Lester E. Alumbaugh
February 13, 1929 ~ July 27, 2008
Survivors include Lester's wife, Patricia L. Alumbaugh; children Gregory L. Alumbaugh & Julie L. Roberson; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two brothers, James Alumbaugh & Paul Alumbaugh; & two sisters, Mary Brown & Ruth Milligan.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
Dear Family of Lester Alumbaugh, I am sorry about the lost of your loved one. Words cannot describe feelings in a time like this. We can get comfort from the Bible at Psalm 55:22. Keep memories of your past loved one close.
It was wonderful being with Les and Pat a year at Larson AFB,flying our Sabres to England on Fox Able 9, and together three years at Shepherds Grove. We will never forget two of the nicest people in the world. Ernie & Phyllis Pile
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I’ll cherish the times I got to listen to his stories of family and experiences past and will really miss him.
What a shock and great sadness to get Greg’s message. I remember all the great times we had going out to dinner together, mostly to celebrate special times. Love and condolences to Pat and family.
Pat and Family, very sorry to hear about Les’ death. I trained under him and Ross Beamer in the 16th TRS at Shaw in 1965, then deployed to RVN with the Squadron. Never was there a more patient nor gentle nor skilled pilot, officer and gentleman as Les. I had absolute respect for him the entire time I served as a junior officer under his able guidance.
Dear Alumbaugh family, We share your sorrow. Les was a kind and gentle boss and a great friend. We will keep you in our prayers.
We never saw Les without a smile on his face, The Air Force has lost one of it’s best. Please accept our deepest sympathy, With love, Eunice, Bob and family
I greatly enjoyed those years with Les in the 19th and 16th TRS.
Les was one of the finest i served undercommanders i was in the 4415ccts asa young airman. Richard Colwell former Sgt USAF 68-73  14trs 69-70 71-73
Les was one of the finest i served undercommanders i was in the 4415ccts asa young airman. Richard Colwell former Sgt USAF 68-73  14trs 69-70 71-73
In the mid 60’s Les was a role model to the young backseater RF4C pilots that flew and worked with him in the training for and eventual combat missions in Veitnam. His positive outlook and humor will always be treasured by all of us.
So long, my friend; you were a good mentor to me when I came to the 16th TRS in Saigon in 1966. Scotty Schoolfield
Will miss Uncle Lester’s 1000 watt smile and kind heart. Our thoughts and prays are with you Aunt Patty and your family. Jodi Brown (Lucille White’s granddaughter)
Les was one of the true example setters for all of us 2nd Lts when we reported to Shaw as backseaters in the RF-4C. He’ll be truly missed. Pappy
What a wonderful man and what a beautiful smile! I surely will miss him. My thoughts, prayers, and love are with you all, as you go through this difficult time and in the days to come.
A truly wonderful person, who will be missed immensely by the Recce community. God Speed. Glynn
Thank you for being so kind and welcoming us to your home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Patty, Greg, Julie and to the rest of the family. Lester was such an inspiration to everyone and such a joy to be around always. Our deepest sympathy is with all of you during this very sad time. Love Jeff & Susan Alumbaugh
Please accept my condolences. I enjoyed serving in the 19th Tac with Les at Toul Rosieres 1962-63. We visited at the B-66 Destroyer reunion at Wright Patterson. He always seemed to me to be a warm and considerate man.
I was deeply saddened to learn of Les’ passing. I always looked forward to seeing him at the 19th TRS reunions, and remembering our days at Toul-Rosieres.
Patty, Greg and Julie, Uncle Lester was always full of love, wisdom, positive advice and set a high standard for all. I will never forget him telling me to pursue what you’re passionate about and you will most likely be happy in life. He exhibited that passion in his our life with a long career in aviation and an unconditional love for all of his family members. Uncle Lester will be missed, but never forgotten; he truly influenced all of our lives.
Pat and family, We were so saddened to hear about Lester and our deepest condolences go out to you at this difficult time.
Marlene and I are very sorry for your loss. Les was a wonderful man and a great officer. Sincerely Jim and Marlene Brovelli
With deep regret..one of the finest from the 16TRS Vietnam 65-66
Les and I were class mates in Air Force pilot training. We go back as far as 1949. Visits with Pat and Les over the years at reunions and in our home are found memories. Sorry we are not there to sign in person. Our condolance to you Pat and family Sincerely, Jim and Phyllis Mulligan
Always an Officer and Gentleman; great jock and knew how to enjoy life to the fullest
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hate to lose one of the best !!
Patty Sorry to hear of your loss.I know what you are going thru. Take care. Love Bernie
Patti, Julie, and Greg you all are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Uncle Lester was one of kind. He was so intelligent and full of wisdom. We all looked up to him. He will be greatly missed. We love you, Chris and Cindy
Dear Pat, Greg, Julie, and all the family– We really pray for you to have peace and healing at this time. We’ve been through this loss and know what it means and how having people reaching out is the very best solace. Take care. We’re thinking of you.
Dear Pat, Greg, Julie and family–I was so sorry to hear about Lester. I am very happy that I got to spend time with him in Idaho and get reacquainted. His smile could light up a room. I know he will be missed. With much love, Debbie Cahill
Patty,Greg,Julie We cannot begin to express how sorry we all are the for the loss Leck my brother. We have so many fond memories of him and family,love you all jim
Pat, I’ll always hold onto those memories of you and Les at Toul, and at the past 19th TRS reunions.