Marion Michael “Mike” Lester, 43, of Shreveport, walked into Heaven’s gates with his giant smile on his face on Sunday, July 23, 2023. He passed away peacefully, in his sleep, in his home in Shreveport, LA.

Mike Lester lived in Jena for several years. Though a native a Campti, LA, he was drawn here by great friendships which he called family. During most of his time in Jena, he was a smiling face around Crave, an active member at Lifepoint Assembly of God, an avid fishermen, deer and hog hu...