He was a retired Arkansas Highway Department Superintendent, a Korean War Veteran and a member of the First Baptist Church of Monticello. He was a member of the VFW and the American Legion where he served as Commander.
He was also a member of the Arkansas Highway Department Retirees Association, a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the "Over The Hill" Band. He was to receive on November 12th of this year the Cross Of Military Service presented by the Daughters of the American Revolution.
He was preceded in death by an infant son; a daughter, Leslie Larance; four brothers, Colby Rabb, Grover Rabb, Joe Rabb and Roth Rabb; and a sister, Katie Raines.
Survivors include his wife, Ann Lytle Rabb of Monticello; two brothers, Tom Rabb of Monticello and Ibb Rabb of Sugarland, TX; two sisters, Camille Berryman and Janie Fuller both of Monticello; two grandchildren, Annslie Larance of Little Rock and Dr. Jeremy Larance and wife, Dr. Paula of Wheeling, WV; and one great grandson, Gabriel "Gabe" Larance and a special young friend, Joey Donaldson.
Pallbearers are Sean Cody Gentry, Roth E. Rabb, Edgar Rabb, Jimmy Berryman, Eddie Rabb, Ralph Hunter and Billy Mitchell. Honorary Pallbearers are Chuck Cater, Warner Vining, Gilbert Thomas and Charles Quimby.
Officiating ministers are Rev. Buddy Lemons and Rev. Kevin Henry.
Condolences(36)
Sherry Carson
Monticello, AR Sunday, October 4, 2009 Ms. Ann, We are sorry about your loss and sorry we did n't hear about it until this week. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Please let us know if we can do anything for you. May God Bless and Comfort you.Our deepest sympathy,
Sherry and Scott Carson
Janice "Gladden" McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Friday, October 2, 2009 Anne, So sad to hear about Lester. You were such a wonderful couple and I know it will hard to loose him. My heart goes out to you at this time and please know I love you. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Love you, Janice "Gladden" McAllsiterPAT SAVAGE
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 1, 2009 My thoughts and prayers are with you.Stacey Young-Davis
, AR Wednesday, September 30, 2009 Miss Ann, Jeremy and Annslie,I just heard the news and I'm so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeanie Ferguson Donaldson
Monticello, AR Monday, September 28, 2009 I am sorry to hear about your loss.Jeanie and Tony
Ross and Cheri Norris
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 26, 2009 I just heard of Mr. Lesters passing. Mrs. Ann you and Annslie are in our thought and prayers. There are not many men left like Mr. Lester and his passing will leave a space hard to fill! Rest in peace Mr. Lester..you were one of he Best!Butch and Judy Selig
, TX Saturday, September 26, 2009 Ms. Ann, Annslie, and family,We are sorry for your loss and extend our deepest sympathy at this time.
Love and prayers,
Butch and Judy Selig
Kerry & Karen "Hicks" Withers
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 26, 2009 Mrs. Ann,I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Karen & Kerry Withers
and Family
Melinda and Katelyn Elliott
Camden, AR Friday, September 25, 2009 Momma Ann, Annslie and Jeremy....we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Men Daddy was a very special person. He will be greatly missed by all. We are very blessed to have known such a special person. Your family holds a very special place in our hearts. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless each of you and give you comfort.Love,
Melinda, Katelyn and Annette
Beverly Wiscaver Stevenson
Spring Lake, MI Thursday, September 24, 2009 Ms. Ann and family, I was so sorry to hear about the death of Mr. Lester. Your family was always very special to me. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.James & Gladys Youngblood
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 24, 2009 Our deepest sympathy to your family.Will & Susan Thomasson
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 24, 2009 We are thinking of you Ms. Ann & all of your family at this time. We are so sorry for your loss.Debbie Grimes Ogg
Fayetteville, AR Wednesday, September 23, 2009 Mrs. Rabb, I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Rabb. I have fond memories of Highway Dept. gatherings with you all. My mom (Ouida Grimes) thought alot of your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Debbie Grimes Ogg
Rodney and Phyllis Parnell
Warren, AR Wednesday, September 23, 2009 Dear Mrs. Ann, Jeremy, and Annslie,So sorry for your loss of Mr. Lester. Know that you all will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless each of you and give you comfort.
Love,
Rodney and Phyllis Parnell
Lori McCoy
Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 23, 2009 Mr. Rabb was a wonderful person. I enjoyed having the opportunity of being one of his therapist. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. God bless.Kathy Garrison Smith
McRae, AR Wednesday, September 23, 2009 Mrs. Rabb,I am so sorry to hear your loss. Mr. Rabb will always hold a special place in my heart.
