Billy Garrison Coley

IT IS WITH A DEEP SADNESS THAT TODAY[11thmarch2025] I LEARNED OF BILL'S DEMISE he &Laura were my wonderful guests when we toured Ireland together, SOME YEARS AGO.GUINNESS &FUN, WERE ALWAYS ON THE 'MENU'!PLEASE GIVE LAURA &ALL FAMILY MEMBERS, MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES.BILL LEFT ME WITH MANY TREASURED MEMORIES, WHICH HOPEFULLY I CAN SHARE WITH YOU ALL SOMEDAY. KINDEST REGARDS,
DAVID GERAGHTY

Bill Coley leaves behind a legacy that not only touched those in the furniture industry, but also the personal lives of so many! I had the privilege of working for this great family for many, many years......and was so very proud to be a part of what their company grew to be! They truly cared about the Lee family, and the community. This company sustained the lives of so many, and continues to do so to this day.

As for my family, three generations were privileged enough to be a part of the "magic" that was created and fostered that set this company apart from the rest.......before its time!

Bill Coley was like a father to me......and I will forever cherish the many late evening conversations he and I shared recently reminiscing back at what was built as a team over decades of time! I could never repay him for the knowledge he personally taught me about the passion of building quality, and timeless furniture! Furniture that became a part of every family, furniture built to withstand the tests of time.... handed down generations as a testament of Bill's commitment and love of this industry.

Bill will forever live on in my heart and in my memories! He truly made an impact in my life, and because of him I have lived a wonderful, fulfilling life!

May God bless the family as they navigate through this difficult time.....

Sincerely,

Denise Gilbert

I remember first meeting Bill at Lee when he would come into the office with those beautiful, dedicated and loyal dogs of his. He always had a smile on his face and you could tell it thrilled his soul to be with the people who worked for him and his company. He loved us all and you could see it every morning when he came around to say Hi. He is always thought of with a smile. Forever in our hearts!

I just recently met Bill in Ponte Vedra Beach. Came to help keep him walking well and mobile. These sessions became so much more than just walking. He would share experiences he had had and wonderful, delightful knowledge. I would end up staying and having a glass of wine with Bill and Laura learning, enjoying and hearing about his fascinating life experience. Will miss those session times.