Celebrating the life of
Martha Akins Lee
June 18, 1927 - October 17, 2013
Savannah- Martha Akins Lee, 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 17. 2013.
She was born in Bulloch County and moved to Savannah in her teens. She married
William W. Lee, Sr. on September 6, 1947. They shared 55 years together and were blessed with a family of five children. She was previously employed by Union Camp Corporation, as well as Belk where she worked for over 20 years. Martha Lee was a long time member of White Bluff Presbyterian Church, an active member of the Joy Sunday School class, and The Christian Women's Group. She was preceded in death by her husband, William W. Lee, Sr., her son, William W. Lee, Jr., her sister, Arlene Lanier, and her brother, LeeRoy Akins.
Survivors include sons, Wayne Jenny Lee, Walter Caren Lee, Jeff Laura Lee, and daughter, Jennie Lonnie Harn; grandchildren, Melissa Bennett, Courtney Mike Bolyard, Phillip Natalie Lee, Matthew Lee, and LeeAnna Harn; sisters, Sequel Fraser, Betsy Donald Adams; sister-in-law, Joan Akins; great-grandchildren, Mya Lee, Maddox Bolyard, and Mason Dowdy and several nieces, nephews, and cousins .
Visitation: Sunday, October 20, 2013 from 2-4pm at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Funeral Service: Monday, October 21, 2013 at the Hodgson Chapel of Fox & Weeks with Reverend Eric M. Beene officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
Remembrances may be made to White Bluff Presbyterian Church-Building Fund, 10710 White Bluff Rd., Savannah, GA 31419.
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Although I did not personally know your dear loved one, I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest sympathy to your family. No doubt the loss of such a dear loved one will be felt by many. Our God the creator yearns to bring back those who have died. Job 14:13-15 May this and other promises recorded in God's word the Bible continue to comfort your family.
- Ms. Khan, , GA
The best neighbor and friend a person could have. My mother and father adored her and I have too. A family of kindness, ethics and faith. Just good people as my brother Nick has said recently. We will miss her and pray for peace for this family.
- Pam Kitchell, Savannah, GA
Dear Jenny and Family, I am saddened to hear about the loss of your mother. I have many fond memories of 'spend the nights', cooking, football games, and even attending an Akins reunion with both your mother and father. She was a lovely, kind, and caring woman. Sincerely, Melanie W. Louks
- Melanie Wallace Louks, Augusta, GA
Wayne, Walter, Jeff and Jenny, I am so saddened to hear of the passing of your mother. I will always cherish the times I spent as a child visiting your family and being around your mother, father and each of you. Your mother was a very nice and caring person and will be missed by everyone who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
- Kelly Edmondson, Mechanicsville, VA
Dear Lee Family, We are certainly going to miss our 'pew partner'! We are so sorry for your loss and yet she is with Bill again. Keeping each of you in our hearts and in our thoughts. Love, Dawn and Dan
- Dawn and Dan DeCamp, Savannah, GA
Dear Family, There is not a word that I can say that would express what I feel. Your Mother was my sister-in-law, friend, traveling buddy,example of how a christian woman should live. Billy and Martha raise five wonderful children and that is a testimony to their live here on earth.I loved and will miss her with all my heart.God Bless and keep you all. Aunt Joan
- Joan Akins, Rincon, GA
Dear Family, There is not a word that I can say that would express what I feel. Your Mother was my sister-in-law, friend, traveling buddy,example of how a christian woman should live. Billy and Martha raise five wonderful children and that is a testimony to their live here on earth.I loved and will miss her with all my heart.God Bless and keep you all. Aunt Joan
- Joan Akins, Rincon, GA
Walter and Caren, So sorry to read about your mom this morning. She raised a great son so I know she had to be a good person. You are in my thoughts during your time of grief. Remember all the good times and your sorrow will be easier.
