Bobby (Bob) Eugene Lester, age 90, of Ghent, WV passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2022.
Born September 18, 1932 in Rhodell, WV he was the son of the late Frank and Laura Bell Lester.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Keaton.
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Nora Canaday Lester. He is also survived by his 4 loving children; Bobby Eugene Lester Jr. (Becky) of Ormond Beach FL, Patty Montano (Art) of Kathleen FL, Michael Lester (Debbie) of Camp Creek WV, Laura Collins (Tim) of  Bluefield, VA. Nine grandchildren; Bobby Lester III (Alicia), Brian Lester ( Alesia), Bethany Genovese (Billy), Stacy Weaver, Kelly Knowles (Jeff), Brittany Lane (Damion), Whittney Presgraves (Luke), Brandon Lester, Justin Lester, fifteen great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. He also leaves behind a host of friends and relatives.Â
He was a retired coal miner who enjoyed gardening, fishing, woodworking and spending time with his family.Â
The family would like to express a special thank you to the wonderful staff of Hospice of Southern WV, as well as neighbor Tim Coleman.Â
There will be no service or viewing. Per his request he will be cremated.
In lieu of flowers the family would like any donations made in Bob’s name be sent to Hospice of Southern WV, or the Ghent VFD EMS for which he served on the board for twenty-two years.
Private online condolences and other expressions of sympathy may be directed to the family via our guestbook at www.roseandquesenberry.net.
Arrangements are by Rose and Quesenberry Funeral Home, 729 Flat Top Road, Shady Spring, WV.