John C Lee

John Colen Lee, age 51, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 4, 2018. A memorial service will be held 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 6th at Elim United Methodist Church, directed by Belk Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the home of Brenda Kirby, 3548 Oates Hwy. Lamar, SC 29069. Born August 18, 1966, John is the son of Colen Lee, and the late Mildred Sansbury Floyd. John was a "jack of all trades" and was currently employed as a mechanic at Trading Post Motors. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, fishing, and enjoying life. John had a passionate love for animals and a heart of gold. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Surviving are his sons, Matt and Cody Lee; his sister, Robin (Jerry) Phillips; his brother, Jim Floyd; his father, Colen (Susie) Lee; his half-brothers, Tim Garrett, David Lee,; his nephew, Cameron Phillips; his nieces, Savannah and Maddie Floyd; a special aunt, Brenda Kirby; special cousins, Donna "Milton" Helms and Gracie Helms, whom he considered his niece. In addition to his mother, Mildred Floyd, he was preceded in death by his cousin/best friend, Jody Hayes. John's special request was to have his ashes spread in the water of his favorite fishing place. Memorials may be made to Elim United Methodist Church, 3586 Oates Hwy, Lamar, SC 29069; or to a local Animal Humane Society.