Lester "Don" Clarkson
September 24, 1938 - May 4, 2022
Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch Lester Donald Clarkson, 83, of Southaven, MS passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Lebanon Cemetery (8691 Bethel Rd. Olive Branch, MS) Don was born on September 24, 1938 in Branson, MO. He was a Mason, a deputy in the Civil Air Patrol, a lieutenant for the sheriff’s department and a sergeant in the Air Force. Don enjoyed flying, helicopters, motorcycles, horseback riding, but he loved his corvette. He was a workaholic but took time to travel in his motor home. Don owned Heritage Nursery and Gardening Center in Southaven, MS. Don is survived by his wife, June Ann Clarkson of Southaven; sons, Mark Clarkson of Memphis, TN, Gregory Scott Clarkson (Burnetta) of Olive Branch, MS, Brad (Christy) Clarkson of Hernando, MS; step-son, Mike Hastings (Carol); step-daughter, Kelli Gray (Jimmy) and numerous grandchildren. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Virgie Reed and Corvin Clarkson and step-daughter Kerri Williams. Online condolences may be left on his Tribute Wall at www.colemanfuneralhome.com.
Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch Lester Donald Clarkson, 83, of Southaven, MS passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Lebanon Cemetery (8691 Bethel Rd. Olive Branch,... View Obituary & Service Information