Lonnie "Lonzo" Keith Jester Obituary (1959

Mr. Lonnie Keith JesterBeloved Husband, Father, Papaw, and Friend Mr. Lonnie "Lonzo" Jester, born May 8, 1959, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by the family and friends he loved so much, on June 30, 2025 at 10:20 p.m. Known for his big heart, infectious laugh, and generous spirit, Lonnie was the kind of person who would drop everything to help someone in need. He never met a stranger and made everyone feel like a friend. Lonnie retired from VSG Rotary Lift after 35 years of service. He had a passion for travel, the outdoors, and especially the golf course where he spent countless hours. He cherished his prized Mustang and valued time spent with friends and family. His presence lit up every room, and his legacy lives on in the many lives he touched with his kindness and sense of humor. Lonnie's life was a gift to all who knew him, and his memory will be treasured forever. Please Click Here to View the Video Tribute Please Click Here to View the Funeral Service Recording A LOVING FAMILY Lonnie was a devoted husband to his wife, Laura, with whom he shared 44 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they traveled the world, embracing every adventure side by side. He was a proud father to his daughter Kristin LaBolt and her husband Jered of Madison, and to his son Robbie Jester and his wife Savannah, also of Madison. His greatest joy came from being "Papaw" to his grandchildren: Scott O'Neill of Bloomington, Taye and Kaelin LaBolt of Madison. Lonnie is also survived by his Great Aunt Anna Mae Whitton, 102, of Madison; Uncle Larry Montgomery; Aunt Carol Lyons, both of Madison; and many cousins who were like siblings to him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert "Sparky" Jester and Beverly "Shorty" (Montgomery) Jones; paternal grandparents John Wilbur and Anna Catherine (Unwiller) Jester; maternal grandparents Charles and Thelma (Lyons) Montgomery; and his Uncle Keith Montgomery of Madison. FUNERAL CEREMONY Funeral services will be conducted Monday, July 7, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., by Pastor Frank McGee at the Morgan & Nay Funeral Centre, 325 Demaree Drive in Madison, Indiana. Interment will follow at a later date in the Benham Cemetery in Benham, Indiana VISITATION Friends may visit Monday from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the Morgan & Nay Funeral Centre, 325 Demaree Drive in Madison, Indiana. MEMORIAL EXPRESSIONS Memorial contributions may be made to Benham Cemetery. Cards are available at the Morgan & Nay Funeral Centres of Madison and Hanover. Online condolence, remembrances, and memorials can be left at www.morgan-nay.com To Place An Online Memorial Donation To send a flower arrangement in memory of Lonnie "Lonzo" Keith Jester, please click here to visit our sympathy store.