Mr. Sidney Theo "Gene" Lee Martinsville, Virginia Obituary

Mr. Sidney Theo "Gene" Lee

<p>Mr. Sidney Theo "Gene" Lee departed this life on November 14, 2022. He was born on January 13, 1949, in Leesville, VA to Eloise and Sidney Lee. Mr. Lee continued to grow and mature in the loving home of his father and caring stepmother, Mrs. Bertha (Houston) Lee.<br></p><p><br></p><p>He graduated high school from the Bluefield City Public School system. He received additional educational training in the trade of auto mechanics from the West Virginia Rehabilitation Center Trade School, Institute, West Virginia. While growing up in West Virginia he faithfully attended the local A.M.E church with his family.</p><p><br></p><p>Mr. Lee was very community and civically involved. He is well known for driving the church van at St. Paul High Street Baptist Church, Martinsville, VA, attending many city council meetings, running, jogging, and walking all around the city. He served as a faithful and active member of his church's Deacon Board, and their men's choir. He retired from Tultex knitting company with 20 plus years of service to the company</p><p><br></p><p>Mr. Lee was preceded in death by his wife, Alexis C. Lee; his sister, Doris Porchea; his brother, Phillip "Sonny" Lee and his parents. He is survived by one child, Cynthia Lee of Martinsville, Virginia. He is also survived by a brother-in-law, Raymond Porchea, of Maryland and a brother-in-law, Glenwood Allen, of Colorado.</p><p><br></p><p>Memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at Norris Funeral Services with Pastor Matthew Brown officiating.</p><p><br></p><p>He is remembered for his quite gentle spirit and his willingness to give a kind word or deed towards anyone that crossed his path.</p><p><br></p><p>Norris Funeral Services, Martinsville, VA is serving the Lee family.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p>
January 13, 1949 - November 14, 202201/13/194911/14/2022
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Phala Fuller
November 26, 2022
A quiet spirit and faithful worker that ushered us into the house of God. A smile to those coming into the house.
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William Bradshaw
November 25, 2022
I will always remember Deacon Lee for his willingness to help when others fail. For years me and my wife worked in the cubs out ministry at the church. As we grew to upwards of nearly thirty boys we needed more adult leadership . Searching for help , it ... Continue Reading
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Deborah Hill-Brown Scales
November 25, 2022
Mr. Lee, was a gentle giant, who faithfully went about his Father’s business. He was a great Husband, to Sister Alexis, and wonderful Father to Cynthia. He will truly be missed.

I would often call him to encourage him, in conversation and pray.

I heard him sing, at... Continue Reading
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Regenia
November 19, 2022
Soror Cynthia,
Sending our love your way at this time of sorrow.
Love and Prayers.
Soror Regenia and family.
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Frances Haynes
November 18, 2022
Cynthia, you don't know me, I work with your boyfriend Earl Richard. I am Frances Haynes, I am deeply sorry for your loss. The things Earl shared about your father and you, I felt like I knew your dad personally. Sorry for your heart break.
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Angela Wright
November 18, 2022
My condolences to Mr Lee’s daughter Cynthia. I met Mr Lee and his wife Alexis years ago, and I was impressed by their community service. They cared so much and did so much for this area. I know Mr Lee will be greatly missed.
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Peter and Willie Mae Harris
November 18, 2022
Cynthia, we are so sorry to hear of your father's passing. He was such a gentle soul. There was nothing that he wouldn't do for you. You have our deepest sympathy. Peter and Willie Mae Harris
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