Love, Kathy
Lynn Lytle Culver
South Padre Island, TX, TX Wednesday, September 23, 2009 Ann,I wish to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Lester was a most loving and caring husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was also a fine man and a Christian. He showed it and lived it. He had a gentle spirit about him.
I hope that you can find comfort in knowing that he is now in a better place and has been united with Leslie.
My love to all of you.
Lynn Lytle Culver
Heather Perry
Warren, AR Wednesday, September 23, 2009 My thoughts are with all of you. You have always been like a second family to me. Love you all!!Judy Story Hopkins
Star City, AR Wednesday, September 23, 2009 Ann,Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mother also sends her love.
Love,
Judy
Andy (& Terrie) Briant
Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 23, 2009 Mrs. Ann and family. So Sorry to hear of Mr. Lester's passing. He was a very kind and gracious gentleman. A good friend to my dad, the late John F. Briant and all of us. He will be sorely missed by many but he is in a much better place now. May God bless and comfort you all as only He can in this difficult time. We'll soon see Jesus and Mr. Lester and all our saved loved ones who have gone on ! Love,Andy, Terrie and Jean Briant
Paige (Hill) Stell
Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 23, 2009 Ms. Ann and family - my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mr. Lester wouldn't want you to be sad. His battle is over and he is at peace. Remember the happy times. Find comfort in knowing that he is with God and his little girl now.Love, Paige, John, Jayson, Colt, Brad, Jake, & Jared
BCMC ER Staff
Warren, AR Wednesday, September 23, 2009 Mrs. Rabb and family, The ER staff of BCMC have you all in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. Rabb will be missed.Allen Jeter
Crossett, AR Tuesday, September 22, 2009 Mrs. Ann,Just read this about Mr. Rabb and I just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I always remember Mr. Rabb as such a nice person and really fun to be around and visit with each and everytime I came around ya'lls house back in the good ole days. May God be with you in these coming days and comfort you. Love you and thinking about you. Al
Larry & Sherry Collins
Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 22, 2009 Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless each of you.Kim and David Hoffman
Conway, AR Tuesday, September 22, 2009 Ms. Ann, Jeremy and Annslie,Our hearts go out to you during this sad time. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kim and David Hoffman
Richard & Judy Vernor
Arkadelphia, AR Tuesday, September 22, 2009 Mr. Lester was a fine man. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with the family at this time. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.Judy & Richard Vernor
ANN RABB CURRY
ANGLETON, TX Tuesday, September 22, 2009 Ann: We received the message on the way back to Houston Monday morning, so sorry.Hewas so special, I have great memories of us living close by and raising 3 beautiful daughters.Jamie will be coming up with Sean Cody, sorry I cannot come but I have to stay close by for my aged mother. My love and prayers are with you and your family.
Owen & Gwen Stanford
Selma, AR Tuesday, September 22, 2009 Ann,We are thinking of you and your's and wishing you peace.
Gwen and Owen
Judy and French Wynne,Jr.
, TX Tuesday, September 22, 2009 Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Mr. Rabb will be missed dearly!Raymond Chisom
Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 22, 2009 Mr. Lester was always the bestSharon Perry Reynolds
Griffithville, AR Tuesday, September 22, 2009 Dear Rabb Family,I am sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Rabb. He was a fine man. He worked with my Dad, Walter Perry, many years at the Highway Department. He also came to see the family last year when my mom, Eula Perry passed away. You are in our prayers
Joye Splawn
Warren, AR Tuesday, September 22, 2009 Anne, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you, Annslie, Jeremy and family are in my prayers. My heart aches for all of you.God bless you.
joye splawn
Carol Moore and Family
Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 22, 2009 God Bless You Mama Ann. We love you and Min Daddy. You are all in our prayers. Love you AnnsleyEleanor Hatley Gibbons
Little Rock, AR Monday, September 21, 2009 Ann,I did not look up to see you leave until you had already left the building this morning. I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I did not even know Lester was in the Ar. Heart Hospital. From what I understand from our chaplain, he went peacefully. May God be with you.
Eleanor Hatley Gibbons
Sarah Blackmon
Monticello, AR Monday, September 21, 2009 Deepest sympathy to the family on the loss of Lester. Our prayers are with you. Charles Jackson and Sarah BlackmonBrie'Anne Griffin
Prescott, AR Monday, September 21, 2009 I love you all so, so much! Thinking about and praying for you all. Men Daddy was such a great man and I don't think he ever met a stranger. He will be sorely missed.