Lester Kay Peterson

Lester Kay Peterson of Burley passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Lester’s parents are Delbert and Margaret Peterson. His siblings are sister, Gae (Keith) Denning of Bonners Ferry, Id. and sister, Joan Peterson of Burley, Id. Lester married Violet Goodluck and they were married for forty-two years. Their children are Violet L. (Robert)Rogers of Heyburn, Idaho and son, Lester (Les) Kay Peterson Jr.(deceased).

Lester’s grandchildren are Isaiah, Mariah, Katelyn, and William. He also has several nieces and nephews. Lester enjoyed riding his wheelchair around town. He also enjoyed the times his grandchildren and daughter came to visit. He will be missed dearly by his little companion Dolly.

Memorial Service with be held 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at the VFW Hall in Burley. A Private Family Gathering will follow at 12:00.p.m. Services are under the direction of Morrison Payne Funeral Home.