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2025
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Leslie Charest Obituary
Leslie Anne Charest, 65, died September 1, 2025 at Logan Health Center in Kalispell.
She was born in Norfork, Virginia, the daughter of Richard J Charest, and the late Rebecca G (Jones) Charest. She married Richard E Jensen. They were later divorced. She is survived by her only child, Christoher S. Jensen. She is also survived by her father Richard J Charest, sister Sherry L Charest, and nephews, Joseph Dalton (J.D.) and Jacob (Jake) Meek. She was predeceased by her mother, Rebecca G Charest.
She retired from the US Air Force/Army Natl Guard/Army after serving 23 years. She also worked at VHA Readjustment Counseling Service as a GS-07/05. She was a lifetime member of VFW 2252 in Kalispell MT.
Leslie was deployed to Iraq from 2003 to 2004.
A funeral will be held on Saturday, September 27th at 3:30 pm at Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home in Kalispell. Burial of ashes will be at the MT Veterans Home in Columbia Falls at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a brain injury charity of your choice in honor of her son, Christopher.
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Pamela Gonzalez
September 16, 2025
Oh, dear Leslie,
your smile radiated such warmth. Years ago, when I needed a friend, you were such an encouragement. I´ll never forget the day you stopped by my work dressed in Fatigues, bought me a cold drink, sat with me, and simply listened. That kindness has stayed with me all these years. Your Friends of Lois will miss you deeply. I will especially miss your beautiful smile and lovely long hair.
Larry Parker
September 15, 2025
I'm sorry to hear about this. You were way too young. You were a good friend and I will always cherish the friendship we had while we were deployed.
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