1. U.S., Index to Public Records, 1994-2019; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name Tommy Ray Lester Sr [Tom R Lester Sr] [Tommy J Lester Sr] [Tommy R Lester Sr]
Birth Date Aug 1945
Residence Date 2005-2020
Address 650 Highway 126
Residence Bristol, Tennessee, USA
Postal Code 37620
Second Residence Date 2010-2014
Second Address 224 Flatwoods Rd
Second Residence Bluff City, Tennessee, USA
Second Postal Code 37618
Third Residence Date 1987-2010
Third Address 724 S Neltnor Blvd
Third Residence West Chicago, Illinois, USA
Third Postal Code 60185
Fourth Residence Date 2000-2009
Fourth Address 401 Stevenswood Dr
Fourth Residence Bristol, Tennessee, USA
Fourth Postal Code 37620"
2. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"Tommy Ray Lester, 78 of Bristol, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 8, 2024 in West Chicago, IL."Tommy was born August 18,1945 in Baisden, West Virginia; he was the son of the late Anita Collins and Wesley Lester. He married Stella (Roberts) Lester on February 14, 1965. Tommy was a loving husband, father, grandpa, great grandpa, brother and uncle.
"In addition to his parents Tommy was preceded in death by his brother Wesley Lester, Jr.
"Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Stella (Roberts) Lester of 59 years, his 5 children, Anita (Ronald) Morgan of West Chicago, IL, Corda (Robert) Zwolinski of North Aurora, IL, Mary Lester of Shorewood, IL, Tommy (Lisa) Lester, Jr. of Marion, VA., Tammy (Fred) Hallihan IV of Carol Stream, IL., 1 brother, Mike (Helga) Canada, 7 Grandchildren; Kristy Pickett, Marcus McGee, Jasmine Lee, Jada Jackson, Freddie Hallihan V, Zaniyah Jackson and Andre Morgan, Great Grandchild Karmelo Ellis and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
"Visitation is on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home 4299 Coal Heritage Road, Iaeger, WV 24844
"Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 11 a.m. with Reverend James Cline officiating at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV. Burial will follow at the Roberts Family Cemetery in Ikes Fork, WV.
"Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.fanningfuneralhomes.com"
1. Douglas Mortuary; Welch, WV' Posted Obit.
"Ellis Eugene England, 89, of Capels, WV, passed away Saturday, August 20, 2022 at Welch Community Hospital in Welch. Born August 11, 1933 in Roderfield, he was the son of the late Dewey Franklin England and Pearl Adkins England."Ellis was a retired coal miner, a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a member of the Capels Church of God.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one son, Jimmy M. Logan; and two brothers, James O. England and Jackie H. England."Those left to cherish his memories are five daughters, Linda Williams of Staffordsville. KY, Laura Daniels and Jean D. England both of Welch, Diana Reed of Rodell, and Virgie Brown of Mooresville, NC; two brothers, Roger L. England of Moneta, VA and Dewey F. England Jr. of Fort Gay; one sister, Sedonia Wilhite of Fort Gay; fourteen grandchildren; and many great grandchildren.
"Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, August 25, 2022 at the Capels Church of God in Capels at 11:00 AM with the Reverend Ronald Felts, officiating. Burial will follow the Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Bluewell. Military Graveside Rites will be conducted by the Iaeger V.F.W. Post 1144 of Iaeger.
Friends may call at the church Wednesday evening after 6:00 PM."Pallbearers will be family and friends.
"The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com"
1. 1950 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Davy; taken 4 Apr 1950; Sheet Number 12; Dwelling #78
Listed as Betty R. Adams; age 14; born in KY; never married; in household of mother Virgie L.
(______) Adams.
2. Douglas Mortuary, Welch, WV; Posted Obit.
"Betty Lou Jackson, 88, 0f Welch, WV, passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024 at Princeton Community Hospital in Princeton. Born June 25, 1935 in Van Lear, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Jack Adams and Virgie Lou Spencer Adams."Betty was a homemaker and mother. She attended the Capels Church of God for many years, when she was able. She was the last surviving member of her family. She also loved working Jig-Saw puzzles and crocheting.
"In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by Ellis England, the father of her children; one son, Jimmy Michael Logan; twelve brothers and sisters.
"Those left to cherish her memories are five daughters, Linda Williams of Staffordsville, KY, Laura K. England and Jean D. England both of Welch, Diana Faye Reed of Beckley and Virgie Sue Brown of North Carolina; fourteen grandchildren; many great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
"Funeral services will be conducted Friday, February 2, 2024 at 1:00 PM from the Capels Church of God with the Pastor Dannie Short, officiating. Burial will follow in the Asco Community Cemetery.
"Friends may call at the church Thursday, February 1, 2024 after 6:00 PM.
"Pallbearers will be family and friends.
"The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com"