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Selby, Lester Howard
Lester Howard Selby, 67, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Living Center East in Cedar Rapids. Private services, with military honors, will be held by the family.
Lester was born Oct. 31, 1945, in Hattie, Mo., the son of Elmer and Jessie (Cross) Selby. He proudly served his country in the Air Force.
Lester is survived by his daughters, Tonia (Jim) Lozano of Clinton and Alma (Maurice) Frazier; his grandsons, Nate and Nick Lozano of Clinton, Payne Ritonya, Issac and Elijah Frazier, all of Marion, and Aaron Harris of Fort Madison; his granddaughter, Olivia Frazier of Marion; his sisters, Evelyn Perry and Karyn “Gail” Tervino; his brothers, Terry (Mary) Selby and Ray (Maurina) Selby; and several nieces and nephews.
Lester was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, William “Bill” H. Selby.
Memorials in Lester's name can be directed to Living Center East, 1220 Fifth Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403.
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Published July 4, 2013, in The Gazette
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