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Obituary For John Roscoe Lester

John R. Lester, 73, of Richmond, died January 28, 2020. Surviving are his wife, Sylvia T. Buffington-Lester; daughter, Tammy L. Woods (Michael); three grandchildren, Rashaun Lester, Ashley Ford and Alma Hamilton; 11 great grandchildren, devoted Chance Ford; cousins, devoted Alvin D. Lester; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 4 at St. Peter Baptist Church, 2040 Mountain Road. Rev. Dr. Kirkland K. Walton, officiating. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Christiansburg Institute, Inc., P. O. Box 433, Christiansburg, VA 24073

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Sylvia, I am saddened to learned of John's passing. You and your family are in my prayers. I will miss my friend Deborah Richards

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Sylvia, Having just been with the two of you in December, it was such a shock to hear of John's passing. There is nothing I can say that can make things easier but I hope you know that Joe and I pray for your peace as you go through this sad time. Our condolences to you and your family. Hilda and Joe Roundtree

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Sylvia, I am sorry to learn of John’s passing. Will miss seeing him standing outside as I drive up the street in our neighborhood. Prayers of comfort to you and your family. Francene Anderson, Neighbor

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Sylvia and Family, My sincere condolences on your loss. John was such a wonderful gentleman and family man. I know you will miss him deeply. I met John at a CBD-IAI conference many years ago and Sylvia introduced him as her life-long best friend. John was so affable and unassuming and was everyone's best friend. John would converse with me as if he had known me forever. He loved his family deeply and was always anxious to tell me things about his grandchildren. I always looked forward to John attending conferences with Sylvia because I was confident of being in the company of a friend. His smile and laughter will always remain deep inside me. I will miss him and know you will also. May God's love and blessings be forever with you. Frank Curran

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I'm very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. Sam Bishop

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Sylvia, Words seem inadequate to express the sadness I feel about John's death. I am going to miss his words of encouragement. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss. May God's love and compassion give you peace to carry you through this time. I am praying for you and your family. I will always be here 24/7 to support you. Your American Business Women's Association sister, Beatrice E. Burton

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Sylvia, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Always keep the fond memories close to heart and you'll find comfort in knowing that you've gained your very own special angel to protect and watch over you and your family at all times during the remainder of your time here on earth. My deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers will remain with you throughout this difficult time. - Towana Aiken Harris

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Sylvia, Sincere Condolences as you have commenced this Journey of Grief. I am praying your Strength in the Lord. May God Comfort you! Leuvenia

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Sylvia and Family, Roscoe's friendship is one that I personally treasure. Even though he left Christiansburg, it was like he was still there with us. We talked music over the phone a lot. I regret that we never had the chance to share the stage together. God bless! Jerome Price

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Sylvia, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of John, You have my deepest sympathy, my prayers and thoughts will be with you and your family.. Yvonne Broadus

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Sylvia, I am so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. I know he is in a better place and is at peace. God bless you and be with you. Love, Margie Harris

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Sylvia, I am saddened to learn of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Suzanne Ray

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I am deeply sadden for your loss, my prayers goes out to you and the family. Trust in the Lord and believe in his awesome power. No matter what you are facing in this trying time of loss and grief the Lord will see you through it. May you find strength and comfort in his powerful Love. Be Blessed! a friend, Yutiva Canty

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Sylvia & family, Sorry to hear of your sudden loss of John and please accept our sympathy and we will pray for him and your family at church tomorrow and light a candle in his memory and place him in the Book of Intentions where he will be remembered and prayed for at every service. Dick & Jane Tyalor

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I would to send a shout to my father-in-law John Roscoe Lester! He was a man that met no strangers and had fun loving spirit! I will miss coming to your home and sitting in your music studio making music! RIP “Pops! I’m gonna miss your wit and laughter! Your son-in-love! Mike!!

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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