Lester Walter Guthrie Sr. 83, of Berrien Center, passed away on Dec. 17, 2010 at his residence.

Services for Lester will be held at Mission Hills Memorial Chapel on Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010 at 1 p.m. with a time of visitation one hour prior. In keeping with Lester’s wishes the family would like those attending to dress casual.

Memorial contributions may be made to Berrien County 4-H youth development; 1737 Hillandale Rd., Benton Harbor, Mich. 49022 or The Berrien County Foster Parents Program.

Condolences, photos, and memories may be left for the family at www.brownfuneralhomeniles.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home and Mission Hills Memorial Chapel.