F.K. Jones Funeral Home | Rome, GA

Obituary For Mr. Daniel Webster Lee

Battalion Chief Daniel “Danny” Lee

Mr. Daniel Webster Lee, age 61, of Rome, Ga. transitioned February 18, 2020. Memorial Service for Mr. Daniel Webster Lee will be Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 11 am at Thankful Baptist Church in Rome, Ga. The Fire Department Memorial will take place at Thankful Baptist Church from 10 am until 10:45 am prior to the service.

Interment will follow the service at Georgia National Cemetery. Committal Service will start promptly at 2 pm.

Daniel Webster Lee was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather and an overall Public Servant. Daniel was born on June 30, 1958, in Mt. Dora, Florida to Willie Pearl Babbs and Sylvester Lee, Sr. Preceding him in death were his mother, Willie Pearl Babbs and sister, Mary Allen.

Daniel was a committed member of Thankful Baptist Church, he served in the United States Army 2nd Calvary Division for 9 years, he was employed with the Rome Fire Department for 24 years serving the last 5 years as a Battalion Chief, Daniel served as the Cub & Boy Scout Troop Leader at TBC, and was an Honor Guard Instructor and Leader and taught throughout the State of Georgia.

Daniel leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Phyllis J. Lee; eight children, Timothy Devlin, Donovan Lee, Marcus Lee, Lucas Lee, Tanisha Lee, Tavares Glanton (Latasha), Paige Gordon Tasia, and Kasey Dean (Malcolm); brothers, Sylvester Lee, and Marcus Lee (Terre) and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Danny’s Personal Reflection -Danny told me (Phyllis) on January 31, 2020, at 9:38 am-Danny said- I had a talk with God and I told him that I needed a job to do for him because I needed something to push toward. Danny told me that he told God he was here to do his will. He said, I told God I don’t want you to send anyone, he said I want the job you have for me to come from you. God answered Danny Lee- He went directly home to be with the Lord to serve Him.

Care and Direction entrusted to F. K. Jones Funeral Home.

Guest Book

I MET HIM WHILE GOING TO THANKFUL YEARS AGO AND THE ONE THING STANDS OUT IN MY MEMORY OF MR. LEE WAS THE HUMBLE STATUS & HIS MILLION DOLLAR SMILE THAT SAID I LOVE GOD & PEOPLE!!! BUT I SPENT MORE TIME WITH HIS BEAUTIFUL WIFE SIS. PHYLLIS BEING WE WERE O THE DANCE TEAM TOGETHER AND SHE WAS A GOOD EXAMPLE OF HER HUSBAND AND HOW HE TREATED HER. SO I KNOW HE WAS THE BEST HUSBAND, FATHER, GRANDFATHER, COWORKER AND A GREAT MOG!! REST SIR I HIS PRESENCE!!! NO MORE PAIN!! LOVE YOU SIS. PHYLLIS I PRAY YOU & YOUR FAMILY STRENGTH I THE LORD!!!!

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Mrs. Lee and family, We are praying for comfort and healing for you all. The Graham's.

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I also remember, Phyllis telling me, actually reminding me if I have or hadn't heard, that these firemen got blown up at the rock store and am I sure that I want to be a fireman. She was truly distraught with this horrific fire scene and concerned for my welfare. Previously I had began the process of joining the fire service and had to go though the HR department to turn in something, when we crossed paths again this is when she approached me with this question. I couldn't ever have expected Danny and Phyllis would meet, but what a feaking awesome couple. Love u Phyllis.

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This great man took me into the very first fire that I have ever been to. He kept me encouraged through this mundane firehall life. I respect him and his honest answers and always have. A true friend. He saved my life. Back story..I was working a fire, trying to find a older woman expected to still be inside this house. During my 360 of the house, prior to going in, I almost killed myself 3 times!! 3 times Danny screamed at me to stop. The third time I turned around mad and yelled back to him with "WHAT!!", he said to me to look. When I turned I found a powerline within arms reach and arching which I didnt see. If I had stepped on that line, It would have killed me. God works through everything we do. Danny was someone that God used. We continued our search for this lady and found her watching the structural fire from the woods without letting anyone know who she was. I always reminded Danny that he saved my life and laughingly he said he brought me onto my first fire. Love you bro.

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Mr. Danny Lee was an Angel of a man. He always had a smile and kind word to say. One thing I loved about him is he was always inquisitive about The Lord. Him and his wife, Phyllis Lee always looked out for Pastor Russell and myself. He has departed from us but never forgotten. My prayers goes out to the family. Love Evg. J. P. Russell

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Danny Lee grew up in Lake County (Mt Dora, Fl) and he was a very close friend to my husband the late John Woodbury and I; I'll never forget the special moments we all shared with him when he would come visit & stay with us during his break from the military; He always had such a big contagious smile that would brighten anyone in his presence. He spoke with a positive attitude and always gave good advice! Danny is /was truly a Hero that lead by example! My deepest condolences to his wife, children, grandkids and his family of Rome Fire Department! RIH#DannyLee

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Prayers for the Lee family. Prayers for comfort, peace, and happiness. Love yall. Im here for you guys. The Ford's.

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One of the nicest people on the face of the earth. Prayers to his loved ones. he will be missed by everyone.

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I just remember my mom doing cakes for him and I hand delivered them to him

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Danny was on of the finest men I've ever know, always smiling and willing to help in any way. I'll miss my friends smiles as well as his friendship on this side of heaven . May he rest in eternal peace

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Sweetest man ever! Always had a smile on his face! He will be missed.

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A Great man, a Great friend,gone too soon. He will be sorely missed. Joe

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