Harry Lee Obituary

Harry E. Lee VIRGINIA BEACH - Retired U.S. Marine Corps Col. Harry E. Lee III passed away Monday morning, Nov. 30, 2009, in his home in Virginia Beach after a heroic battle with cancer. Harry celebrated his 67th birthday the previous day, surrounded by his family and friends. Col. Lee was born in Albany, N.Y., on Nov. 29, 1942. Harry graduated from Vincentian Institute in 1960 and then attended Villanova University on an ROTC scholarship, graduating in 1964. He earned an MBA from Pepperdine University in 1975. Col. Lee proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for 26 years. Harry Lee, a decorated F-4 pilot, served multiple tours in Vietnam. After the war, his tours of duty covered the world, which brought him and his family years of excitement. A highlight of his career in the Corps includes serving as commanding officer of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312. This squadron was immortalized in the book and movie, "The Great Santini." Harry is survived by his wife, Susan Lee of Virginia Beach; daughter, Jennifer Murphy and her husband Steve of Indian Shores, Fla.; son, Harry (Ted) Lee of Alexandria, Va.; and grandson, Austin Weaver of Harrisonburg, Va. He was predeceased by his youngest son, Conor Lee, also of Virginia Beach. Following retirement, Col. Lee settled in Virginia Beach and worked for several defense contractors. Since 2001, he has been employed by Savi Technology. His lifelong hobby was golf. He tried to fill up his free time playing as much as his health would allow. The family will be receiving visitors Tuesday, Dec. 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. There will be a funeral will be Wednesday, Dec. 9, at 11 a.m. Both will be held at The Church of Ascension, 4853 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his honor to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or at https://www. tg.stjude.org/documents/memorial_donation form.pdf. Cremation Society of Virginia, Hampton Roads office, is assisting the family.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Dec. 3, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Harry Lee

9 Entries

Frank W. Schultz Jr.

August 28, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of this. Jennifer...I have 2 pictures of our parents together in Hawaii. It's from when my Dad graduated from Chaminade. We lived on Red Hill but we met when our Dads were stationed in Kanaohe at the air base. I know I spelled that wrong. My brother was named ED.

Gregory & Janet Shinnick

December 12, 2009

Mrs. Lee, Jennifer and Ted - Gregory and I were so sorry to hear of the Colonel's passing. It was such a treat to spend Easter with both he and Susan and it brought back so many good memories of past times with all of you. He was a wonderful, kind man and will be missed by all who were lucky to have known him. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.

robert williams

December 10, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about the Col's.passing. I tried for over a year to track him down but had no luck. Sue i want you to know he was the best CO that i had. We served together in VMFA-312 1984-85.May God bless and keep you and your family safe. SGTMAJ

Jim and Judy Cobb

December 7, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of Harry's passing. He is with God now and out of pain. I know how hard it is on all your family as you say goodbye. Janet has spoken so often of you all, we feel like we know you.

God bless you and your family as you come to grips with this sad time in your lives.

December 4, 2009

Dear Susan and Family;

I was sorry to hear of Harry's passing. I had the good pleasure of working with him for several years while he worked for Intermec. I hope that you and your family can soon come to a place of peace and understanding.

Wayne Johnson

Col (Dr) James A. Ruffer USAF (Ret)

December 4, 2009

Dear Susan and Family,

I extend my heartfelt condolences to you and the family. I did not know Harry personally, but I know of him and I served in the Marine Corps Aviation Community with him. I do not have to have known him to extend my heartfelt sorrow at his passing. I know something of what this means to you, and I hope and trust that you will all be well and find the peace and happiness that you so greatly deserve. I honor you, Susan, along with Harry for your service to our country and to the Marines. May God bless you and keep you and bring you together into one anothers presence again.

Marty Lazar

December 4, 2009

To Susan and the Lee Family: Kyoko and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Harry was a fine Marine and will be missed by his many friends in Basic Class 5-65 and later tours in the Corps. May he Rest In Peace.

Marty Lazar
Colonel, U.S. Marine Corps, Retired

Joe Homer

December 3, 2009

A good Marine and fine stick on the golf course and in the aircraft. RIP. Semper Fi, Harry, Semper Fi!

Joe "Toad" Homer
Major USMC (Ret)

Carolyn Childress

December 3, 2009

Susan,

John and I are saddened to hear of your loss. We remember fondly how Harry and you welcomed Clayton in your home. I always felt my son had a second set of parents. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Carolyn and John Cildress

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