M. Lee Heath

M. Lee Heath, Jr. CHARLOTTE - Mr. Heath, of Charlotte, N.C, died on September 4, 2012. He was born in Charlotte, North Carolina on August 25, 1952. He was the son of Anne Purnell Heath of Richmond, Virginia, and the late M. Lee Heath. Mr. Heath graduated from Virginia Episcopal High School ("VES") in Lynchburg, VA, and North Carolina State University, where he was on both the varsity tennis and fencing teams. He was an avid tennis player and, even after his ACC accomplishments, won many tennis and squash tournaments and championships including every category of racquet championship at The Charlotte Country Club. When prevented from continuing to participate in tennis and squash due to a variety of orthopedic issues, Lee started playing more golf. He very much enjoyed playing a round of golf on a beautiful day and Lee's golf friends appreciated his diligent organization of their informal group. Lee began his 37-year Federal Government career with the U.S. Department of the Treasury as a Secret Service Agent during the administration of President Ford. During his training, he quickly became certified as an Expert Marksman. Most recently, he served as a Senior Special Agent for the Federal Investigative Service. In addition to his work, which he greatly enjoyed, he was a devoted alumnus of VES, an active member of The Society of The Cincinnati, and a member of Christ Episcopal Church and The Charlotte Country Club. As a member of The Charlotte Rifle & Pistol Club, Lee enjoyed not only shooting but sharing his vast knowledge of firearms and their safety with his friends. He also looked forward to dove hunting in the fall and spent many weekend afternoons honing his archery skills. He loved cats and dogs, especially his Jack Russell terriers. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his sister, Anne Heath Hardage, of Richmond, Virginia; two nieces, Heath Hardage Lee (James Christopher) of Des Moines, Iowa and Morgan Hardage Engel (Matthew Brendon) of Richmond, Virginia and five great nieces and nephews. He also is survived by his former wife and friend, Jennifer Rokus Heath. A private burial service will be held at Evergreen Cemetery followed by a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. on September 15, 2012, at Christ Episcopal Church, 1412 Providence Road, Charlotte, North Carolina. The family will receive friends in the Parish Hall of the Church immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Virginia Episcopal School, 400 VES Road, Lynchburg, Virginia 24503. Condolences may be offered at www.HarryandBryantFuneralHome.com.