Mr. Gary Wayne Lee

Mr. Gary Wayne Lee obituary, Columbus, IN

Mr. Gary Wayne Lee

Gary Lee Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Homes and Crematory - Washington St. on Feb. 9, 2026.
Gary Wayne Lee, 51, of Columbus passed from this life at 1:16 a.m. Friday, February 6, 2026 at Columbus Regional Hospital.

Gary was born February 25, 1974, in Bartholomew County, Indiana, the son of Thomas R. and Sheila K. Hughes Lee.

Gary loved to listen to all sorts of different music. He found enjoyment in the Christmas holiday, trains, planes and helicopters too. However, visiting the local casinos was one of Gary's favorite things to do in his spare time. He will be deeply missed by those that know and love him.

Survivors include his sister, Sherry (Candie) Palmer of Freetown; mother, Sheila Lee of Columbus; one aunt; five uncles and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Lee in 2020.

In keeping with the family's request, cremation will take place and no other services are planned at this time.

Inurnment will take place at Garland Brook Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Reach Columbus Inc.

Condolences and special memories may be shared with Gary's family at barkesweaverglick.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home.

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