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Delbert Lester Obituary
Born in Greely Colorado he was the son of Delbert W. Lester and Allene B. Lester. He attended and graduated from Greely High School. Delbert proudly served his country for 24 years; 2 tours in Vietnam, he was a recipient of the Bronze Star and retired as a Chief Warrant Officer 3 (CW3) from the Army.
He is survived by his wife Brigitte Lester and four children - Gary F Lester, Douglas W. Lester, Christiane H Skeldum, and Lutz W Lester. He is also survived by 6 grand kids Jeffery D. Skeldum, Michael J. Skeldum, Sean Lester, Kenny Lester, Mira Lester, and Jana May Lester. 7 great grandkids Christian Skeldum, Haylie Skeldum, Payton Skeldum, Ryker Skeldum, Cielo Tremelling, Mickail Skeldum, and Isabella Skeldum, he is also survived by his beloved three dogs - Bella, Rex, and Ben.
The Funeral Service and reception will be held on May 13, 2017 from 11:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the Korean New Life Church 943 Emory Cir, Colorado Springs, CO 80915.
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Jim Henderson
May 12, 2017
Del and I were friends for many years and I consider him to be one of my closest friends. I know you will be missed greatly by your family and many friends. RIP my friend. I will be praying for the family.
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Susan McClaren
May 11, 2017
Rest in Peace thoughts and prayers to the family
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