William Raymond Leister, 78, of Noble, Illinois died Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at his home.

He was born October 27, 1941 in Louisville, Kentucky, son of Louis and Elizabeth (Callis) Leister. He married Charlotte Wilkerson. She preceded him in death September 13, 2020.

William is survived by his sons, Brian Leister of Manhattan, NY, and Brad Leister of Noble; sister, Bonnie French of Newton; brother, Steve Leister of Flora; granddaughter, Halen Saxon and husband, Max of Abilene, TX and two great-granddaughters.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte and his parents.

Cremation rites were accorded with Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

The Olney Gazette, Olney, IL – September 24, 2020