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for John Lee
Carrie Alsop
December 16, 2023
A great man of character and dynamic musician.
I will always remember him because he shared him talent with me as I was trying to master the piano.
I will always remember him. "My Mentor. "
Carrie Alsop, Class of '61.
Percy Pollard
December 17, 2019
Gone but not forgotten. Thank you for being a guiding force over the years. May you continue to rest in peace.
Mildred Lawson
December 30, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. You are in my prayers. John Horace was a dear friend. I will miss him at the organ and piano on Sunday. His commitment to the Lord's work was evident throughout his life in our community. Rest in Peace my friend.
Ellen Scott
December 28, 2014
It took me a while to find the words but praise be to God they are here. Mr. Lee was truly a treasure to me and my family. I shall never forget the care he took in training our dear Hope to become an even greater pianist for the Lord. He was indeed a friend of our family. The Late Rev. William Scott, Hope Elizabeth and I. Now he is resting with them in glory. The Lord bless and keep his family, friends and many who knew and loved him. We will miss his melodious playing of the organ and piano, his laughter and genuine sense of humor. My sincere condolences to Sister Alice Reid and the Lee Family and Sister Brown. Forever Grateful, Evangelist Ellen R. Scott, Laveen, Arizona
Mark Neale DDS
December 28, 2014
John will be greatly missed by all who were blessed to have known him. I thought of him as a gentleman, friend and cherished patient.
Mavis Clark
December 27, 2014
Mr. Lee was music at Central High! He made sure we knew all genres of music in band and choir. To this day I still hear the alto note in any song I listen to. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace Mr Lee.
Charles Garnett
December 27, 2014
Condolences to the Lee Family. Mr Lee was a great mentor and Music instructor . he will be greatly missed.
CB Garnett
Reginald Bassette II
December 26, 2014
Words aren't enough to show how much you are loved by your family and friends. You have touched a countless number of lives and your legacy will live on. Although our distance kept us apart your muscianship will live on in me forever.
Your godson,
Garolyn Garnett
December 26, 2014
Celebrating a life well lived. Wishing the family Peace and Comfort during this transitional period. Prayerfully submitted.
December 26, 2014
Warm thoughts of sympathy are with the Lee family and friends, along with a prayer that God will be especially close to you in the days ahead.
With Sympathy,
Lambda Lambda Omega
Chapter of
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Al (Buzz) Strachan
December 26, 2014
We can't imagine West Point without John Horace. Our condolences to the family.
Buzz and Paula
Minister Marilyn Williams
December 25, 2014
Praying that the Lord will comfort and give you peace.through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Benjamin Brown
December 25, 2014
To the family I submit with heartfelt regrets for your lost of such a wonderful great teacher who will be surely remembered and missed. God Bless each of you. Respectfully submitted, Benjamin Lee Brown, Sr (Beanie)
Donald Moore
December 25, 2014
Mr.Lee was a great,great musician--I appreciate having had the opportunity of singing under his magnificent leadership. He will be missed...By many people. Mr.Lee, rest in peace.
Carrie Alsop ( Class of '61)
December 24, 2014
I will remember many good things about Mr. Lee. He had me to accompany him by playing the piano for the school choir at times. That was inspiring. He told me I was a second soprano not and alto. He was always to the point and correct every time. I will always remember his candid demeanor. I am extending prayers and sympathy to the family.
wilbur walker
December 24, 2014
john horace will be missed he was a pillar in our community! a great teacher
and motivator! he was a friend and caring
person!
Alesia S. Holmes
December 24, 2014
We all will miss you so . But you are with the Father and the Son now rest in peace
Sabrina Hall -Garnett
December 24, 2014
A great musician such as he. Mr Lee was a great educator and a kind person. He took great pride in his music.
Rest in peace, Mr Lee.
Angela Booker-Harris
December 24, 2014
Many fond memories of a great man and music legend from my childhood and teenage years. My condolences and God's comfort and continued blessings to the family. (Daughter of Rudarth & Estelle Booker)
Rhonda Smolich Walton
December 24, 2014
My deepest sympathy. He was one of the best musician I ever met. King & Queen Central was never the same after Mr. John Lee left. When I attend local parades or concerts, I always think of how Central's band use to rock when he was there. His memories will live on. RIP Mr. John Lee
Pamela Braxton-Jackson-Randolph
December 24, 2014
I was a student of Mr. Lee and I was in chorus for four years he was not only a teacher, but a friend as well. He will be missed such a wonderful addition to the CHS family. Gone but never forgotten. Prayers and blessings to the family.
