Lester L. Kersey, Jr.

Lester L. Kersey Jr., 87, Carmel, passed away September 16, 2016. He was born October 22, 1928, in Indianapolis, the son of the late Lester L. Kersey Sr. and Mary Vernia Kersey. He married Wilma Jane (Kellam) Kersey, who preceded him in passing on June 1, 2014, after 54 years of marriage.

Lester served his country overseas in the United States Marine Corps in World War II. Following his honorable discharge, he attended Indiana University studying business and received a Bachelor in Arts degree from Indiana Central College, graduating in 1957. He had a long career in the insurance field and worked for USF&G Insurance Company for over 25 years. Along with his wife, they owned and operated Bresler’s Ice Cream Store in Castleton Square Mall for 18 years. His incredible work ethic provided well for his family. Lester was a history buff, and he enjoyed swimming, and traveling.

He is survived by his two daughters, Patricia Ann Kellermeyer and Susan Jane (Paul Terhune) Kersey; and two granddaughters, Brynn and Jenna Kellermeyer. He was preceded in passing by his sister, Mary.

Services will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 21, 2016, at Flanner and Buchanan – Carmel, 325 East Carmel Drive. Visitation will be from 12 noon until the time of service. Online condolences may be shared by visiting www.flannerbuchanan.com.