Judith Anne Lester

judith lester

October 19, 1946 ~ September 13, 2022

Born in: Augusta, GA
Resided in: Atlanta, GA

Judith Anne Lester of Atlanta died September 13, 2022, after a brief illness. Born October 19, 1946, to Frances Cheney Lester and Charles DuBose Lester, she grew up in Wadley, Georgia, attended the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, and graduated from the University of Georgia. Following a brief stint of teaching at Thomas Jefferson Academy, she had a long career at Stevens and Wilkinson, retiring in 2008 as Associate Vice President and Controller. Judy was known for fiercely championing her loved ones, being a great friend and listener, and doting on her two great nephews. Her loyalty, wit, and honesty will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her sister, June Lester (John Hinkle), her niece, Anna Terry (Paul Terry), two great nephews, Charles and Clinton, and several cousins.

A memorial service will be held on October 15, 2022, at her residence. Memorials in her name may be sent to Women’s Resource Center to End Domestic Violence, 115 E Maple St, Decatur, GA 30030, or Nia’s Place, 111 East Maple St, Decatur, GA 30030.

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  1. Clare Sahling says:

    Thank you for this! I plan to be there. Clare Sahling

  2. Shawn Williams says:

    There’s another star in the sky!

  3. Clare Sahling says:

    One more thing – I will be driving into Atlanta that morning and hope the memorial doesn’t start too early!

  4. Betty Hudson says:

    Judy’s memory will indeed be a blessing for those of us who had the pleasure of knowing her. But that won’t mean we miss her any less….Rest in peace, dear friend.


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