James “Jimmy” Creason Lester, age 83, passed away April 2, 2026. He was a lifelong resident of Rutherford County and farmer. Jimmy was a member of Lascassas Church of Christ.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, James Calvin Lester and Jessie Viola Elrod Lester; and wife, Sandra Gail Lester. He is survived by sons, Tim (Cindy) Hogan, Steven (Jamie) Lester, Joseph Lester and Voyn Hogan; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and second love of his life, Joyce Gehlin.

Visitation will be 11:00 AM until time of chapel service at 1:00 PM, Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Jennings and Ayers Funeral Home with Chuck Mullins officiating. Burial will follow in Milton Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers.