Lester Calvin Eckberg

August 12, 1924 - September 14, 2017

Lester C. Eckberg, 93, of Princeton, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2017 at KSB Hospital in Dixon, IL. He was born on August 12, 1924 in Bureau Township to Olof and Ida (Almstron) Eckberg. Lester was one of 9 boys and 2 girls born. He married Nola Arlene Bennett on March 30, 1946. They lived in the Princeton area throughout their lives. Arlene preceded him in death on March 10, 2006. He very proudly served in the United States Army during WWII, alongside four of his brothers. Lester also served at Camp Grant in Rockford, IL guarding German soldiers during WWII. After the war, he worked at the United States Postal Service until his retirement. Lester is survived by many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Veterans Honor Flight. A graveside service will take place at Elm Lawn Memorial Park on Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at 10:00 am. Online condolences may be left at norbergfh.com