Debra Lester Obituary
Debra was born March 25, 1951 in Lafayette, IN, to the late Roy and Delores (Ogden) Patton.
On May 1, 1971 she married the love of her life, Thomas E. Lester in Lafayette, IN, and he survives.
Debra worked in Customer Service for many different businesses over the years including: Lafayette License Branch, McCords Candies for over 20 years, Von Tobel, Kmart and Lowes.
She enjoyed reading, playing cards, board games and games on the computer.
Along with her husband, Thomas, she is survived by her children: Chad (Stephanie) Lester of Battle Ground and Carrie (Tony) Jacks of Lafayette, IN; sister: Pamela (Jim) Goris of Avon, IN; and her three beloved grandchildren: Kailey and Kelsey Lester and Sadie Jacks.
She is preceded in passing by her parents.
A Graveside Service will be held at 1pm Friday, December 15, 2023 at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens. Share memories and condolences online at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com
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Vicki Simmons
December 12, 2023
Tom and family I'm so sorry. Deb will truly be missed. I remember most of the jobs she worked at and enjoyed talking with her when we saw eachother. Prayers for you.
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