Maxine Lee
Obituary
Ella Maxine Lee was born on December 23, 1923 to Roscoe and Anna Jackson. She grew up on a farm in Monett, MO with her five siblings. After graduating from Monett High School and junior college she followed a girlfriend to Tulsa and found employment as a bicycle messenger at McDonnell Douglas. It was here that she met her future husband of 72 ½ years, Sidney Lee. Maxine and Sid were married on June 23, 1945 and shortly thereafter began their life together on the Marine base in San Diego where Sid was enlisted and Maxine worked in the PX. After Sid got out of the service they returned to Tulsa where Maxine worked for Midwest Chevrolet and Public Service Company before giving birth to two sons, Dennis (Jan) and Doug (Renee).
Maxine raised her sons, volunteered as a pink lady at St. Francis hospital, and was active in their church, Asbury United Methodist. In 1973, Maxine co-founded Lee Supply with her husband and two sons and devoted many years to the business. Maxine and Sid loved to travel and have visited numerous countries and continents around the world.
Maxine departed this life on April 4th, 2018 at the age of 94. She is survived by her husband Sid; two sisters, Ruth Carter and Kay Bicknell; two sons, Dennis and Jan; Doug and Renee; five grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
The family would like to recognize the exemplary care she has received at Zarrow Pointe for the last two years. We would also like that thank Miller Hospice for the care and compassion that they have provided Maxine and the family.
A private family burial will be followed by a memorial service in the Chapel of Asbury United Methodist Church on Monday, April 9th at 3 pm.
Memorials in her memory may be made to Asbury United Methodist Church and Zarrow Pointe.
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Tributes & Memories
They were my regulars i hope mr lee is okay
Robert
I wish to extend my condolences to the Lee family on the loss of Maxine. I have such fond memories of both Sid and Maxine, who knew my parents Wally and Kay Moore.
Linda Moore
Please accept my condolences to your family. I hope that the Bible's promise of the resurrection brings you comfort during this very difficult time. (Acts 24:15)
Tamra
My heartfelt condolences go out to Maxine’s family. I always loved visiting Sid and Maxine’s home with my parents as a youngster with all their wonderful stories of travel and adventure. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lee family.
Ashley Weber
Maxine always reminded me of a gentle and beautiful butterfly! She now has her wings. All My Love, Jeannie
Jeannie Reed
I've known Sid and Maxine my entire life. They were close friends of my parents and I grew up with Doug and Dennis. I always thought of Maxine as my 2nd Mom. When my parents went out of town I would get to stay at their home and have many fond and funny memories of that part of my childhood and teenage years. Even though I haven't seen Maxine since my Dad passed, I've kept in touch with Doug all our lives and he always lets me know how both his parents were doing. My heart goes out to Sid, Doug, Dennis and all the rest of Maxine's extended family. She will not only be missed by me but I know by anyone that she ever touched their lives. She was not only beautiful on the outside but was a kind and caring person and it showed in her every day life. I love you Maxine and Sid. Jeannie
Jeannie Reed
I never met Mrs. Lee, but my husband, Bob Bachtell, always spoke very highly of Maxine and Sid Lee. I know if he were still here with us he would want to add his deepest condolences for all the family. I hope you can find peace in knowing that she is with our Lord and Savior and you will see her again someday. Susie Bachtell
Susie Bachtell
What a beautiful and adventurous young lady. I wish I had known her earlier and had the opportunity to hear more about her life. She always looked perfectly put together and poised. The few times I was fortunate to spend time with Sid and Maxine, they appeared to be completely devoted to one another. To all the Lee family, please accept our deepest sympathies. May you find comfort with each other recounting numerous memories of Maxine. You were blessed to have her in your lives for many years.
Nancy Lemons and Family
A sweet, kind, and thoughtful person. May She Rest In Peace.
Sherman Cartwright
Sending warm thoughts and prayers.
Doug and Gene Stanley
Sending condolences and praying for peace.
Vivian Stanley