Colvin H. Lee

Colvin Hollis Lee passed away January 5, 2024 at his residence in Fayetteville. He was born February 20, 1931 in Chester County, SC to William Thomas and Marie Lee. He was one of nine children. During his youth & school years, Colvin's family were members of Woodard Baptist Church. He was baptized in a cold creek behind the church during a summer revival. He always looked forward to Homecoming events at church, because he could always eat “his fair share.” At Blackstock Public School, he met the love of his life, Mary Irene Yongue. They were voted “Most in Love” by their senior class. They were married at the Presbyterian Manse in Blackstock, SC on December 15, 1951- three days before Irene's 19th birthday. Colvin joined the Army National Guard while still in high school and served proudly in both SC and GA Reserves for ten years. He was also a Woodman of the World Life Member. In 1952, Colvin & Irene moved to Atlanta, GA . Colvin attended the Apprentice Program through UA Local 72 – Plumbers & Pipefitters. He was voted Most Outstanding Pipefitter Apprentice in 1954. He has been a member in Local 72 for 70 years and retired in 1974. In his career, Colvin worked on many construction projects with Local 72 including: Hartsfield International Airport, many downtown Atlanta highrise hotels, college and university structures throughout the state, sports venues, and power plants. Raising their four children occupied the next stage of life as they established their home in East Point, GA. The family were members of Dogwood Hills Baptist Church for over 20 years. After moving to their current home in Fayetteville, they became members of Flat Creek Baptist Church. Colvin became an Ordained Deacon on December 4, 1983. He shared his expertise on many church committees. Colvin's hobbies included raising bird-hunting dogs, playing golf and manufacturing golf clubs, and restoring Army jeeps of the era of his military service. He enjoyed showing off his jeeps at carshows and many times placed in the Top 10. Colvin is predeceased by his wife of 54 years, Irene Yongue Lee, his parents, William & Marie Lee, sisters, Sadie Cassels, Ruth Roberts, Elizabeth Wagers, Mary Alice McKeown, brothers, Walker Dinkins, William Lee, and Joseph Lee. He is survived by daughters, Ester (Jerry) Stewart, Laurie (Rocky) Bailey, sons, Tommy (Shelagh) Lee, Ray Lee, sister, Betty (Paul) Traylor, grandsons, Wayne (Melissa) Stewart, McKenzie Stewart, Calvin (Heather) Bailey, many loving nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 1 o’clock at Flat Creek Baptist Church with Dr. Josh Saefkow officiating. Interment will follow at Westminster Memorial Gardens. Those wishing may sign the online guestbook at www.parrottfuneralhome.com. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 11:00 until service time at the church. Parrott Funeral Home and Crematory, 770-964-48000.

Colvin H. Lee

February 20, 1931 - January 5, 2024