Celebrating the life of
William D. Lee
November 20, 1945 - June 06, 2009
William D. "Denny" Lee
William Denton Lee, 63, died Saturday, June 6, 2009. He was a native of Sylvania, GA and lived in Savannah and Tybee Island most of his life. He was retired from the U.S. Army and the Tybee Island Fire Department and was a member of the Hot Rod Club of Savannah.
"Denny", as he was known, was admired and adored by many. A kind and generous man, he lived a wonderful, honorable life, driven by a tireless commitment to better his country, family, and fellow man. He found great pleasure in car racing, antique car restoration, and spending time with friends and family at Tybee, a place he helped define for many and considered Heaven on earth till his last days there.
He was preceded in death by his father, Claude B. Lee.
He is survived by his daughter; Margaret Ann Taylor and her husband, John, of Charleston, S.C.,, two sons; Jason Denton Lee, and his fiancé, Shannon Davis, of Piedmont, S.C., and William Joseph Franklin Lee, of Tybee Island, his mother; Margaret Ellen Lee, of Statesboro, and his sister; Paula Jean Bragg, of Statesboro. He is also survived by six grandchildren; Marcey Lee Taylor, John Denton Taylor, Leigha Gabrielle Lee, Emily Hannah Lee, Claire Margaret Lee, and Ethan Denton Lee and also many cousins.
Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, June 11, 2009 at the Islands Chapel of Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors.
Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 12, 2009 at the Islands Chapel of Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors.
Burial will be 1:00 p.m. at North Newington Baptist Church Cemetery with full military honors.
Remembrances may be made to the Tybee Island Fire Department.
Anne, Joey, Jason, and family, You will remain in our hearts and prayers. Denny was always a joy to see while growing up on Tybee.
- Donald Wayne Hendrix, Tybee Island, GA
It was my priviledge to serve with Denny in Viet Nam many years ago. He was a fine man. I was looking forward to seeing him at the 40th anniversary reunion of the 319th Transportation Co. USAR in August. His presence will be sorely missed. I send my deepest sympaty and my love to you, his family members. Tim R. Campbell
- Tim R. Campbell, North Augusta, SC
My Sincere Condolences to Denny's loved ones! I was fortunate to have served with Denny in the 1160th TCSkycranes GA ANG unit at Hunter, and always knew if Denny was crewing for us, we were in good hands! I last spoke with Denny at a car show where he was showing his beautiful yellow 'A' Coupe. What a craftsman! God's Peace to you all!
- Dave Loftin, Columbia, SC
WE, HIS COMRADES OF THE 319TH TRANSPORTATION COMPANY LT TRUCK 5 TON, WILL MISS OUR DENNY LEE. HE WAS A VERY FINE SOLDIER, WHO PERFORMED HIS DUTIES WITH DEDICATION, LOYALTY, COMPETENCE, GOOD HUMOR, AND GOOD SPIRIT. AS A CREW MECHANIC ON THE COMPANY'S 5 TON WRECKER, WHICH MADE MANY CONVOY RUNS IN SOUTH VIETNAM IN 1968-69, HE WAS A WELCOME SIGHT, WHEN HE SHOWED UP, WHEN THERE WERE BREAKDOWNS ON THE ROAD, IN THE MIDST OF OCCASIONAL INTERRUPTIONS BY THE VC AND NVA. WE ARE VERY DISTRESSED AT HIS LOSS TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS. WE GRIEVE WITH YOU. PAUL D. TROXLER, LT COL TC; USA RET FORMER CAPTAIN & COMPANY COMMANDER
- Capt Paul D Troxler, SAVANNAH, GA
Lee Family; Sorry to hear about Denny. I lost contact with Denny when I left the 1160th Guard unit. Having grown up close to Screven County, Denny and I knew a lot of the same people. He was a true friend. again my deepest regrets. May God Bless the LEE family in this time of sorrow. Mitch Morgan
- Mitch Morgan, savannah, GA
We are so sorry for the loss of our Uncle Denny Lee. Matt and I keep the entire family in our prayers. We will cherish the memories of the times we spent together. We are with you during this time of grief. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Love and blessings always
- Matt & Meredith Boyd, Atlanta, GA
I am so sorry to hear of Denny's passing. He was a wonderful person that I had the privledge of working with for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. Sincerely, Anita Bernstein
- anita bernstein, tybee island, GA
It was my pleasure and priviledge to work with Denny. He was a fine and honorable gentleman. He will be missed.
- Mike Allison, Savannah, GA
Paula, Ann, Jason, Joey & Mrs.Margaret, Bernard and I were saddened to hear about Denny. He was a friend to everyone who met him. He will be missed . Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
- Bernard & Carolyn Boyd, Newington, GA
Denny and I served with the 319th Transportation Company in Vietnam. He was a good man. My prayer is with his family today.
