Michael Lee Lester Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Michael Lee Lester of Coats, North Carolina, who passed away on June 27, 2024, at the age of 68, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edgel Lee Lester and Mary Magdalene Lester; and his brother Glenn Allen Lester. He is survived by: his children, Tyler Lester (Kelly Barber-Lester) and Emily Dudley (Timothy Dudley); his grandchildren, Isabel Lester, Solomon Lester, Aeneas Lester and Samara Dudley; his sister Ronda Lester-Bowles (John Bowles); his former wife Joan Vick; his stepmother Joan Taylor Lester; and his pets, Bob Barker and Rusty. He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, and greats; and so many friends.

In honor of his memory, and in lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider supporting your local theater, arts education group, the work of the church and interfaith alliances, or animal rescues.