LESTER JESUS passed away on Wednesday, May 16, 2012, after a long illness. Lester was the son of Arthur and Esther Wahner, who preceded him in death. Lester's brother Hermann also preceded him in death. Lester was born in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, the fifth of eight children. Lester is survived by his partner W. Scott Smith; his brothers: Xavier, Jorge, Wayne, Warren, and Ruppert; and his sister Alicia. Lester graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1977. Afterward, he moved frequently from job-to-job until he finally settled in El Paso, Texas, where he worked as an engineer at Phelps Dodge Copper Products. Lester met his partner, Scott, in El Paso, and they eventually settled down in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Lester continued his education by earning an MBA in Business Administration from the College of Santa Fe in 1999, and a Masters Degree in Engineering from the University of New Mexico in 2003. Lester worked as a process engineer at Intel Corporation until he passed away. Lester had a sharp, inquisitive, and witty mind. He loved reading about politics, religion, history, and philosophy. Lester had a good life despite his illness. He enjoyed playing games with family and friends. During his life, Lester was blessed with many friends and family. Visitation to celebrate his life is set for 6-8 p.m. Friday, May 25, 2012, in the Sangre de Cristo Chapel at De Vargas Funeral Home & Crematory, 623 N. Railroad Drive, Espanola, New Mexico. Lester will be laid to rest at Guaje Cemetery in Los Alamos, New Mexico, on Saturday, May 26, 2012. Serving as pallbearers will be: David and Ron Smith, Jimmy Baum, Colbert Smith, Mike Adams and Anthony Valdez; honorary pallbearer, Jim Portillo. The Family of Lester Jesus Wahner has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477 or www.devargasfuneral.com
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