Lester passed away Monday, December 23, 2013 at his home. He was born June 23, 1954 in Watervliet, the son of Leon and Etta (Yarbrough) Williams. He was a graduate of Paw Paw High School, and had been employed previously at Coca-Cola Foods and Consumers Concrete. Most recently, Lester was employed as a maintenance engineer at the Hampton Inn in Oshtemo. In his spare time he enjoyed bowling and spending time with his grandchildren.
On August 14, 1976 in Paw Paw, Lester was united in marriage to Deborah Williams who survives. Also surviving is a son, Nick (Erin) Williams of Paw Paw; two grandchildren, Konnor and Dakara; his father, Leon Williams of Atlanta, GA; brother, Laymond Williams of Paw Paw; and a sister, Patsy Williams of Decatur, AL; also his extended family of many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, a sister, Barbara and a nephew, Scott. Cremation has taken place. A memorial luncheon in memory of Lester will be held Saturday, December 28th, 1 p.m. at the Antwerp Township Community Center. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.