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Obituary For Marie Lee

Marie Turner Lee was born April 1, 1941 to Ella and Willie Turner in Columbus, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Lelia Chambliss and Essie Allen. Marie attended Lincoln High School in Tallahassee, Florida. She was married to Godfrey Lee Sr. for 60 years, and to their union two children were born, Godfrey Jr. and Valerie. Known as Ma, Mama, Ma Lee, Babysister, Aunt Marie and Sister Lee, Marie was always devoted to the well-being and care of her family and was a gem to her community. She was the co-owner of Lee’s Fish Market and was a family home childcare provider for over 25 years. Marie confessed Christ as her personal Lord and Savior at an early age. She was an active member of Anderson Chapel A.M.E. Church where she served as the Chair of Stewardess Board #3, Chair of the Hospitality Committee and a member of the Trustee Board. She was always willing to assist. Marie leaves to treasure her precious memories a devoted husband, Godfrey Lee Sr.; two devoted and grateful children, Godfrey (Cathy) Lee Jr. of Round Rock, Texas and Valerie (Duane) Pace of Tallahassee, Florida; one devoted brother, Willie (Beatrice) Turner of Bartow, Florida; three beautiful and sweet granddaughters, Shaneka Pace, Ashontis Pace and Ashlyn Washington; one precious and adorable great granddaughter, Miracle Denise Lashon Rollins; one devoted niece, Gwendolyn (Michael) Drayton who she raised as her own; two godchildren, Clifford (Twanna) Wiggins of Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Tiffany Walker of Charlotte, North Carolina; a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, church family and friends. Graveside service will be 11 AM Friday, May 15, 2020 at Tallahassee Memory Gardens. Viewing will be (Today) Thursday, May 14, from 11 AM to 6 PM. Due to the Conronavirus services are private.

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We express our condolences to one of our great mothers in the faith and at Anderson Chapel. We will keep the family in our thoughts,and our prayers. The Hogan Family.

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My condolences go out to Valerie and Godfrey, growing up on the same street as them. I always would see Mrs. Lee out in her yard. Being a young boy trying to find his way in life. She would just give me that look like boy I know your mom's. Back in the day that's all neighbors had to do and you tighten up. She along with many mother's on that block and in our community may not realize how those looks save my life. May God strengthen you all during the lost of your mother. Thank you Mrs. Lee for just giving me that look from your yard Michael Taylor. Deerfield Beach FL.

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Our deepest and most sincere condolences. Love you always Mama! Uncle Godfrey, Jr. and Mama P we love you all dearly may God continue to bless you and watch over you during this difficult time. With Love, your son (Nephew) Aaron (Pamela)"Boogie" Chambliss III and family...

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We extend our deepest sympathy to the family.there are many childhood memories I will remember with baby sister our big mama and other members of our family. Our prayers are with you. Love Patricia and Willie Tolbert Columbus georgia

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Thoughts and prayers are with Godfrey Lee and the entire family. ~Al Smith and the Community Business Services Family

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We extend our deepest sympathy. Your neighbors, James and Gloria Woody

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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