In Memory of

Lester

H.

Davis

MD

Obituary for Lester H. Davis MD

Lester H. Davis, MD, age 83, died peacefully on March 22 surrounded by his family; beloved husband and best friend for 62 years of Beverly, nee Katz; extraordinary father of Jonathan (Pamela), Rochelle (Ken Rolling), Elaine (Wayne) Braverman, Laura (Dan) Slowey and Phil (Linda); devoted grandpa of Julia Benker, Micah (Genevieve) Davis, Evan and Joel Halpop, Emily (Jordan) Lemick, Brian Rolling, Jessi and Ali Braverman, Hannah, Kevin, and Grace Slowey, Marie and Megan Davis; loving son of the late Arthur and the late Anne; brother of the late Lois (late Lewis) Stein; dear brother-in-law of Blanche (late David) Slav and the late Bernie (late Annette) and the late Melvin (late Noreen) Katz; fond uncle to many nieces and nephews. Lester was a mentor, and left an indelible mark on the lives of his family and friends. He graduated from Von Steuben High School, Carleton College, and Northwestern Medical School. He was a beloved physician, practicing at Michael Reese Hospital and Trinity Hospital, formerly South Chicago Community Hospital, where he held an office for many years. After retirement from his practice, he did home visits for many years. Lester loved living an active life and enjoyed playing tennis until late last year. He dearly loved his time at his lake house on Dutch Hollow Lake. Service Monday, 12 Noon at The Chapel, 8851 Skokie Blvd., Skokie (at Niles Center Rd.). Interment Westlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Ketura Hadassah, www.hadassah.org/chicago-north-shore/, Healthy Schools Campaign, www.healthyschoolscampaign.org or to the charity of your choice. Info: The Goldman Funeral Group, www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com (847) 478-1600.