Lester G.

Townsend

Lester G. Townsend was born April 22,1948, to Leonard Townsend Jr. and Roberta Townsend. Lester transitioned peacefully from this life on Friday, October 30, 2026, with his sisters by his side at Heatherdown Health Care Center.

Lester, affectionately known as "T-Bone", "Tee" and "Uncle Tee", was a kindhearted and generous person who met no strangers. He loved people and expressed it to everyone fortunate enough to have known him.

Lester graduated from Libbey High School in 1966. Afterwards he enlisted in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Madrid, Spain, where he met and married his wife Nini. After being honorably discharged he returned home to his family and friends. He soon obtained employment with Jeep and worked there for many years.

Lester had a passion for sports. He especially loved fishing and hunting with his father, family and special friends. In his younger years, Lester and his best friend Leon took initiative and established a chess club aimed at teaching the sport to African American males of all ages which created opportunity for fellowship, connection, learning and friendly competition.

His love of family was enormous. He truly cherished each relationship. Throughout his journey, he was fortunate to have the love and support of family including his niece, Kimberly, who lovingly helped look after him and manage many of life's responsibilities.

Lester was predeceased by his parents, Leonard Townsend Jr. and Roberta Townsend; Son, Robert "Rob" Howie; Grandparents, Joseph and Ludine Brown and Leonard Sr. and Beatrice Townsend and best friend, Leon Womack.

Lester leaves to cherish his memory sons, Darryl Slaughter and Miles Townsend; Granddaughters, Shanise Howie and Mia Townsend; sister, Reola (Carlester) Jones, who served as his caregiver, and Lenora West.

Lester will be truly missed by his nieces and nephews, Kimberly (Chris) Hibbett, Tiffany Cowell, Ahjaynay West, Monique Washington, Emecka Cooper, Kristyn Pearson, Hailey Cooper and Camille Hibbett. In addition, long-time friends, Shelia Milhouse, April Sims, Robert Lyles, Marcella Pryor Brown and Vann Pryor; along with many cousins.

Lester was the "PATRIARCH" of the Townsend family, and our hearts are truly broken. We have peace knowing he has completed his earthly duties and can now rest peacefully without any more suffering or doctor's appointments.

A special Thank you to Nurse Practitioner Christopher of Longevity and everyone who supported Lester and the Townsend family the past few years. Family and friends will gather for a memorial service on November 22, 2026, at one of his favorite fishing locations.