Lester Tesmer, age 70 of Zeeland, passed away surrounded by his loving family at home on June 27, 2021. Lester served his country in the army, working as a mechanic. After his service, he returned home and continued his skilled trade, working as an automotive mechanic. When he grew older, he worked at Lowe’s in the electrical department. In his spare time, Lester was an avid fisherman, dropping his line in such waterways as Lester Lake and the Black River. He enjoyed watching NASCAR, and rooted for his favorite driver Jimmy Johnson. He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Iva Tesmer, brother Edward Tesmer, and sister Nora Koterski. He is survived by his wife of 50 years Virginia; Children: Missy and Mathew McCormick, Christopher Tesmer, Jeff and Sarah Tesmer, Cynthia Tesmer, Derrick and Janine Tesmer; Grandchildren: Nathan, Jessica, Joshua, Caleb, Tyler, Ryan; Sisters: Sally Thomas, Marilyn Kaiser.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Zeeland. The family will greet visitors an hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choosing.
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