of Smyrna, TN
January 28, 1953 - March 20, 2025
Lester Carl Sells Jr., 72, of Smyrna, Tennessee passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025. He was born on January 28, 1953 in West Memphis, Arkansas to the late Lester and Viola Sells.
Lester was known for his kind heart, warm sense of humor and his love for life's simple pleasures. He had a deep appreciation for good food and was an avid supporter of local restaurants. Music was another passion of his, often filling his home with melodies and he enjoyed the calming sounds of nature. His love for gardening and bird watching was unmatched and he found joy in watching hummingbirds and other wildlife. As a proud supporter of the Arkansas Razorbacks, Lester's enthusiasm for his team was contagious. He was also a dedicated collector, with interests in stamps and coins that gave him hours of enjoyment. Lester will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter and the beauty he found in the world around him.
He is survived by his daughters, Katherine Jackson and her husband, Joseph and Sara Wood; grandchildren, Micheal Rowton, Carl Rowton and Leah Wilson; great grandchildren, Jasmine Wilson and Karly Wilson; nieces, Sheree Chrestman and Susan Weaver and nephew, Otis Rushing. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Signe Rushing.
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Pay Allman
Thursday, March 27, 2025
My condolences to the family. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for each of you. He was such a kind soul. Mr. Lester and Ms. Jo were my landlords and what a friendship that developed. I miss Ms. Jo and now his posts on Facebook. Now they are reunited.
Sarah Beth Christian
Thursday, March 27, 2025
My memories of Lester are many beginning in the first grade. He made a huge impression on me as he daily, in hot weather, walked up up and down the rows of desks fanning each of his classmates. That act of kindness at such a young age for me became the theme of his life as he was selfless, kind, hard working, thoughtful and a friend to many. We reconnected over the years working together and had a lot of good times and laughs. I will miss his Facebook posts, words of concern in troubled times, love for the Lord that he always had and birthday wishes that he never missed. I’m grateful that I was privileged to have him as a lifetime friend.
Darlene McGhee
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
My deepest condolences to his family. We called him "Butch" We were neighbors in the late 60's. I know he will be missed.
Keith Ingram
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Lester was a fine man and a gentle soul.During my term as Mayor I had the honor of getting to know him. At the time we had a serious problem tracking inventory at the city shop. Placed in charge, Lester solved the problem. He was an honest man with a character above reproach. KMI