Lester Summerall, age 88, passed away Sunday, August 15, 2010 in Punta Gorda, FL.. He was born February 12, 1922 in Arcadia, Fl., moving to Fort Lauderdale, Fl. for fourteen years before returning to DeSoto County. Lester was a very loving and caring father and grandfather. He was a member of the Church of God, past City Councilman and the first to open a Florida vehicle inspection station in the state. Lester served our Country in the United States Army. He also enjoyed playing golf, raising cattle and working in his yard. He is survived by one daughter; Debbie S. Hall of Arcadia, FL. two grandchildren; Diau Hall and Stephanie Hall, both of Arcadia, Fl. Lester was preceded in death by his wife, Sarah Summerall, parents Robert L. and Addie Mansfield Summerall, three sisters and one brother. Graveside services will be Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at 10:00AM at Oak Ridge Cemetery with Rev. Richard Englert and Rev. Jimmie Collins officiating. Online condolences can be made at pongerkaysgrady.com Ponger-Kays-Grady Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.