sister.) My condolensence too all; he was a great, memorable guy. Kooky.
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Kim (Osborne), Wes, and William
Tuesday March 4, 2008 at
5:52 PM
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Sorry to hear about your loss. Jim was a good man.
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barb fred tammy
Tuesday March 4, 2008 at
4:20 PM
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we will miss jim
and you are in our prayer
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Okey Napier
okey.napier@marshall.edu
Tuesday March 4, 2008 at
3:15 PM
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My condolences to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Okey Napier
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COURTNEY KATES
COURTNEYKATES@YAHOO.COM
Tuesday March 4, 2008 at
3:05 PM
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Susie and family, I'm Gina Kates' daughter and just wanted to say how sorry I am. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
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Edna Diane Cole
Tuesday March 4, 2008 at
2:56 PM
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Betty Cook - I'm so sorry to hear about your brother-in-law. If I can do anything for you, just let me know. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Edna Diane Cole, Marshall University, Department of Modern Languages
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Gina & Terry Kates
tandgkates@zoominternet.net
Tuesday March 4, 2008 at
2:39 PM
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Susie, children and family, so very sorry to hear of your loss. Take comfort in those precious memories and trust in God's strong arms of comfort during this time.
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