Robert E. Lee, age 88 passed away May 14, 2011. Mr. Lee was born December 1, 1922 in St. Clair County. He served in WWII as a 1st Sergeant in the U. S. Army. He retired from Walker Drug Company after 41 years of service. He resided in Florence, AL for 31 years. He served as a deacon at Highland Baptist Church in Florence, AL and Bethel Baptist Church in Moody. He was preceded in death by his son, Tommy Lee, parents, six sisters and two brothers. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Grace Lee; daughter, Lisa Vajda (Allan); brother, Curtis Lee (Jeannene); grandchildren, Aaron Vajda, Molly Beth Lee, Jessica Lee, Amber Lee, Rob Lee; great grandchildren, Martye, Austin, Gracie and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Monday, May 16, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Bethel Baptist Church. Burial followed at Bethel Cemetery. Donations may be made to Bethel Cemetery Fund. Visit online at www.kilgroefuneralhome.com Kilgroe Funeral Home, Leeds directed.