Lester Dale Stark, 66. of Birch Tree, Missouri passed away Sunday, July 31, 2022 at his home.  He was born to Lester Dale and Maggie May (Wilson) Stark on July 24, 1956 in Shannon County.   He was united in marriage to Eve Elaine Stark on May 26, 2005 in Eminence, Missouri.

Lester is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jimmy Stark, George Stark, David Stark, Robert Stark and Johnny Stark; sisters, Loretta Stark White, Thelma Wofford, Wilma Morgan, and daughter Kimberly Stark Borgman.

He is survived by his wife, Eve; sons, Jerry Stark of Birch Tree, MO, Cody Sickmiller (Megan), of Mountain View, MO, Dekota Weilenman of Doniphan, MO; daughters, Catherine Stark, and Skyla Weilenman, both of Birch Tree, MO; brother, Joe Stark, of Birch Tree, MO; sisters, Nadine Noble (Wayne), and Betty Caudle, both of Birch Tree, MO; and a host of grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Lester's favorite past time was going catfishing and hunting with his wife Eve.  He enjoyed staying out until 3:00 a.m. and sometimes 4:00 a.m. in the morning catching catfish.  He loved to have a good time with his family and friends.  He loved watching his grandkids grow up and loved spending time with them.  He will be missed by all who knew him.