Tempe, AZ - John W. Lester, age 95, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025 in Tempe, Arizona. John was born in Binghamton, New York on September 1, 1930 to Clair and Evalyn Lester. John was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Shirley and his parents and sisters, Clair, Evalyn, Eleanor and Carolyn. Survivors include son Phil, daughter-in-law Beth, daughter Janet, son-in-law Dan, granddaughters Hilary (Patrick), Hannah (Jacob), Alexandria and Jenna and his sister Nancy. A celebration of his life is planned for Saturday, March 21 at 10:00 a.m. at Skirm Auditorium at Friendship Village in Tempe, AZ. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice of the Valley are suggested. For more information go to www.bunkerfuneral.com.