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Abbott, Lester E.
Lester was a member of Ancient Landmark Masonic Lodge No. 200, Olin, Iowa. He was also a member of most Masonic organizations in Eastern Iowa. He was past president of the then named Association of Retarded Children and was very active in that organization and related groups. Lester farmed for many years in the Morley and Anamosa area and was retired from the USDA Soil Conservation Service.
The family wishes to express sincere appreciation to the staff at Silvercrest and to Above and Beyond Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Above and Beyond Hospice.
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Published in The Gazette Oct. 30, 2013.
Updated; published Oct. 31, 2013 in The Gazette
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