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Lester Atwell Obituary
May 29, 1937 - October 14, 2025
WALNUT - Lester Atwell, 88, of Walnut passed away on October 14, 2025, at Allure of Walnut.
Lester was born on May 29, 1937, in Atkinson, the son of Arlo and Blanche (Van De Rostyne) Atwell. He was a 1955 graduate of Atkinson High School and was united in marriage with Karen Franks on July 12, 1958, in Atkinson.
Les was a long-time employee of Cady Grain in Deer Grove and V&C Construction in Walnut. He enjoyed horseback riding, woodworking, doing puzzles and spending time with family.
Survivors include his daughters, Lori (Jay) Middleton, Kamey (Sam) Ganschow, Teri (Noel) Carr, and son, Todd (Heather) Atwell; grandchildren, Aaron (Hannah) Ganschow, Jordan (Brandy) Ganschow, Brad (Claire) Middleton, Ben (Katie) Middleton, Ashley (Chris) Culjan, Maddi (Matt) Gossett and Mason Carr; great-grandchildren, Gavin, Mia, Quentin, Lukas, Grant, Brynlee, Ava, Theodore, Rorie, & Kennedy; sister, Sandy Roman; three brothers-in-law and four sisters-in-law; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Karen and his parents.
As was Lester's wish, the family will hold a private viewing at Garland Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be made at www.garlandfuneralhomes.com.
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Donna Holevoet
October 18, 2025
Sandy
Jim always spoke so highly of Lester. May the great memories of a big brother remain close to your heart.
Donna Holevoet
The Wellman Family
October 18, 2025
Best two neighbors anyone could have ever asked for with 1 really Special Family!! RIP Les We Will Never Forget You Two And Your At Peace With Karen Again.
Cymantha
October 16, 2025
We will miss him so much at allure of walnut. We loved him like he was family. I will cherish the memories I had with him. We were honored too be there for him.
Chris Gibson
October 16, 2025
Gonna miss ya Les. Lots of good memories .
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