Bill Lee
August 14, 1934 ~ February 4, 2012
Bill Lee, of Monrovia, Indiana, passed away on February 4, 2012. Bill was born August 14, 1934, to Will O. and Birdie Mae Lee. He joins his parents, sister Chilcie Gay, and son William Dale, who preceded him in death. Bill leaves behind an extensive and loving family, including his wife of 28 years, Vivian Lee, and seven children, Charles Craig of Fortville, Denver Dewayne, Clifton, Donald Ray (Chris), all of Mooresville, Christina Marie (Shayne) of Indianapolis, Heather Dawn Ambrose of Monrovia, Charles David Coslett (Charles Hight) of Indianapolis. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Bill has eight brothers and sisters, Marvin (Pat) of Houstonsville, KY., Bradley (Nancy) of Martinsville, IN., Denver (Kim) of Fortville, Christine Dean (Phillip) of Liberty, KY., Wince (Melissa) of Georgetown, KY., Teresa Coffman (Jim) of Liberty, KY. Bill also has seven half brothers and sisters. Six of them preceded him in death; He is survived by Mabel Wilcher of Mooresville and many special nieces and nephews.
Bill was born on Brush Creek, Kentucky and helped his father farm tobacco until he moved to Indiana to raise his own family. Once Bill settled in Mooresville, he worked at Hydraulic Press Brick Company in Brooklyn, Indiana for 47 years of his life, retiring in May of 2008. Bill lived in Monrovia for 28 years, raising horses and any stray animal his family could talk him into keeping. He was an avid horseman all his life and quite a horse trader. He loved animals, nature and bartering. Bill was known for his sharp sense of humor and quick wit- even a practical joke or two. Bill believed family was more than just blood and as a result included Alma and Charles Smock in his extended family circle. Bill is survived by Alma Smock. Charles Smock preceded Bill in death.
The funeral service will begin at 2:30p.m., Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, with visitation from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, February 6, 2012. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Hall. Joanie Nester and his brother Wince will officiate the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Thank you Missy!!
We were saddened to hear of yet another precious child of Birdie’s has passed away. Tell my forever friend Gay hello for me. Rhonda and Larry Bowman
Dear Vivian & family, Bill was always so much fun to be around, I remember the day Vivian & Bill got married, I stood up with both of them,stayed at their house and took care of the kids so they could honeymoon…….They were very much in love and I know Bill will sadly be missed, but all remember this, he has no more pain or suffering and he is at peace now. I love all of you very much and I am proud to call you my family. Love, Lennie P.S. He will be watching over you now, and he will leave signs that he is near and dear to each and everyone of you…
Thank you Lennie, I do miss him so much, I know, that you know what I am going through, He is not suffering anymore and he is pain free. I love you girlfriend!!
To all of the ‘Lee Family’ I know your hearts are in so much pain. Uncle Bill is no longer hurting and he is at peace in gods hands. I know you all will find peace and comfront in time. Greatly missed by; Mona Lee Rooker Bain
Thank You Mona, My heart is breaking right now, I love him so much he is my world and always will be, I watched him suffer for months so I am thanking God that he is pain free and will suffer no more.
Bill Lee is the love of my life, I miss you honey, my heart is breaking right now and I know it will get easier with time. I will always cherish our wonderful memories we have together, so until we meet again in Heaven honey, I will love you with all my heart and soul. Proud to be Your Loving Wife Vivian Lee
I am so sorry for your loss of a good man and a husband. I hope you are ok and remember all the Great years you Both shared together. Love the Smith Family.Lynnie .Buddy .Janet
Yes I understand your pain and heart breaking. Vivian it will get easier as time passes. Though I knew Bill more through you than talking to him personally, I thought he was a good man and will be missed by all, family and friends.
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You are in my thoughts and prayers! You have always been there for me over the years… I know how much your hearts ache…. Praying for comfort and peace… I love you all very much…
Mike and I did not know Bill as well as we would have liked to, but we do know he was all those things and more because Alma Smock is my husbands Aunt 🙂 Thank you Bill and Viv.
Thanks Linda I appreciate it.
Bill was a great man!! May you Rest In Peace, your in God’s hands now!! Love ya Vivian! My Prayers and Thoughts are with you!
Thanks Gloria we need those prayers keep them coming!! I love you very much!!
My Dad was great man he was always their no matter what. I will forever miss you Dad.
Christina, I am so sorry for you loss. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts. Shannon Willoughby
There are few things more difficult than dealing with the loss of a loved one. I know for certain that we never lose the people we love. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. Bill will be remembered by me as a gentleman. (That is a rare quality in todays’ society). The few times I met him, he was polite, cheerful, would shake your hand and greet you with a smile, just like you were an old friend. Bill was always willing to help others. He was a remarkable man. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days, weeks and months as you deal with the void this has left. Please accept my sincere condolence. Lynn Bucker Taylor
My heartfelt condolences to the family. I was introduced to Bill’s soft easy going way when I worked with him at Hydraulic back the ’80’s. He certainly will be missed by many.
Heather, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
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