Search by Name

Add a Memory

Send Flowers

Make a Donation

Share Obituary

Howard V. Lee

FUNERAL HOME

Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home & Crematory - Kempsville Chapel

1485 Kempsville Rd.

Virginia Beach, Virginia

Howard Lee Obituary

Name: Visitation for Howard V. Lee
Start: 2019-03-29T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-03-30T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel

Howard Vincent Lee, 85, passed away on March 23, 2019. He was born in New York City to the late Howard & Beatrice Lee and was also predeceased by his loving wife of 50 years, Jean M. Lee. Howard was a faith-filled man of God, always generous and humble. A true role model, he always demonstrated how to be kind, generous and to show humility. He was a good and loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who will be sorely missed and remembered dearly.Howard retired after 20 years as a Lieutenant Colonel in the US Marine Corps, having earned the Medal of Honor during the Vietnam War. He then worked for another 20 years for the City of Virginia Beach, where he retired as Superintendent of Grounds Maintenance. Howard was a longtime member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and the Medal of Honor Society.His memory will be cherished by his children, Edward J. Lee (Rose) of Norfolk, Linda M. Dowty (Mike) of Navarre Beach, FL, Michael J. Lee (Shawn) of San Diego, CA, and Laura L. Willey (Rick) of Virginia Beach; his grandchildren, Jennifer Dowty (Dan Wholey), Ryan Lee (Gina Xenakis), Jordan Weaver (Adam), Kate Lee, Jack Lee, Paige Lee, Cooper Willey, Ian Willey and Megan Willey; his great-grandchildren, Piper Weaver, Poppy Weaver, Julian Howard Lee, and Elliott Lee; his sister, Dawn Flittie; along with extended relatives and friends.The family will receive friends from 6 to 8:00 pm on Friday, March 29, 2019 at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel. A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Colonial Grove Memorial Park, where military honors will be rendered by the US Marine Corps.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to JTâ€™s Camp Grom of the YMCA of South Hampton Roads at https://ymcashr.org/camps/ymca-jts-camp-grom. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Mar. 27, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Howard Lee

Sponsored by the family.

20 Entries

Tommy Pennell

March 21, 2025

Howard , You will not be forgotten! Great American! Great Marine! My Father was a Marine WW2, my Cousin a Marine Viet Nam ,i'm proud of every single one of you! RIP

Linda Weber

April 2, 2019

So sad to hear of Howie's passing - just got word tonight from my sister. My prayers go to his family for comfort and peace that surpasses all understanding during your time of grief.

I have so many fond memories of Howie and his humbleness, but I'll keep this short. I'll always dearly remember the day he commissioned me into the Army (since my Dad was enlisted and couldn't do it). Howie told me he wouldn't do it if I told them he was a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient (as he didn't want all the pomp and circumstance). I kept my word and we quietly got the job done, though I kept waiting for someone to find out and reprimand me over it. But they never did. And thus began a lifetime of always having the Marines near and dear in my heart despite serving in the Army.

Rest in Peace, Sir! Semper Fi! I'm sure you and my Dad are already having a great reunion in Heaven. God bless!

David Richardson

April 1, 2019

RIP Marine, Oo Rah ... Thank You !!!

Rhonda& Charlie Forbes

April 1, 2019

Sending prayers to all the family during this great loss. My husband and I worked with Howie at Landscape Services from his start to finish. What a kind and wonderful man. Had the honor of working with him on my crew from GK1 til he was promoted to the office position. Rest In Peace Howie. Thank you for your Service in the Military and with the city! You are missed! Was a pleasure knowing you and working with you.

Jeanne Hughes

March 31, 2019

I was so sorry to hear of Howie's passing. I met both he and Jean through my sister and brother-in-law, Col Wesley and Dotti Fox. We enjoyed many visits together. They were both wonderful people and I know will be greatly missed. For everything and everyone, there is a 'season'. We live the best life we can, learning many lessons along the way and hopefully to be in heaven for eternity with our loved ones that go on before us.
My love to the family, Laura and your family and sincere condolences. A life well lived, a 'gentle man' and honorable patriot. May beautiful memories remain yours always.
Jeanne Hughes

Betty P Gibson

March 31, 2019

Chuck and I had the privilege of living in the same apartment complex as the Lees and their older children. After Quantico, our paths never crossed again but we kept in touch until after Jean passed away. We shared the same birthday and many fun times together at Quantico. Blessings to all of his and Jean's children. I was at the White House Ceremony for the Medal of Honor Presentation.

March 30, 2019

Howie was the most caring and kindness boss I ever had, he truly cared for all of us that worked for him. He will be sorely missed. I'm so sorry for the family and send my deepest and sincere sympathy for your loss.
Debbie Loucka

March 30, 2019

I only met the Colonel once. I considered it an honor.
I worked with his son for 25 years. I considered that an honor.
I will hold the Lee family in my thoughts and prayers. And I will consider that an honor.

Al Dustin

March 29, 2019

Howie I will miss you You were a great boss

and a good friend Semper Fi
Jeffrey Stichter Retired City of Va Beach

Gilbert SAWYER

March 29, 2019

Col. Lee lived here in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The Col. and I were on the Staff of the FMFLant Hq. in Norfolk, Virginia. The Col. was a 'OUTSTANDING MARINE'. Most of all he was a 'OUTSTANDING MAN'. SEMPER FIDELIS.

Mike & Barbara Lupfer

March 29, 2019

What a man!

Howie Lee will be remembered as a kind, compassionate human being who excelled as a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and a great Marine........ and he was a friend to everyone he met.

He was a great roll-model for us all and will be sorely missed.

We wish him Fair Winds and Following Seas.

Mike & Barbara Lupfer

March 29, 2019

May the Lee family know that even strangers as I praise Colonel Lee for his life and actions. I never knew the Colonel, but having had many family members in The Corps as well as in Vietnam,his story and life rings true as a person who only tried to do the right thing at the right time. The world needs more people like Colonel Lee. Semper Fi..

March 28, 2019

I was truly Honored to read your story! Gods Speed to you and your Family!Thank you for my Freedom! You sir are a Great American!RIP

March 28, 2019

Thank you Lieutenant Colonel Lee for your unwavering dedication.

Henry Pollock

March 27, 2019

Howie, The best officer I served under in Echo Co. 2nd Bn. 4th Marines, in Vietnam. Now you can rest in Jean's loving arms for all eternity!!!

Henry Pollock

Sent Flowers

March 27, 2019

I did not know Colonel Lee, but if I was still in Uniform it would be a privilege to salute such a man.

March 27, 2019

Semper FI Marine, RIP.

Rita OBrien Brittingham.

March 27, 2019

Howie, you are going to be missed like no other. You always shinned in our hearts from the day we met you and your legacy to both of our families will always be about the trust and selfless lifestyle you inspired to others. Oh, and don't forget that wonderful sense of humor that got us through some of the tough years. God Bless you Howie. Rest In Peace

Showing 1 - 20 of 20 results