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Robert Edward Lee

November 10, 1946 — September 30, 2017

Robert Edward Lee (“General or Squeak”) age 70 of Maryville, passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2017 at Blount Memorial Hospital. He was a graduate of Alcoa High School Class of 1965 and retired from Alcoa Inc. after 35 years. Robert was a SGT in the United States Air Force. He always had that pleasant smile. He was known for his big heart of love, always reaching out to help others. He enjoyed gardening, camping, and fishing. He was a devoted member to Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was known in the community as being a faithful friend and always willing to help others graciously. Preceded in death by: Wife, Carolyn Ann Lee; Parents, Deward & Irene Lee. Survivors include: Daughter, Lavonda Lee of Maryville; Son, Zachary Lee of Maryville; Grandson, Levi of Maryville; Brother-in-law, Doug Teffeteller; Brother, Ray Lee of Ohio; Nieces, Vonda Paris, Vickie Klutts of Ohio, Christie Howell of Greenback, Angie Pretchett of Friendsville, Buffie Lambert of Maryville, Johnny Abbott of Florida; several great nieces and nephews and cousins; Special Friends, Phillip Brewer, Easton Brewer. Friends may come by the funeral home between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Wednesday, October 4, 2017 to view and sign the register. Family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 PM, Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at Smith Trinity Chapel. Funeral service will be at 7:00 PM with Pastor Allen Burchfield officiating. Family and friends will assemble for interment at 11:00 AM, Thursday, October 5, 2017 at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church Building Fund, 608 Ed Davis Road, Maryville, TN 37801. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Robert Edward Lee please visit our Sympathy Store.
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