Bobby Booker
December 24, 2014
Mr. Lee was a very special man and music teacher. Whenever I saw him after many years, I will never forget how his face lit up with a smile. He formed a quartet of Donald Epps, DuPont Smith, Cordery Morris and myself and, believe it or not, we went to the State Finals in 1964. He made all of his students feel like they were the most important person in the world. We will miss your presence Mr. Lee, but the songs of life you taught us will remain in our hearts. May you rest in peace.
Deloris Thomas
December 23, 2014
May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.
Deloris Thomas
Metro-Atlanta Drifter
Patricia Satterfield
December 23, 2014
John Horace Lee was so important to my family,and his musical genius defines his immortality. He and my sister, Jackie Polson Prater,successfully collaborated on so many musical events; my parents, Thea and Grady Polson, spoke of him with admiration, awe and respect; and I consider him to be one of the most gifted and talented human beings who nonetheless was humble, modest and compassionate. Rest in peace.
Patricia Polson Satterfield
Cynthia Wise
December 23, 2014
My mentor, my teacher and my friend; All describes what Mr. John H. Lee has meant to me. From the 7th grade at King and Queen Elementary and throughout my life, Mr. Lee has been that constant part of my life. All the great choir and band productions that we had with little to no money, Mr. Lee used his own funds to make sure that it was the best. He exposed us to all the different genres of music to insure that his students were well rounded individuals. When we took the field during the halftime of a football game, marched in a parade or took the stage for a competition, they knew that King and Queen Central was in the house and was going home with the trophy or a superior rating. The Heavenly Choir was in need of the best director and musician, so God chose Mr. Lee. Take your rest. We love you, but God loves you best. Save a place for me in the alto section.
With a heavy heart and much love,
Cynthia Wise Central High Class of 1980
December 23, 2014
I have nothing but fond memories of Mr. Lee. He was an excellent Teacher and Principal. Anyone who went to Central High School knew Mr. Lee had the best MARCHING BAND around. RIP Mr. Lee and continue to play for the Heavenly Choir for you will always be in our hearts.
Joann Morris-Thornton
Class of 1976.
Phillip Higgins
December 23, 2014
I am so saddened to hear of John's passing. He was a wonderful man, a great musician, and a fine friend. I will miss his enthusiastic spirit, and the opportunities to worship together. I am thankful to have known him, and my deepest condolences are given to his family and closest friends.
Barbara Ross
December 23, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Priscilla Williams
December 23, 2014
I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Lee's passing. We respected him very much as our minister of music at Mount Nebo. Mr. Lee directed our choir years ago at my former church in more than one Christmas Cantada. We enjoyed working with him. Love and peace to his family and our Mt. Nebo family as well.
Nina Williams
December 22, 2014
What a sweet, sweet spirit. So thankful for your guidance.
Kenneth Jackson
December 22, 2014
Our deepest condolences to the Lee family..The stories will be the same for many of us.. JH Lee touched all our hearts in mulitple ways. His legacy has been set. His memory will las for eternity. .R.I.P man of God...we Love you...Cookie, Mike, Loretta. ...
Percy & Annie Pollard
December 22, 2014
To the Family of Mr. John Horace Lee:
My former teacher, mentor and friend, that's how I view Mr. Lee who I met for the first time in September 1960 (this was to be the CHS Class of 1961). He was our English teacher and he explained his focus for the class would be the writing of themes. Some of us "moaned a bit" but life's journey has proven that his class would be one of the best classes we could have taken. Many thanks to him for his guidance even on the area I elected to major in when I attended college (Virginia State University). One theme topic "Procrastination is the thief of time" continues to have great meaning in my life today. And yes, even my children and grandchildren have heard about that topic.
Clearly, we will all miss Mr. Lee, and the memories of him will long endure. Our prayers are extended for the comfort of other friends and family. And we express love and good wishes through our common faith and belief that we will meet him again. May he rest in peace.
On behalf of the Central High School Class of 1961(Secretary); the Southside Rappahannock Baptist Association (Moderator); my wife Annie Pollard(Co- worker of Mr. Lee at Central High); and both of us (Alumni of Virginia State University.
Percy Pollard
Ann Abrams
December 22, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
TENISHA WORMLEY-WHITE
December 22, 2014
YOU ARE GREATLY MISSED.
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