John Lester McCormick Obituary
John Lester McCormick of Charleston, West Virginia passed away on July 29, 2026. John Lester, born on August 6, 1948, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Lester McCormick to show support.
John Lester will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew John Lester will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. John Lester’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Creasie Mae Graham (Joe) and John Wilbert McCormick (Jerlean); his brother Wilbert Zernell; and his nephew Lennell. He is survived by: his children, John P. McCormick (Bridgette) of Charleston and Crystal McCormick of Charleston; the mother of his children Paula Ward of Charleston; his child Dezarae Williams (Paul) of Parkersburg, WV; his siblings, Steven Maurice, Daniel Carl (Sharon) of Cleveland, OH and Brenda Doris Griffin (Martin) of Cleveland; and his sister-in-law Venita McCormick of Cleveland. He is also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
