April 3, 1952 ~ December 7, 2017
James Paul Lee, age 65 of Purcell, passed away Thursday, December 07, 2017. James was born April 3, 1952 in Chillicothe, Texas, the middle child of James Hugh Lee and Ethel (Lauderdale) Lee.
The son of a career Soldier, James lived in various places throughout his childhood. The Lee family eventually settled in Purcell in 1976. James began working for the Department of Corrections, retiring as a Prison Guard after more than 22 years of dedicated service. When he wasn't working, you could find him playing pool or a friendly game of chess, and he never missed an opportunity to spend the day fishing. He was a beloved son and brother. He will be dearly missed!
He was preceded in death by: His father, James Hugh Lee.
James is survived by: His mother, Ethel Lee of Purcell; Brother, John Lee of Midwest City; Sister, Marilyn Warren of Norman and A host of other family and friends.
Memorial Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at the Wilson-Little Funeral Home Chapel.