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Lester Sanders Obituary

Lester Sanders NEWPORT NEWS - Lester Sanders, 55, passed away Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009. He will be missed by his many family members and dear friends, including friends at Colonial Webb where he was a dedicated worker for many years. Lester was preceded in death by his father and mother, Raleigh and Lorraine Sanders; his brother, Kenny Sanders; and his nephew, Jason Cartwright. Survivors include his longtime girlfriend, Averil McLaughlin; son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and Leslee, their children, Kayla and Amber; his daughter and son-in-law, Erikka and David and their daughter Alyssa; his brother, Mike and his wife Phyllis; and his sister, Debbie and her husband William. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 1500 Sewells Point Road, Norfolk, VA 23502. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Lester.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 29, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Lester Sanders

16 Entries

David Farrington

April 1, 2010

Lester was indeed a unique character. I had the privledge and honour of being his roommate in 1999 til early 2000. We quickly became friends that shared many good times. I look back with fond memories of us going out to eat on fridays, drinking beer while surfing the internet, and just laughing and joking around. I know his spirit will always be with us. I wish I would had kept contact with him over the years, but we kinda lost touch. Nevertheless, I will always treasure the good times, and remember what a really good guy and soul he was.

Allison Anderson

January 6, 2010

Speaking of Lester and his lotto tickets, I remember the day he actually bought a car with a ticket!!! He was always winning those things.
I am having a very hard time believing he is gone. I see the house every day and even though he's not there I think he is. I miss his silly butt!!
Ally

Jme hopkins

December 18, 2009

I dont know how many will know this story but its one of my favorite memorys of Moe... We worked together in the warehouse in Virginia Beach. One day I decided to play a prank on him and i brought in these Gag lottery tickets... well I took one up to Moe and told him I just spent my last dollar on it and didnt have a drink would he please buy it from me so I could get a drink... He, of course hemmed and hawed about it to give me a hard time but eventually gave me a dollar... I left straightway and went back to my bench to work... about 5 minutes later I see Moe get up and head to the door... I said to him "Moe where are you going"... he was all flustered... "uh uh no where" he replied... "uh uh just gonna go to 7-11 and get me a drink"... I was like "oh okk Moe"... "hey did you win anything on that lottery ticket"... he was like "uh uh no"... "nope nothing"... I said "oh... ok well sorry Moe"... He was like "dont worry about it" and busted out the door. HA HA HA!!!!! Moe went to his car and sat down to read the back and was going to leave and go cash the ticket... He was actually looking at the instructions cause it was like a $50,000 winner but a fake ticket... he came back in all messed up with me... I laughed so hard my tummy hurt... He kept telling me it was messed up... I said to him "Moe whats messed up is that you THOUGHT you won it and lied to me... he shut up real quick and went back to work... When I was doing that work at his house we talked about it again and just laughed... he laughed at himself too...but said he was going to share it with me after he cashed it... ha ha ha! Moe was such a wonderful person... he was different but wonderful! I will never forget how he helped me out! And last year my kids had a good Christmas because of him! Thank you Moe you will never be forgotten in my house!

November 27, 2009

lester,
i miss you. I loved to talk on the phone to you and laugh about all the crazy stuff going on in our lives. You were like a brother to me. Such a kind and sensitive listener. You always made me smile. I am so glad we went out to Golden Corral a couple of weeks before your passing. I don't know of too many people who have been friends for 34 years like we had, and never had a difference of opinion. I miss ya buddy. You were a great guy to know and love. Robin was quite shocked about your illness and passing. He and you were very close back in the day. I think about you many times in a day, and everytime i buy a lottery ticket. I never did get how you knew when to buy them or not by looking at the serial numbers. Anyway, say hello to your mom and dad, and know that you are truly missed.
Love Linda & Robin.

November 27, 2009

couldnt write to much before i was to upset but i want everyone to know what a wonderful person Lester was .I think his stongest asset was his sense of humor,followed by his giving and gentle heart.He touched so many peoples lives in person,in emails and phone calls. He will be deeply missed.
Averil

Erikka Nichols

November 27, 2009

Not that I'm biased or anything, but Lester was a great man and the best dad in the universe. He always made sure his family was taken care of. Even from a state away, I could call him day or night about anything and he always knew how to pick me up when I needed it most. I don't think he ever met anyone who didn't like him, and he was your friend for life. He always managed to keep in touch with everyone. I really wish now that I had been calling him every day from the start instead of waiting until his first trip to the hospital. Dad was very laid back, caring, and had a way of making everyone laugh. I miss him so much, but I know he's in a better place now where he doesn't have to feel pain or go to the doctor, or have any worries at all. I know I'll see him again, and it's the greatest comfort. Until then I have pictures and birthday gifts from years past and a box full of random things to help me remember all the good times I did get to share with him.

Debbie Byrd

November 23, 2009

Lester was my closest brother. We talked on the phone several times a week.I'll miss talking to him the most. He could make me laugh, and he had a very generous heart.I know I'll see him again one day in heaven.He will be healthy,happy and perfect. Until then, I shall carry good memories of him in my heart

John Guirkins

November 17, 2009

Will miss you my friend

Ally Anderson

November 2, 2009

Lester was impossible not to love! And he brought so much laughter to the world. He loved to eat but did not know how to cook, he couldnt even boil water!
I will miss him so!

Debrah Umberger

November 1, 2009

Moe was and still is a very special person. He will be greatly missed. I always enjoyed watching him making others laugh. He got a great joy out of brightening others lives. I send my deepest symathy to you.

Jessica & Jason Pierce

October 31, 2009

Kevin Cesarski and family take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Susan Jacobs

October 31, 2009

Lester will be missed by all. Deepest sympathy to all the family.

Sue & Kerry Foley

October 30, 2009

Lester will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was a very special person. A good man. He loved his family & friends and they him.

lester sanders

October 30, 2009

Leslee Cesarski

October 29, 2009

Lester will be greatly missed. I know Amber Lorraine misses him dearly. He was an awesome Grandfather to her and I know he will be an awesome Angel watching over her!

Averil McLaughlin

October 29, 2009

I will always love you sweetheart Averilxxxxxxxxx

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