Service Details
A Homegoing Service will be held on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, with Rev. Johnny Ford and Rev. Taurus Pinson officiating. Interment will follow at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery. A viewing will take place at the funeral home on Monday from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Roger Wynn Lester, age 60, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at the home of his sister and brother-in-law. Born in Racine, Wisconsin, on September 10, 1965, Roger was the beloved son of the late Eddie Lee Lester and Frances Lee (née Vance) Lester. Growing up Roger mild manner child but would hang out with his brothers and friends at Stephen Bull school and play football he to some (Roger the Dodger Staubach or Danny White from the Dallas Cowboys that was one his favorite football teams) He graduated from Washington Park High School in 1983 before faithfully serving his country for over 20 years in the United States Air Force starting with basic training at Lackland AFB in Lackland Tx and then having assignments in Italy, the Philippines, South Carolina, Arizona, Iraq, and at the Pentagon.
After retiring from the military, Roger sought warmer weather and made his home in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, where he continued working with Hertz Rental Cars. In October 2025, Roger was diagnosed with advanced-stage colon cancer and returned to Racine to spend his final days surrounded by family.
Roger enjoyed relaxing by keeping up with current events, often watching CNN and various financial news programs and sports like football and some basketball. Before leaving for military service, he was a member of Second Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Mack C. Davis.
Roger is survived by his brother, Wendell Vance; his sister, Carolina (Reginald) McClain; and his nieces and nephews—DeAndre Lester, Tamaria Reed, Eric Gates, Dominique Livingston, and Breanne Lester—along with great-nieces and nephews, other relatives, and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Donald Lester.
A Homegoing Service will be held on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, with Rev. Johnny Ford and Rev. Taurus Pinson officiating. Interment will follow at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery. A viewing will take place at the funeral home on Monday from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Mrs Marilyn Cobb says
I am so sorry to hear of Rogers passing I was you and your siblings baby sitter when y’all were younger.on 18th Street I am sending our love and prayers for you Wendell 🙏🙏🙏 and your children makes me so sad because I lost my daughter Loretta Cobb recently. I’m here for you all just call me love you all.🙏🙏🙏
Pamela Smith Simmons says
To the family. I am deeply sadden by this. I pray that you all find comfort and piece.
Wallace Lester says
Way to soon Roger.
Vallie Rogers says
Carolyn you have my deepest sympathy for by the loss of your beloved brother. I remember Roger in a very fond way; he was a sweet young man. Raised by a very sweet mother, he undoubtedly was devoted to his family.
Paula Boykin says
Sincere condolences from the Boykin Family may God comfort you and your family 🙏🏿❤️
Keith Moore says
Please accept my sincere condolences. Roger was a good friend, a childhood brother, who inspired me in ways I will never forget, from encouraging my military service to helping me collect my first bottles of cologne. I am praying for the family strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Demetrius Powell says
Sorry for the loss of your Brother Wendell my Rip.im praying for your family in the name of Jesus Jesus christ AMEN DEMETRIUS POWELL
Stacey Moore says
Sorry for your loss. Sending prayers of comfort to you & your family during this difficult time and the days to come.
Diane and entire Love & Westmoreland family says
Sending our condolences and prayers to entire Lester family
Vanessa Butler says
My sincere condolences to the family.
Gary Cotton says
Saying goodbye to someone you grew up with, is never easy, so I will just see you later. May God provide comfort to the family. Wendall I will be praying for you. Rest easy Roger Dodger.
Twyla Clark says
Meet you at the crossroads my friend. So sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences to the family.