Deborah Ellen Lester

Deborah Ellen Lester (nee Pascal) born July 11, 1948. Deborah was the middle child of seven who grew up in the San Leandro and Oakland areas. She had a passion for gardening, raising live stock, and doting on her three grandchildren (Courtney, Matthew and Dominick and great-grandson Conor Jay) whom she is survived by. Deborah is also survived by her two loving daughters Cari Carter of Colorado Springs and Deborah Ellen Lester (née Pascal) was born on July 11, 1948, in the San Leandro and Oakland areas. She was the beloved middle child of seven siblings. Deborah's life was marked by her passions, including gardening and raising livestock. However, her greatest joy came from doting on her three cherished grandchildren, Courtney, Matthew, and Dominick, as well as her great-grandson, Conor Jay, who continue to carry her spirit forward. Deborah is survived by her two loving daughters, Cari Carter of Colorado Springs and Melissa Lester of Tracy. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Jay Dee Lester, her mother and father, Harry Pascal and Lucy Gaskill (née Medeiros), and her grandmother, Virginia Medeiros. Deborah was a remarkable woman who lived life to the fullest. She possessed a rare combination of kindness, thoughtfulness, and unwavering truthfulness. Her impact on the lives of those she touched was immeasurable, and her willingness to lend a helping hand knew no bounds. Deborah's intelligence, independence, and inner and outer beauty shone brightly throughout her life. On August 7, 2023, Deborah was called home while visiting her sisters in Grants Pass, Oregon. Her absence is deeply felt by her family and all those fortunate enough to have known her. Deborah's memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those she touched, and her legacy of love and generosity will be remembered for generations to come If you would like to send flowers or make a donation in memory of Deborah for her celebration of life, which will be held later this year, you may do so by clicking this link and specifying whether you'd like to contribute with flowers or a donation. A card with your name and contribution will be included with your donation..