Obituary of Velma S. Lee

Velma S. Lee, 83, of Melbourne passed away peacefully at her home with her daughter by her side.  She was born on March 8, 1938 in Webb City, Missouri.

Velma is survived by her children Kimberly (Don), Tammy, and Jeff (Nancy), daughter-in-law Margaret, brother Don and sister Kay.  She was a wonderful Gram to grandchildren Shannon, John Jr. (Ashley), Todd, Kaitlyn, Gage, Alyssa and Zach, as well as great-grandchildren Ryan, Alexa, John 3, Jacob and Mariana.  She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, and family friends.

She was predeceased in death by her parents Raymond and Lola Daniel, brothers Jack and Jim Daniel, son Johnny Ray Lee, and dear friend Janet Fussell.

She will be missed by her cats Bones, Splinter, Patches and Tabitha.

While raising her family, she helped operate a plumbing company and worked in the banking industry.  Once her children were grown, she was co-owner of two Chem-Dry franchises.

Velma loved Jesus, spoke to Him at length every night, and attended church when she was physically able.

She never failed to reach out with a card or call to let someone know she was thinking of them.  She will be remembered for her thoughtfulness and kind heart.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any animal shelter in Velma's honor.

A Celebration of Life for Velma will be held on Saturday, July 17 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at Camp Holly Fish Camp at 6901 U.S. 192 (3 miles west of I-95).  Please come join her family - have a beer, eat and enjoy the music with Mom.