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Lester P. Coers

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[September 10, 2025]  NEW HOLLAND - Lester P. Coers, 72 of New Holland, IL passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, in the comfort of his own home.

Service:  A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

Funeral home: Fricke-Calvert-Schrader, Lincoln   

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Lester P. Coers, 72 of New Holland, IL passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, in the comfort of his own home.

Lester was born on June 27, 1953, in Lincoln, IL, the son of Edgar and Analina (Conrady) Coers.

Lester is survived by his children, April Goodwin, David (Jessica Sizemore) Coers, and Cara (Jeremy Miner) Coers; his brothers, Lynn (Sue) Coers, Alvin (Arlene) Coers, and Stanley (Scarlett) Coers; his grandchildren, Autumn, Xavier, Jude, Duane, Ava, Xavier, Liam, Ziva, and Caroline; and his two great-grandchildren; and his neighbors, who he loved chatting with.

Lester was preceded in death by his parents.

Lester enjoyed spending time in his garage creating things and woodworking. Lester could often be found on his scooter in town watching people do their building projects.

Lester was a volunteer fireman for many years in New Holland and also helped farm there as well. He was born with a big heart and would help anyone in need.

Cremation rites have been accorded by Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home in Lincoln, IL. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

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