- Sherri Connolly, Savannah, GA
Dear Family, My heart is saddened at the passing of Martha. She was a dear cousin and was very kind to me and my mother. Mama Loree Akins Quarterman passed away the same way in August,1988 so I know the shock and heartache you all feel right now but time does heal and I now look forward to seeing her in Heaven. You'll miss your mama too but the Lord is faithful to help during this sad time. I have happy memories and funny stories of Martha as I am sure you all do. I am going to try to get to Savannah for the funeral so look forward to seeing all of you. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Betty Q. Lunceford, Centerville, GA
Dear Lee Family, My heart breaks for the loss of your mother. I loved her dearly. God broke the mold when he made her! She was the true definition of a steel magnolia. Her strong Christian example will live on for generations. I can just imagine her reunion with Pops, William, Leeroy, Arlene and all the others that were so happy to finally see her again. She called me on my last birthday and we talked for almost an hour. It was so good to hear her voice. I will cherish that call forever. All of you are in my prayers. Karen
- Karen Horton, , GA
Jennie, Lonnie and LeeAnna I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I saw you tonight and did not even know. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
- Jennifer Spence, Rincon, GA
Although I did not personally know your dear loved one, I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest sympathy to your family. No doubt the loss of such a dear loved one will be felt by many. Our God the creator yearns to bring back those who have died. Job 14:13-15 May this and other promises recorded in God's word the Bible continue to comfort your family.
- Ms. Khan, , GA
The best neighbor and friend a person could have. My mother and father adored her and I have too. A family of kindness, ethics and faith. Just good people as my brother Nick has said recently. We will miss her and pray for peace for this family.
- Pam Kitchell, Savannah, GA
Dear Jenny and Family, I am saddened to hear about the loss of your mother. I have many fond memories of 'spend the nights', cooking, football games, and even attending an Akins reunion with both your mother and father. She was a lovely, kind, and caring woman. Sincerely, Melanie W. Louks
- Melanie Wallace Louks, Augusta, GA
Wayne, Walter, Jeff and Jenny, I am so saddened to hear of the passing of your mother. I will always cherish the times I spent as a child visiting your family and being around your mother, father and each of you. Your mother was a very nice and caring person and will be missed by everyone who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
- Kelly Edmondson, Mechanicsville, VA
Dear Lee Family, We are certainly going to miss our 'pew partner'! We are so sorry for your loss and yet she is with Bill again. Keeping each of you in our hearts and in our thoughts. Love, Dawn and Dan
- Dawn and Dan DeCamp, Savannah, GA
Dear Family, There is not a word that I can say that would express what I feel. Your Mother was my sister-in-law, friend, traveling buddy,example of how a christian woman should live. Billy and Martha raise five wonderful children and that is a testimony to their live here on earth.I loved and will miss her with all my heart.God Bless and keep you all. Aunt Joan
- Joan Akins, Rincon, GA
Dear Family, There is not a word that I can say that would express what I feel. Your Mother was my sister-in-law, friend, traveling buddy,example of how a christian woman should live. Billy and Martha raise five wonderful children and that is a testimony to their live here on earth.I loved and will miss her with all my heart.God Bless and keep you all. Aunt Joan
- Joan Akins, Rincon, GA
Walter and Caren, So sorry to read about your mom this morning. She raised a great son so I know she had to be a good person. You are in my thoughts during your time of grief. Remember all the good times and your sorrow will be easier.
- Sherri Connolly, Savannah, GA
Dear Family, My heart is saddened at the passing of Martha. She was a dear cousin and was very kind to me and my mother. Mama Loree Akins Quarterman passed away the same way in August,1988 so I know the shock and heartache you all feel right now but time does heal and I now look forward to seeing her in Heaven. You'll miss your mama too but the Lord is faithful to help during this sad time. I have happy memories and funny stories of Martha as I am sure you all do. I am going to try to get to Savannah for the funeral so look forward to seeing all of you. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Betty Q. Lunceford, Centerville, GA
Dear Lee Family, My heart breaks for the loss of your mother. I loved her dearly. God broke the mold when he made her! She was the true definition of a steel magnolia. Her strong Christian example will live on for generations. I can just imagine her reunion with Pops, William, Leeroy, Arlene and all the others that were so happy to finally see her again. She called me on my last birthday and we talked for almost an hour. It was so good to hear her voice. I will cherish that call forever. All of you are in my prayers. Karen
- Karen Horton, , GA
Jennie, Lonnie and LeeAnna I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I saw you tonight and did not even know. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
- Jennifer Spence, Rincon, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200

