secondary school band director, he instilled in his students a love of music and education, and was especially proud that his grandchildren share this love. Les and Cheryl were patrons of arts and education throughout their lives, attending concerts, operas, and lectures, and embarking on travels that further informed their academic and spiritual lives. His children and sons-in-law loved to talk with him about what he and Cheryl learned, and the importance of being good stewards of the earth. Les is survived by his beloved family: wife, Cheryl; daughters, Emily (David Gibson), Caryn (Chris Sundberg), and Alyssa (Eric Ostlund); grandchildren, Laura, Elizabeth, and Benjamin Gibson; sister, Leah, niece, Sarah, and nephew, Matthew Imwalle; and brother-in-law, Greg Erickson. A Celebration of Life will be held at ST. STEPEHEN'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 5700 Pheasant Hill Rd., Monona, on Saturday, Aug.18, 2018, with times to be determined. For service times and to make online condolences, please visit www.gundersonfh.com. www.gundersonfh.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lutheran World Relief. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Dr. (608) 221-5420 To read the full obituary, please click here: http://www.gundersonfh.com/obituaries/Lester-Les-Wilbert-Mahaffay?obId=3184439#/celebrationWall