In Loving Memory

Raymond H. Lee, Jr.

5/8/1930 — 3/6/2015

Clayton-Thompson

A Life Remembered

Obituary

Raymond H. Lee, Jr. May 8, 1930 - March 7, 2015

Raymond H. Lee Jr. of Port Arthur, Texas, 84, passed away March 7 peacefully at St. Mary Hospital. He was born May 8, 1930 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Raymond H. Lee, Sr. R.H. He was a Godly man. He always had a smile on his face. He lived what he believed. He was more than a music teacher, director, deacon, & Gideon. He has been active all over the world in ministry. As a committed Christian, he was a mentor and friend to many. He made a difference in everyone he met. He will truly be missed. He served in the Air Force for 26 years. He received many awards during his time service, including the Oak Leaf Cluster for meritorious service. R.H. then went on to Lamar University and graduated with a Masters degree in music. He then began a new career teaching band at Groves Jr. High mentoring many young lives. After retiring there was asked to teach band at Ridgewood Christian School. R.H. was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Annie Marie Adams and Jewett Nugier. R.H. is survived by his sons Raymond K. Lee and Danny L. Lee of Port Arthur, daughters Carolyn Tullis and husband Larry of Port Arthur, Linda Coleman and husband Dr. Matt of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Sister Rebecca Kennedy of Kaufman, Texas, 10 grandchildren and 12 great grand children. A Celebration of R.H.'s life will be at 6:00 pm at Memorial Baptist Church, 4011 Memorial Blvd, Port Arthur on March 18, 2015.

Messages of Love

From family and friends

Katrina Moreno March 12, 2015

So sad to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to his family. R.H. was always so sweet, happy and smiling. I enjoyed visiting with him at church and seeing him next door at Carolyn and Larry's house. He will truly be missed but always remembered.

Carrie (Broussard) Bailey March 12, 2015

Mr. Lee was such a wonderful man. He was one of my first band directors at Groves Middle School, and was my absolute favorite. He was a large part of why I continued band throughout High School. I was so glad that I was able to become reacquainted with him in my adult life. I worked with his son Ray for a long while, and I am so happy that I realized who his Dad was and he was able to "reintroduce" us so that I could get to know him once again. My heart is so very heavy today knowing that Mr. Lee has passed, and my thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Sheri Moore Sheppard March 12, 2015

Mr. Lee was an incredible music teacher and band director. I can remember so many fun times, and learning to march in band for the very first time, under his direction. He will be missed by many...love and prayers to his family.

Pam Berwick Harvey March 11, 2015

Mr. Lee was my study hall teacher. he was always cutting up and having a good time with his students. I remember he would carry a yard stick with him and if we misbehaved he would pop us on the hand with that yard stick. He was one of my favorite teachers. So sorry for your loss.

Rachel Fowler March 11, 2015

Mr. Lee was my band teacher at GJH; therefore he is part of my music heritage and legacy. He always pushed us for excellence and I am thankful for his high standards. Being able to teach the gift of music for me, at least, is priceless. I hope you are comforted with wonderful memories.

Sharon (Fox) Walton March 10, 2015

So sorry to hear of RHs passing. He always kind a kind word, a smile for everyone. I have NO DOUBT he is in the company of the savior he loved. May a God give your family strength and peace. I know you will muss him, but that is because he was such a good man.

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