Dr. Jess C. Lester

What a great Man God blessed us with. He was a great doctor and a good man.
I am saddened to hear of his passing.

Jess
You were a refreshing breath of reason and intelligence in the morass of stilted, unyielding regimentation of training in surgery. Loved you like a big brother then, love you now. Very saddened. Sincere condolence and love to Debra, and children.

I am saddened to hear of Dr. Lester's passing. I was his patient from about the age of 7 through my early 20s. My condolences to his family and friends. Cathy Smith Babb.

I just saw where Dr. Lester had passed away last May. I started seeing him when I was 4 or 5 years old. I went to see him every year because of my eye disease. He performed two surgeries on my eye. I always looked forward to seeing him each year. I had such a huge crush on him. I remember going to see him in Atlanta and my mom and I would always go see the coy in the pond where his building was located.
So sorry for your loss,
Sharon Burnette Cheek

Mrs.lester& family i am so truly sorry for your loss of a great Dr,but more than that a truly wonderful human being,Dr lester operated on my eyes in august of 1981,he had a such a great way of dealing with the people who he was fixing to work on ,to make them comfortable with him , i really do thank him for that.job well ,may this bring you comfort in the days ahead.
michael.matthews

Dr Lester was my dr when I was a little girl in the early 80's. I have always remembered him fondly and am so sorry to hear this news. My prayers for his family.

Debra, heartfelt sympathy from our family to yours and Jess's family in his passing away and with regrets news was delayed reaching me. My late husband, Art, had so many wonderful memories of their hunting times together, and several in our family too were blessed to have known him professionally. May you find comfort in the days ahead in the knowledge of one so compassionate and gifted while with us. Blessings and our love, Mrs. Art (Charlotte) Parsons and Family

I was saddened to hear that Jess passed. He was a fine, compassionate, skillful physician, who always put the interest of his patients foremost. He was also a wonderful teacher and mentor to many younger ophthalmologists. I will always be grateful for his friendship and collegiality.
Scott Lampert, M.D.

May the GOD of all comfort give you the strength and ability to endure the difficult days and weeks ahead.

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences.
Psalms 116:15

Dr. Lester was a wonderful opthalmologist that I had the pleasure of working with and having him as my Doctor. I was saddened to hear of his passing and you, Debra and family have my deepest sympathy. May he rest in peace! Ginny Koesters

Dr. and Mrs. Rodriguez express their deep sympathy at the passing of Dr. Lester. He was a wonderful doctor, friend, and colleague. We are deeply saddened at his passing. A contribution has been made in his name to the Eagle Ranch in Chestnut Mountain, Ga. We pray for God's mercy on his family and friends.

Dr. and Mrs. Rodriguez express their condolences at the loss of Dr. Lester. Dr. Rodriguez holds him in high esteem as both a doctor and friend. We express our sadness at his passing and want you to know that a donation has been in his memory at Eagle Ranch in Chestnut Mountain, Ga.

Debra,
I saw the notice in the paper and wanted to express my condolences. You may not remember me but Dr. Lester was my mother, Sarah Owen's, doctor for years and he was mine too before he started seeing only surgical patients. She always said she was his first patient when he started in Atlanta and she saw him until she died. I was a patient of Dr. Rowe's for years and got to know you when you worked for him and always looked forward to seeing you when I brought mother to her appt with Dr. Lester. Again, my heartfelt condolences.

Deb
Words are a loss. You guys were family to us as we were to you and Jess. Trust he is in heaven with my Dad and Barry Thrasher and the rest asking if they had eye problems when they walk through those pearly gates. I still remember back in 1976 landing in our front yard in the helicopter to pick my Dad up and head to metro eye and ear. Over 40 years of deep friendship. You are strong and will survive. We know you guys better than most.
Steve,David,Chuck and Barbara Loftus

Jess Lester, one of the finest ophthalmologists and men I have ever had the pleasure of knowing passed away on Monday. Jess, I called him Dr. Lester out of respect and admiration until he insisted that call him Jess, worked tirelessly to benefit mankind by improving cataract surgery outcomes. When I started my practice he taught me how to do yag laser procedures and helped me with difficult patients. Foremost in Jess' life was love for his Lord, his family, especially his wonderful wife Deb Lester, his country, and his profession. He is my example in doing things heartily as unto the Lord. I am sure that he heard "Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master." I had great love and respect for one of my finest mentors. I pray the peace that passes all understanding for family and loved ones.

Debra my family and I are deeply saddened for your loss. Dr Lester was the finest medical doctor and the kindest person I have ever known.I was fortunate enough to train and learn from his vast knowledge and experience. May your faith keep you strong during these difficult days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Debra,
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Jess was an esteemed colleague and a wonderful physician which I can attest to personally. He will be sorely missed.
Harvey Tauber, MD

So sorry for your loss. Jess was such a wonderful man that loved The Lord so. Now he is with Jesus, and oh how wonderful he is now. As the song goes "I can only imagine" Duane and I have you and your family in our prayers. What an honor to know him. We love you Deb.

Doctor Lester looked after my eyes from the time I was born in 1962 until he retired. I would not have had the good vision I have had if not for him. He has, and will be missed.

Charles Roberts

We are so saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Lester. He served for several years on the Indian Springs Board of Trustees. May God comfort you during this time of loss.

My thoughts and prayers are with you Deb and family. I had the honor of working with Dr Leater for many years as a OR nurse . He was one of the most talented surgeons I've ever worked with. Those of us working with him at Northside felt like family I miss those Tuesday's and Thursday's in the OR with him .He is home now and suffering no more. Heaven is a better place now that Jess has arrived but we will miss him!!

Deb, Jeff and I love you so much and our prayer is that the God of ALL comfort is displaying His power in you right now. Your love and generosity to us over the years has meant so much. Jess was a brilliant surgeon and a humble servant. You are loved

Dear Debra,

My deepest condolences to you and your family. I worked with Dr. Lester for many, many years in the OR at Northside Hospital.

We were so saddened to hear of Jess's passing this week. He was always so kind and such a gentleman that served and loved the Lord! Please know you all are in our prayers as you mourn his life on this Earth, but what joy it must bring you to know where he is......serving still.....

I was saddened to hear of Jesse's passing this week. I will always remember him and the incredible kindness and teaching during my year long fellowship with him in 1982. His surgical skills and enthusiasm for Ophthalmology were nearly matched by his many hobbies and sports. I will always remember seeing that helicopter come down on the top parking deck of GA Baptist Hospital!

My thoughts are there with your entire family.

J.Trevor Woodhams, MD

Although we are suffering a loss here on Earth, there is celebration in Heaven! Please know you are not alone in your sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God watch over you and the family and shed His comfort upon you all.