Gerald Lester Obituary
We bid farewell to Gerald Lester (Des Moines, Iowa), born in Webster City, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 1, 2026 at the age of 80. Gerald touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gerald Lester to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his wife Diane Lester; his parents, Frank Lester and Marian Lester; and his siblings, Francis, Helen, Larry, Clifford and Vernon.
He is survived by: his children, John Smart (Julie), Gerald Lester Jr., Terry Bacon, Wendy Reinig (Donny), Kristina Blair (Richard), Charity Hansen (Michael), Anthony Lester (Sarah) and Tammie Hermosillo (Mark); and his brothers, Carrol (Babe), Frank, Robert and Richard. He is also survived by 20 grandchildren, many cherished great-grandchildren.
Those wishing to express sympathy, in lieu of flowers, are kindly asked to send memorials to Hamilton's Funeral Home for the family.
