Lester G. Jiles, Sr., 75, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at his home. He was born on June 1, 1951, in York, PA to the late John Leroy, Sr. and Esther (Aikens) Jiles.
After high school, Lester enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Later in life, he was employed by Letterkenny Army Depot as a Welder and eventually became a Union Representative. He enjoyed being a Union Representative and helping his fellow employees in any way he could. He formerly attended Bethel AME Church in York, PA, but more recently attended Unity in Christ Church in Chambersburg, PA. Throughout his life, Lester was a boxer, a trainer at Gold’s Gym, a handyman, a gourmet cook, and enjoyed yardwork, riding his bicycle, and volunteering his time at both the Salvation Army and VisionQuest.
He is survived by his wife, Tina Jiles of Chambersburg, PA, whom he married on June 10, 1972; son Lester G. Jiles, Jr. of Phoenixville, PA and his children Tucker, Leslie, and Jenna; son Isaiah Jiles (Jackie A. Jiles) and their children Yasmeen Faith Jiles, Jaqueis Staple, Malik Woodley, Jahzaiah Jiles, and Patrice Jiles; daughter Jackie Jiles (Eddie) of Chambersburg, PA; extended family Kevorris Benjamin, Michael Jordan, Jackael Aaron, Jahniieha Aaron, Jaheem Aaron, Malika, Amya, and Aly; brother John L. Jiles, Jr. (Catherine) of York, PA; brother Steven Jiles (Sharon) of York, PA; brother David Jiles of Harrisburg, PA; sister Carleen Jiles of York, PA; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters Esther “Dutchie” Jiles and Linda Jiles.
Lester was a devout believer in Christ. He would encourage everyone he met to know Christ and have a relationship with him as that was a big part of his life.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Unity in Christ Church, 4301 Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg, PA 17202 with Pastor Lois Waters officiating. Burial will follow in Lebanon Cemetery in Chambersburg, PA. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service on Saturday, from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM at the church.
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