- Bill Patterson, Grovetown, GA
Denny was always a nice Man.He will certainly be missed.Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
- Jeffrey and Leslie Marlow, statesboro, GA
SORRY TO HEAR OF DENNY PASSING. HE AND I SERVED IN THE 319TH TRANS CO LT-MED TRK DURING THE VIETNAM WAR. HE WAS A TRUE GENTELMAN AND WELL REPECTED BY ALL WHO SERVED WITH HIM. HE'LL BE MISSED BY ALL. MY CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY.
- FRANK NEAL, MARTINEZ,, GA
JOEY, SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT DENNY,HE WAS SUCH A DOWN TO EARTH NO-NONSENSE GUY. PLEASE EMAIL ME WHEN YOU GET A CHANCE BO SENDS HIS CONDOLOSENCES ALSO.LET ME KNOW IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO FOR YOU HOWIE ATKINSON & FAMILY
- HOWIE ATKINSON, BEAVERTON, OR
Anne, Joey, Jason, and family, You will remain in our hearts and prayers. Denny was always a joy to see while growing up on Tybee.
- Donald Wayne Hendrix, Tybee Island, GA
It was my priviledge to serve with Denny in Viet Nam many years ago. He was a fine man. I was looking forward to seeing him at the 40th anniversary reunion of the 319th Transportation Co. USAR in August. His presence will be sorely missed. I send my deepest sympaty and my love to you, his family members. Tim R. Campbell
- Tim R. Campbell, North Augusta, SC
My Sincere Condolences to Denny's loved ones! I was fortunate to have served with Denny in the 1160th TCSkycranes GA ANG unit at Hunter, and always knew if Denny was crewing for us, we were in good hands! I last spoke with Denny at a car show where he was showing his beautiful yellow 'A' Coupe. What a craftsman! God's Peace to you all!
- Dave Loftin, Columbia, SC
WE, HIS COMRADES OF THE 319TH TRANSPORTATION COMPANY LT TRUCK 5 TON, WILL MISS OUR DENNY LEE. HE WAS A VERY FINE SOLDIER, WHO PERFORMED HIS DUTIES WITH DEDICATION, LOYALTY, COMPETENCE, GOOD HUMOR, AND GOOD SPIRIT. AS A CREW MECHANIC ON THE COMPANY'S 5 TON WRECKER, WHICH MADE MANY CONVOY RUNS IN SOUTH VIETNAM IN 1968-69, HE WAS A WELCOME SIGHT, WHEN HE SHOWED UP, WHEN THERE WERE BREAKDOWNS ON THE ROAD, IN THE MIDST OF OCCASIONAL INTERRUPTIONS BY THE VC AND NVA. WE ARE VERY DISTRESSED AT HIS LOSS TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS. WE GRIEVE WITH YOU. PAUL D. TROXLER, LT COL TC; USA RET FORMER CAPTAIN & COMPANY COMMANDER
- Capt Paul D Troxler, SAVANNAH, GA
Lee Family; Sorry to hear about Denny. I lost contact with Denny when I left the 1160th Guard unit. Having grown up close to Screven County, Denny and I knew a lot of the same people. He was a true friend. again my deepest regrets. May God Bless the LEE family in this time of sorrow. Mitch Morgan
- Mitch Morgan, savannah, GA
We are so sorry for the loss of our Uncle Denny Lee. Matt and I keep the entire family in our prayers. We will cherish the memories of the times we spent together. We are with you during this time of grief. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Love and blessings always
- Matt & Meredith Boyd, Atlanta, GA
I am so sorry to hear of Denny's passing. He was a wonderful person that I had the privledge of working with for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. Sincerely, Anita Bernstein
- anita bernstein, tybee island, GA
It was my pleasure and priviledge to work with Denny. He was a fine and honorable gentleman. He will be missed.
- Mike Allison, Savannah, GA
Paula, Ann, Jason, Joey & Mrs.Margaret, Bernard and I were saddened to hear about Denny. He was a friend to everyone who met him. He will be missed . Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
- Bernard & Carolyn Boyd, Newington, GA
Denny and I served with the 319th Transportation Company in Vietnam. He was a good man. My prayer is with his family today.
- Bill Patterson, Grovetown, GA
Denny was always a nice Man.He will certainly be missed.Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
- Jeffrey and Leslie Marlow, statesboro, GA
SORRY TO HEAR OF DENNY PASSING. HE AND I SERVED IN THE 319TH TRANS CO LT-MED TRK DURING THE VIETNAM WAR. HE WAS A TRUE GENTELMAN AND WELL REPECTED BY ALL WHO SERVED WITH HIM. HE'LL BE MISSED BY ALL. MY CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY.
- FRANK NEAL, MARTINEZ,, GA
JOEY, SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT DENNY,HE WAS SUCH A DOWN TO EARTH NO-NONSENSE GUY. PLEASE EMAIL ME WHEN YOU GET A CHANCE BO SENDS HIS CONDOLOSENCES ALSO.LET ME KNOW IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO FOR YOU HOWIE ATKINSON & FAMILY
- HOWIE ATKINSON, BEAVERTON, OR
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
