Les I was saddened to hear you'd died. I miss your smiling face and ready guidance

You made great contributions to many programs, research and activities over your long successful career at the University. But most of all, you touched many with your kindness and willingness to share yourself with others in a very spirited way.  You will be missed, rest in peace.   --- Russ Lewis

"Say not in grief that he is no more, but say in thankfulness that he was".  
Les, thanks for the gift of your friendship for over 30 years and your honesty, good nature, and wise counsel.  We will miss you.

"Lester" you were a nice guy and my colleague for nearly 40 years, but more importantly you were a genuinely good man and my friend.  Rest well my friend, rest well.

Les, I miss talking to you about parking issues, NASCAR, and hassling you about "state-buy" vehicles. You were always warm and lighthearted with a great laugh and smile, and will be missed very much.

Les, I will truly miss you and our railroad discussions, your leadership for NAPM-IE along with your assistance you provided when you handed me the baton to keep the monthly newsletter going!  I hope you can start on a massive HO scale layout so if I get the opportunity to join you in heaven we can run trains all day and night!  I am truly blessed to have known you!  Andy Z

You will be missed. I'll even miss being called snake lips and turkey breath.  You were more like a brother than coworker.   Farewell my friend.  Dolores.

You will missed by so many because you were a true friend. You were always there for many friends!  We had so many memories with NAPM-Inland Empire, many dinners and many conversations. You were a great speaker and loved your teachings!  I always enjoyed our lunches and great conversations. you were gone to early in life! Much love!   Barb OKeefe

Les, you will be remembered as a true purchasing professional, your great sense of humor, and a tremendous work ethic. UCR was a better place because of you and your customer service. 

As a fellow Navy vet, I thank you for your service to our nation.
Sailor, rest your oar.

King Henderson

Les,  You will be missed by so many.  You were a bright light in my life with your positive attitude and big heart.  I will always think of you during the West Coast Thunder ride.  With Love, Kathy

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Donald L. Martin

October 26, 1948 – November 18, 2015

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