Alan D. Lee

Alan Dale “Poppa” Lee was born on July 30, 1953, in Minden, Louisiana and entered into his heavenly home on October 19, 2025, at the young age of 72, surrounded by his wife and children.

Alan is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Marcia Spillers Lee; his children and their spouses, Greg and Angel Lee of Minden, Gretchan and John Lary of Stonewall, and Jeff and Jennifer Lee of Minden, his eight grandchildren, Mazie Lee, John Luke Lary, AnnaKate Lary, Joseph Lee, Zoe Lee, Jett Lary, Addison Lee, and Maren Lee; siblings, Bruce Lee; Rickey Lee and wife Barbara; Lisa Lee Griffie and husband Bobby; brother-in-law, Mike Spillers and wife Debra; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Josephine Lee of Minden, Louisiana.

Alan was a 1971 graduate of Minden High School, where he was an athlete on the basketball and baseball teams. After graduation, he served as a Staff Sergeant in the Louisiana National Guard.

Alan married his high school sweetheart, Marcia, in 1972. At just 18 years old, he began what would become a 53-year career in the appliance and service business with Spillers Appliance and Furniture, where he was highly respected and valued by local and regional colleagues. During his tenure with Spillers, Alan was blessed to form many lasting friendships and memories that he carried in his heart each and every day.

Alan was an avid fisherman, known among the fishing community as one of the best white perch fishermen in Northwest Louisiana. His handmade jigs were often found at local bait stands and on the tips of many fishing poles around Lake Bistineau.

He was also a talented musician and vocalist. His musical journey included performing with the Crossfire Band, Teen Tone Choir, A Better Way, and The Kingdom Three. Alan’s true heart could always be found around the piano with family and friends, singing hymns and songs of the Lord’s love and redemption.

Alan and Marcia built a beautiful life together filled with love, laughter, travel, great food, and the joy of supporting their grandchildren in all their endeavors.

Services for Alan will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Minden, Louisiana. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m., with a Celebration of Life service following at noon. Graveside services will be held at Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Minden, Louisiana.

Honorary pallbearers are his dear friends, Dale Kirkland, Eddie Davidson, Bobby Igo, Pat Woodard, Keith Lee, Claude Reeves, Fred Evans, James White, and the late Buddy Davis.

Pallbearers include John Luke Lary, Joseph Lee, Jett Lary, and Joshua Sewell.

The Family would like to extend their deepest appreciation and gratitude to the Willis Knighton Medical Teams, Minden Family Medicine, Performance Physical Therapy, and Minden Family Pharmacy.