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William D. Lee Jr. PORTSMOUTH - William David "Duke" Lee Jr. went to his heavenly Father, Aug. 5, 2008. He retired as a master firefighter from the Virginia Beach Fire Department. He was a beloved son, husband, father and grandfather. A legacy of love was left to cherish his wife, Ella R. Lee; two daughters, Laura and Monica Lee and a grandson, Kaleb Xavier, all of Portsmouth; his parents, William D. and Mary Lee Sr. of Portsmouth; two sisters, Rosemary Lee Brooks (David) of Washington, D.C., and Shirley Lee Wilson of Portsmouth; five brothers, James, Jimmie and Mark Lee (Linda) of Richmond, Robert (Suzanne) and Ray Lee (Cynthia) of Portsmouth. He also leaves behind a mother-in-law, Daisy Daye of Portsmouth; a host of brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends, his extended family at the Virginia Beach Fire Department and PAPCO Oil Company. The viewing will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at Corprew Funeral Home, 1822 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth. The homegoing service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at the Tabernacle Christian Church, 2500 E. Washington St., Suffolk. Interment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, 3920 Airline Blvd., Chesapeake. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to the American Cancer Society.
Memories and Condolences
for William Lee
25 Entries
Karen Sears
August 19, 2008
Monica and Laura I understand were you are emotionally at this time in the lost of your Father. Stay strong as a family and in God. I am sorry for your lost.
Karen Sears
August 19, 2008
Ella I am truly sorry for your lost. Through this trying time just pray and believe that God will bring you through it. I am a phone call away.
Jennifer Brinkley
August 18, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss I know this is a hard time for you all. You have my deepest sympathy and I am here for you all. Love you very much!! I will keep you in my prayers.
Thomas and Kimberly Taylor
August 15, 2008
Mrs. Lee and family,
Our family is very sorry for your lost. We will hold Mr. Lee and you in our hearts we will miss him dearly. Our prays are with you . He was a great friend.
Thomas and Kimberly Taylor
Debbie Pierce-Washington
August 14, 2008
Ella and Family,
Sincere sympathy in the loss of your loved one. As the days and weeks pass, and you return to life's routine, let your wonderful memories of William bring you peace and joy. May Gods love and the support of family and friends bring comfort and strength to you.
"Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal" Even in times like these God still gets the Glory.
alan white
August 14, 2008
May God Bless you in your loss. Lee was a great friend. Keep your head up and your hands in GOD's hand
Alan F. White/Portsmouth Fire Department & PAPCO
Michael & Michelle Boyd
August 14, 2008
Mrs. Lee, Laura, & Monica:
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Mr. Lee is in excellent hands now. May the peace of God continue to strengthen you as you say goodbye to your African King & hero, "The Duke". We will keep you in our prayers.
To Laura:
Keep your head up & keep smiling. Know that trials come to make you stronger, and you're a lot stronger than you think. If you need to talk, laugh, cry, or need me to make your favorite macaroni & cheese; if you need anything, please call me. I'm always here for you!
Linda Keel-Lee
August 13, 2008
I am truly sorry for your lost. I know you have heard he's in a better place and although you know this, it doesn't make it any easier. I will pray for your family to be strong and to help each other.
Georgene Huggett
August 13, 2008
Ella, Laura, and Monnie,
Your loss saddens me. You are special people to me and I wish you strength to get through this. Stick together ladies, you're going to need each other more than ever. Your loss is great. Dave was a gentle giant and I will always remember him fondly as a man who loved and protected his family.
Blanche Davis
August 13, 2008
Ella, I know it is difficult but God is with you and I'm also here for you. Remember to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
Olivia Footman-Walker
August 13, 2008
Monica, I'm deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your father. I'm praying for your strength and comfort.
Pearl Davis
August 13, 2008
Ella and family, the prayers of my family are with you. Duke will remain forever in all of our hearts. Lean on the Lord and He will provide comfort and remember your angel is watching over all of you from heaven above.
Nikki
August 13, 2008
Mrs. Lee and Family I just want offer my condolence during this trying time, know that our family is there if you need us . The Weston Family
Suzi Thurmond
August 13, 2008
Miss Ella and Family-
I believe there is a special place in heaven for firefighters, who are true heroes. Thank you for sharing your firefighter with us. My thoughts are with you all as you celebrate his life.
Lila Love
August 13, 2008
For Mrs. Lee and Rose Brooks (sister of Mr. Lee)
The passing of your husband and brother saddens our hearts also. We knew of the love Mrs. Brooks had for her brother and how concerned Mrs. Brooks was before his passing. Our prayers are with the family and I trust that with each awakening morning, the pain of the loss will be somewhat eased. Mrs. Brooks, know that we love you, we are praying for you and that you are a part of our extended family at Old Dominion University.
Upward Bound Program Old Dominion University
August 13, 2008
Rose,
Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time, know that God is there and He will strenghten you in your time of need.
Phyllis Easterling
August 13, 2008
Ella and Family: I am so sorry to hear of your great lost. I will keep you and your family in prayer.
Monnie Lee
August 12, 2008
Dad, I love you so much and I will miss you deeply but your spirit will always be in my heart. I will see you again one day and make sure you behave up there with the Big Guy. Your unforgetable daughter!
Donna & Rebecca A.
August 12, 2008
Miss Ella and Family,
You all have been such a support to us. Thank you for being there for us on so many occasions. We will continue to lift you all up in prayer. We will certainly miss Mr. Lee and his pleasant attitude. I'm going to miss seeing him working in the yard. Our hearts go out to you along with our heartfelt prayers.
Blessings from your neighbors,
Sheila Harris Harris
August 12, 2008
My condolences goes out to you and your family. God Bless you Ella keep you in my prayers.
Eric & Wendy Palmer
August 12, 2008
I use to work with Mr. Lee at PAPCO years ago, and he usually had a smile to greet me. He alway's said "you can have anything in life you want". Our thought's and prayer's go out to the Lee family at your time of sorrow. Eric & Wendy Palmer.
Beverly (Miller) Reid
August 12, 2008
Ella, I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. You are so loved by me.
Shirlene Quarles , Dominigue Lee
August 12, 2008
My condolences to the family David will be missed by all, Remember there is no more suffering he has gone to a better place life in a new stronghold where there is sunday everyday, I will pray for you and your family , weeping in the night and cries of sorrow but there is joy in the morning , My deepest sympathy for all of you in this time of your loss .
Carol Meroney
August 12, 2008
Duke, you will be missed by all that knew you. You are an Angel among us now. God Bless your family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Peggy Boone
August 12, 2008
Ella
So very very sorry to hear of your lost. You and your family are in my prayers
Your Friend
Peggy Boone
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